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Amanda Byer Obituary
For several years she was a stay at home mother and she was actively involved in volunteer work at her children's school where she worked and edited the school newspaper. Amanda was President of the Newcomers's Club in York, PA and a member of the Junior League of York, PA as well as a Girl Scout Leader for many years, receiving the prestigeous St. Elizabeth Seton Award from the Diocese of Harrisburg.
After moving back to Raleigh in 2001, Amanda worked with her parent's at PIP Printing and part- time at Northwest Airlines. But her final and favorite job was at Global Knowledge as a sales support specialist. Amanda made many special and wonderful friends in high school and at work and appreciated their love and concern.
Amanda is survived by her devoted husband, Dan, her children, Melanie and Steven Slaydon, stepsons Danny and Derek Byer; her parents, Keith and Valerie Rothschild; her sister, Karen and her husband Julian Rembert and their children, Bose and Blakely of Costa Rica, her paternal grandfather, Robert K. Rothschild of Portland, OR, as well as a host of relatives in England, Texas, and Oregon.
A funeral Mass will be held at 11:00 a.m., Friday, May 23, 2008 at Our Lady of Lourdes Church, 2718 Overbrook Drive, Raleigh.
The family will receive friends one hour prior to the funeral Mass, and after the service a celebration of Amanda's life will be held at the Fallon Center at the church.
A private internment will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Amanda Rothschild Byer, Class of 1982, Memorial Fund, Cardinal Gibbons High School, 1401 Edwards Mill Rd., Raleigh, NC 27607.
Condolences may be sent to the family at [email protected] or [email protected]
Arrangements by the Cremation Society of Society of the Carolinas.
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Memories and Condolences
for Amanda Byer
Claudia Stone
May 25, 2008
Keith and Val:
Please accept our deepest sympathy for the loss of your beautiful daughter. You and Mandy's family are in our prayers.
Claudia and Ken
Dave & Donna Rae Foran
May 23, 2008
Keith & Val: Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Dave & Donna Rae Foran
Pat Lemmons
May 23, 2008
To Mandy's family, I remember Mandy best as a sparkling. beautiful, talented, tennis player at Gibbons. She was my daughter Barbara Lemmons' tennis partner. Mandy had a personality that was unforgetable . Even though I didn't know her as an adult, these happy memories of her linger with me. We can celebrate her life that included so many wonderful and diverse activities. Her determination and courage in a long battle should be an inspiration for us all-she never gave up. Pat Lemmons
May 23, 2008
I am sorry to say that I did not know your Amanda. What a wonderful woman it sounds like she was in so many many ways. I am one of co-chairs of Raleigh RoundUp held in November here in Raleigh benefitting the American Cancer Society and know we work to raise money to fund research and programs for those like Amanda who suffer with Cancer. We are honored to do so in memory of those like Amanda. Please know your family and her Global Knowledge family is in my thoughts and prayers. Take care.
Diane Dickson
May 23, 2008
Do not Stand at my Grave and Weep/ Mary Elizabeth Frye
Do not stand at my grave and weep
I am not there; I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow,
I am the diamond glints on snow,
I am the sun on ripened grain,
I am the gentle autumn rain.
When you awaken in the morning hush,
I am the swift uplifting rush, of quiet birds in circled fight.
I am the soft stars that shine at night.
Do not stand at my grave and cry,
I am not there; I did not die.
In memory of our beloved Amanda Jane...taken from us all too soon.
Diane Grady Dickson
CGHS CLass of 82 (Shady)
Lorraine Moore-Powers
May 22, 2008
Well this is one of the hardest things I have had to write. Amanda was a special part of my Gibbons memories and my youth.
When she moved back to Raleigh, her daughter Melanie had opportunities to babysit my children so Amanda and I could go out and be high schoolers all over again (legally this time).
To Karen her dear sister, having four sisters of my own, I can not imagine your pain. The loss of one of my sisters would be a loss greater then words can describe. I believe the love of a sister is like no other love you will find. It is a best friend times 100 who will love you no matter what you do or say. They are always there through your best and worst times and despite it all they always forgive you, love you and want to be with you. I know Amanda is not here with us physically anymore, but I believe God has her watching, laughing and helping you each and every day.
To Melanie and Steve, my heart breaks for both of you. The love a parent has for a child is so deep it defines who we are and every decision we make for the rest of our lives. As parents, our hopes and dreams are for you to have a life filled with joy and happiness. I know your mother wants this for both you. Never forget, as she said in her own words, "Make her Proud." I have no doubt you have and will continue to do so. When you are ever in doubt or feel alone in this adult world, never forget she will be there with you every step of the way.
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
“Eternal rest grant unto her, O Lord; and let perpetual light shine upon her. May she rest in peace. Amen.”
Lorraine Moore Powers (Class of 83)
Lisa Boles
May 22, 2008
You will always live in our hearts and prayers. CGHS Class of 1982
Andrea Smith
May 22, 2008
To Amanda's family,
I went to high school with Amanda Jane and want you to know that you have been and will remain in my thoughts and prayers. I know you will have the strength to overcome this tragedy of a wonderful life cut so short. Know that Amanda Jane is in heaven looking down and she will send you the strength you need.
God bless you all,
Andrea Ostendorf Smith
Michelle LaMarche
May 21, 2008
Dear Byer and Rothschild families,
My deepest and sincerest sympathies to you all. Amanda (Mandy as I knew her in high school) was a beautiful person and I can still so vividly see her laughing in class. Our loss is Heaven's gain and I'm sure she's making them laugh there too. She was a bright light in our class and a friend to all. May Our Lord comfort all of you in this difficult time.
Michelle LaMarche, Class of 1982 Cardinal Gibbons High School
Barbara Lemmons
May 21, 2008
Mandy,you were always one of my favorite people-I had so much fun with you..I've known you forever,& I've cherished every moment..I was honored to be there with you during your illness--you taught me so much about strength,courage & staying positive...there is an empty spot in my heart for you,though now I can fill it with wonderful memories.I miss you so much,but I know that when we meet again it will be glorious!
"And while we feel the pain of the parting,we rejoice in the faith that she has gone to be with You,for in Your presence is the fullness of joy,at Your right hand are pleasures for evermore."
Peace & Love,my friend
Barbara
Tawnya Carlson
May 21, 2008
Amanda was such an amazing person. Even with everything that life threw at her, she kept her head up high. She will always be an inspiration to me for her couragous fight and her outlook on life. She will be missed.
William Mckay
May 21, 2008
I am sorry for the lost of such a good person. I only knew you through you daughter Melanie. She loves you so much.
Debbie Miller
May 21, 2008
Dear Family:
There are no words to express the depth of sorrow I feel or words enough to take away your hurt and pain. I hope one day you can find comfort knowing that Amanda is no longer in pain.
She graced our lives with her presence and love. All who knew Amanda have forever been changed and blessed because we knew and loved her. Her face lit up as she smiled with those great big, beautiful eyes of her's, almost as if they were dancing. She loved life and never once complained about the road that had been chosen for her. She taught us grace and showed dignity throughout her fight.
She loved and adored her family deeply and we all saw that love in return. May God bless and comfort you in this difficult time and in the days to come.
One author said, “Many people will walk in and out of your life, but only true friends will leave footprints in your heart. – Unknown author." Amanda has left a crater in my heart and is definitely leaving a footprint in the hearts of many.
Love, Debbie
Pam Beacham-Karch
May 21, 2008
Keith, Val, Karen .... my loving thoughts are with you all. I never
met Amanda's husband or kids, may
God bless and keep you. My prayers
to each of you,
Love,
Amanda Summers
May 20, 2008
You were an amazing person & a wonderful mother. With so many memories from you picking Melanie & I up from school in the big red car with all the stickers to the cruise to the Bahamas and so many more. I will miss you so much.. I love you Amanda & will take great care of Melanie <3
mary collum
May 20, 2008
MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU . DEBBIE SPOKE OF HER SO OFTEN , I FELT LIKE I KNEW HER TOO . MAY GOD BLESS ALL OF YOU IN YOUR TIME OF SORROW.
DEBBIE MILLER'S MOTHER
Kris (Taylor) May
May 20, 2008
Keith and Val, I am so sorry to hear about Amanda. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers. May God Bless!
Love,
Steve Trumbull
May 20, 2008
Dear Amanda, It was the greatest honor to have worked on your beautiful hair. To Dan & Family Amanda talked about all of you. She loved you all so much. My sympathy for you. Steve Trumbull
Risa Schluchter
May 20, 2008
Mandy I'll miss you dearly. You always had me laughing no matter how you felt. You always gave of yourself and stayed so strong. I'll always admire your courage and love.
Lisa Bell
May 20, 2008
Although I had know her a short while, she was a very brave and courageous person. God Bless your family.
Dan Endres
May 20, 2008
I only knew Amanda for a couple years, but my life is better as a result. She was an amazing person that carried herself with such grace and dignity. Even on her tough days at the office, you would never know she was battling for her life. If you asked her how she was, she would give you that brilliant smile and say everything was OK. She was such an inspiration.
I will miss Amanda, and my memories of her are all positive. Whenever I worry about the problem's life throws at me, I will remember how Amanda smiled threw her her battle with such gracefulness and dignity.
God Bless you dear Amanda, keep an eye out for us in Heaven.
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