Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
BORN
1960
DIED
2019
FUNERAL HOME
Michele Byers Obituary
Fordland - Michele Ann Byers, 58, of Fordland, passed away near her family's home on November 22, 2019. She has left a heartbroken and grieving family who appreciate your prayers for her soul.
She was born December 12, 1960 in Washington, Kansas the daughter of Matthew and Joan (Wenzl) Uhlik. She was united in marriage to Patrick Lee Byers in 1984.
Michele attended college in Salina, Kansas. She was a nurse primarily at Cox Hospitals and dedicated her life's work to caring for babies in the nursery and NICU. She spent her time off gathering and sewing items for donation kits for needy mothers of newborns. She was a member of Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, where she founded her parish's chapter of Our Lady's Rosary Makers, teaching rosary-making and making rosaries. She enjoyed quilting and spending time in her herb garden and was Patrick's helpmate in planting, growing, and harvesting at Byers Orchard, the family peach business.
She was a generous, nurturing, patient, and devoted wife, mother, grandmother and friend and will be greatly missed by her family and friends.
She is survived by her devoted husband, Patrick; her four children, Adam, Elizabeth, Katherine, and Rachel; her six grandchildren, Joseph, Carita, Leander, Emiko, and two unborn grandbabies; her parents, Matt and Joan Uhlik; her three brothers, Christopher, Daniel, and Mark; her two sisters, Lisa and Susan; and many other relatives and friends.
A visitation will be held from 6 - 7 pm, with a Rosary service following at 7:00 pm Friday, November 29, 2019 at J.D. Lee and Sons Funeral Home, Rogersville.
A memorial mass will be held at 11:00 am, Saturday, November 30, 2019 at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church in Mansfield. Private burial will be at Easter Cemetery, Fordland.
Memorial donations may be made to "Patty Shull" with a memo of "Newborns in Need," 6082 Lake Freddie Road, Hartville, MO 65667.
Online condolences may be made at www.jdleeandsons.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Michele Byers
Sponsored by J.D. Lee & Sons, Inc. Funeral Home.
Nancy Ryan
November 18, 2021
I was thinking of Michele tonight and cannot believe it´s been almost two years since she went to heaven. I worked with Michele in the NICU. I would be coming off night shift and she would greet me with a smiling face ALWAYS! I can´t imagine feeling that good so early in the morning, full of energy and enthusiasm. Michele cherished her nursing career and her patients. She was very conscientious, always having questions and challenging me . I admired her greatly. I didn´t know of her life outside work until after her passing. I am also Catholic as she was and thought it was wonderful how she made time to be involved in making rosaries and helping newborn babies who were born in less fortunate situations. I wish now that I had known Michele better. I lost my brother Jerry 3 years ago this autumn, so I fully understand how fresh grief feels when it´s that time of the year once more. Please know that Michele is not forgotten by her co-workers. She is greatly loved and missed....and I will continue to pray for her and all of her beloved family.
Gloria Scarlet
December 5, 2019
Rick and I were saddened to learn of Micheles passing. Holding you and your family in our hearts as you go through this very difficult time.
Matt Cruise
December 2, 2019
Patrick, my condolences to you and your family.
Sally Schneider Davis
November 30, 2019
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. I pray that Shelley finds the comfort and love that she so unselfishly shared with the world.
November 30, 2019
Patrick and family, We were so sorry about your loss. Michelle was one of the nicest human beings I've ever met. She was so proud of all of you and shared all of your accomplishments. We are sorry that we could not be there today to honor her memory. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all.
Barb and Don Emge
Elizabeth Mumm Meier
November 30, 2019
Patrick, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your beautiful family and I am so sorry for your loss. I remember Shelley as a kind, loving and gifted friend and Nurse.
Ann Hilmo
November 29, 2019
I am so sorry for your loss. I had the privilege and pleasure of working with Michele in the Cox NICU before I retired. She was very caring and dedicated to the babies we cared for. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Rebecca Wotherspoon
November 29, 2019
I was fortunate to have made Micheles acquaintance when I went to work at Cox Health System. She was one of two nurses who assisted the doctors performing procedures in the nursery. Michele was capable of skillfully assisting multiple physicians at the same time. Her love of the babies was readily apparent with the tenderness in her touch.
Michele was also an excellent teacher and taught many of her peers as well as doctors. She was gentle and authoritative in her approach. Many of the Cox family practice residents benefitted from her knowledge.
I was blessed to have had some conversations while being assisted by her that lead to a wonderful friendship. We would go on to pick blueberries and peaches together on many summer days. She joyfully shared her love of sewing for the Newborns in Need program. My greatest joy in our friendship came when she extended invitations to her familys Christmas dinners.
There was never any doubt of what her family meant to Michele. The love she had for Patrick, Adam, Elizabeth, Katie, Rachel, her parents/siblings and in-laws was expressed every time we talked. I always knew what was going on with all of you. That is what made the invitations to your family gatherings SO special. To see you in person and watch Michele look upon you with such love was a gift that filled my heart.
Micheles love extended far beyond family and her work babies. She gathered friends like the fruits she harvested. Her warm smile, kind manner and heartfelt concern drew people to her. She constantly thought and did things for others. Her love of those friends was also manifested by inviting them into your home. Many of them also received coveted invitations to your family dinners.
Words are woefully inadequate to express my sympathy upon the loss of such a dear friend. My prayers and thoughts will be with you.
Melanie Totten
November 28, 2019
I am so sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers for the family.
Joyce McMurtrey
November 28, 2019
Dear Patrick and family,
We are sad and sorry to hear about Michele's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
With sympathy,
Sonny and Joyce
Gina Fernandez
November 28, 2019
I remember when you all were neighbors in Clarksville. I introduced Shelly to raspberry tea. She loved it then. Im not sure if she continued to drink it, but ever since then when I have a cup of raspberry tea I think of Shelly. Ill have one today in remembrance of her. Hugs to your family.
Linda Risner
November 27, 2019
Patrick and Family, there are no words to express the loss we know you are feeling. I pray that our Lord and Saviour will cradle you and your loved ones in this devastating time. You know Michelle's soul is in a heavenly place and all of us will include you and Michelle in our Thanksgiving prayers celebrating all of the differences you have made here on earth! Love and prayers! Linda Risner
Tomas Blodgett, Multi-Craft Contractors
November 27, 2019
Our heartfelt sympathy to you and your family, wishing you moments of peace and comfort as you remember Michele. Our family is keeping your family in our thoughts and prayers.
Bronwyn Aly
November 26, 2019
My deepest sympathies to you and your family. May you feel Gods love and embrace as he provides strength to each of you.
Staci Shaw
November 26, 2019
Patrick, my deepest Sympathies to the Byers Family. Im sorry that I will not be able to attend Micheles services. Im on assignment in Montana. Please know that Im praying continuously for comfort and strength for your entire Family.
Elizabeth Wahle
November 26, 2019
You have my deepest sympathy for the loss of Shelly. May His peace be especially with you during your time of mourning.
Liz Tourville
November 26, 2019
Sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and the family.
Jennifer Schutter
November 26, 2019
Patrick, I'm saddened to learn of the passing of Shelly. I'm so sorry for your loss. Thinking of you, and sending condolences to you and your family.
Ramon Arancibia
November 26, 2019
Patrick, sorry about your loss. My condolences and sympathy for you and family.
Susie Jopin
November 26, 2019
A wonderful person, always thinking of others.
I am sorry for your loss.
Donna Moore
November 26, 2019
Dear Pat and family, I am so sorry about Shelly's passing.you are in my thoughts and prayers. Take care of yourselves. Love , Donna Moore
Michelle & Jim Licata
November 26, 2019
Patrick & Family, we were stunned to learn of Michele's sudden passing. Please know that you all are in our thoughts & prayers. Our deepest sympathy, Jim, Michelle & Boys
Katie Keith
November 26, 2019
Dear Patrick and Family, I remember being invited to your home for a holiday meal when I was single and new to Springfield. I know Shelly as a warm, welcoming soul. My hearts aches for your loss. Take comfort that she will be among the great angels in heaven.
Amy Chism
November 25, 2019
I will always remember how kind and patient she was with me as a new nurse in newborn nursery. She was a wonderful nurse. My deepest condolences.
Regina Brabec
November 25, 2019
To Shelly's family. I grew up a block away from Shelly and her family in Greenleaf, KS. She was a wonderful neighbor, friend, and just a good kid. I am truly saddened to read her obituary. My prayers are with your family at that time. Hugs to all.
Tom Fowler
November 25, 2019
Patrick and family, so sorry my condolences with prayers of peace and comfort.
Patricia Barrett
November 25, 2019
Patrick and family, so sorry to hear of your loss. Prayers and sympathy for you and your family
Shae Johnson
November 25, 2019
Patrick,
I am so very sorry for your loss. What a shock this must have been. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless you all.
Amie Breshears
November 25, 2019
Patrick and Family, I am so sorry for your loss. You all are in our thoughts and prayers now and in the days to come.
Michele Kroll
November 25, 2019
Patrick and family,
I'm so sorry for your loss. may your hearts be embraced by Gods loving arms during this difficult time. Many prayers. My deepest condolences.
Alinda Maxwell
November 25, 2019
I'm heart broken. Michele was always kind, compassionate, putyong others ahead of herself.
Kellie Whitaker
November 25, 2019
Michele was my daughters Nurse in NICU many years ago. I was then honored to work with her.
Amy Patillo
November 25, 2019
Patrick and Family, I am so sorry for your loss. Many prayers for you and your family. My deepest condolences.
Sarah Havens
November 25, 2019
Patrick and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers for peace and comfort during this difficult time.
Ted and Nancy Edson
November 25, 2019
Please accept our condolences and know the family is in our prayers.
November 25, 2019
Patrick and family,
I'm so saddened to learn of the passing of Michele. My prayers are with you for peace and comfort.
Susan Mills-Gray
Kathy Birt
November 24, 2019
I had the pleasure of working with Michelle in the NICU at Cox. I am a travel nurse and she made me feel welcomed from the moment I met her. She was very kind to me. I knew immediately what a great nurse she was - always taking the time to explain things to parents in their scariest moments, comforting them and making them feel a part of the team. She loved the babies and had a sixth sense when something didn't seem right. I will always remember her kindness and her sweet smile. To all of her family and friends, I send my condolences and will continue to pray for your peace and comfort especially during the holidays without her.
Sharon Gott
November 24, 2019
My deepest sympathy to Michele's family.She was so sweet to work with and loved her family dearly.
Jody Morrison
November 24, 2019
Michele was a fabulous friend and kind person. I loved being around her in college and know that family and friends will feel a deep loss. I am sorry for your loss and will keep family and friends as well as Michele in my prayers.
Shelly Key
November 24, 2019
I am deeply saddened by the loss that you and your family have encountered. May God give you the peace you seek. My Condolences.
Debbie Fairbanks
November 24, 2019
Michele was one of the nicest people you could meet when we were in high school. My thoughts & prayers go out to her family & friends.
Jodi & Adam Rawlings
November 24, 2019
Michele took care of our sweet little two month early premie. She was the sweetest woman we met! She cared so much about the babies she took care of and the families she encountered along the way!
I am praying for her family, and friends!
May God hold you, give you strength and comfort you during this difficult time!
She will be greatly missed!!!
dellene nelson
November 24, 2019
Sorry for your loss Patrick, prayers for you and your family.
Drenna Laflen
November 24, 2019
I'm so sad to here of Shelly's passing. She was a lovely person. I remember spending time with her and being welcome in her family's home when we were kids. May her family find comfort in her memory and peace from God. Prayers to you all.....
Rose Allen
November 24, 2019
There are no words to adequately convey how sorry we are for your loss. My parent always spoke so fondly of all of you and Shelly was always so kind to them. God Bless you all.
Robert Hershey
November 24, 2019
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. Michele was such a friendly person which you felt every time she shared her smile. Pat and family you are in our prayers.
Chris Glass
November 23, 2019
I'm so sorry for your loss. I worked with Michele at Cox and she was an amazing, loving, caring nurse. I always loved the peaches she brought in to share with coworkers. May she rest in peace.
Ronda Anderson
November 23, 2019
Deepest condolences to this family. She taught my the ropes of being a Girl Scout leader. Our kids grew up together. She will be greatly missed. Prayers of comfort to the entire family. RIP my friend.
Karen and Randy Baird
November 23, 2019
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Bonnie Wopp
November 23, 2019
Michelle was always so generous with her time, always helping others. She was my friend for almost 25 years and I will miss her greatly.
Barbara Hoban
November 23, 2019
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Pam Wester
November 23, 2019
Please know your whole family is in my heart and prayers. May God hold you close during this time of need.
Maria Rodriguez-Alcala
November 23, 2019
Patrick, Im very sorry for your loss. I understand your pain, lost my husband three years ago. What I can say is that our love ones never really leave us, just their body is gone. May this loss give you the strength to connect with her at a higher and purer level.
Maria
Lisa Coleman Noland
November 23, 2019
So very sorry to hear about Shelly. My sister and Shelly were good friends in high school. Prayers for all family and friends.
Debra Ross
November 23, 2019
May God wrap his love around her family ,
give them comfort during this most difficult
time and the days that lay ahead.
Julie Guevara
November 23, 2019
I had the privilege of working with this beautiful soul for 7 years I admired her so much! I loved talking about the peaches too!
Haldiman's
November 23, 2019
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. Patrick and Family we are so saddened to hear of your loss. May God lift your hearts as he welcomes a beautiful soul home. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Joe and Pam Haldiman
Teresa Nigro (Haney)
November 23, 2019
Endless prayers for comfort to the family. I remember watching how much she adored Pat and how she carefully and lovingly directed her children. Shelly made time for others, she was dedicated to loving and caring for others. She was a beautiful woman and an inspiration to me as a mother, steward and a Christian. Thank you Shelly for being such a wonderful human! Love, hugs and lots of prayers to the family!
Patty Fielding
November 23, 2019
Michelle was an awesome nurse, always going the extra mile for babies and their families in her own quiet way. You could always count on Michelle to do the right thing. She loved her family and always took the time to ask me about mine. She will be sorely missed. I pray for peace for her family
Kathy Wiese
November 23, 2019
Michele was a wonderful nurse. She loved those babies in the newborn nursey with all her heart. My prayers for your family at this time
Carol Love
November 23, 2019
I'm so sorry for your loss. Michele was an awesome nurse, who cared deeply for the babies. She gave my daughter her first bath. Michele was a great coworker. She was so proud of her family. Everytime I talked to her, she always shared about her kids accomplishments and talked lovingly about her grandbabies. Michele will be greatly missed. Praying God will give you comfort and peace.
Brenda & Tom Woods
November 23, 2019
Michele was a dear, sweet neighbor who helped coral our cattle on several occasions when they would find an opening in the fences. Hugs and prayers to her family.
Sam Stoll
November 23, 2019
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Melissa Twente
November 23, 2019
Im so sorry for your loss. Michele was an amazing coworker and nurse. She genuinely cared about everyone.
Donna & David Haney
November 23, 2019
We remember Shelly as a smiling, joyful and energetic young woman full of compassion and love. The world has suffered a great loss with her passing. We love and pray for each of you as you go through this painful time. May the peace and comfort of God the Father, Jesus the Son, and the Holy Spirit surround you.
Janet Zeiner
November 23, 2019
Remembering Shelley as wonderful nurse and wonderful person. Prayers and blessings for those left behind.
Janet Hoover Zeiner, Marymount Nursing Class of 1983
Helen Wilson
November 23, 2019
May God give each one comfort and peace over the home going of your loved one,,My prayers are with you,,
Amy Browning
November 23, 2019
You will be missed! What a sweet and precious person. Praying for the family.
Showing 1 - 72 of 72 results
Make a Donation
in Michele Byers's name
Memorial Events
for Michele Byers
Nov
29
Visitation
6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
J.D. Lee & Sons, Inc. Funeral Home7405 E Ferrell Ln, Rogersville, MO 65742
Nov
29
Funeral services provided by:
J.D. Lee & Sons, Inc. Funeral Home7405 E Ferrell Ln, Rogersville, MO 65742
How to support Michele's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Michele Byers's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
