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Shirley Byers Obituary
Honorary and active pallbearers are asked to assemble 12:30 p.m. at the funeral establishment.
The family will assemble at noon at 1114 Arlington St., Petersburg the day of the services and may be contacted by calling (804) 938-1053 or (804) 733-1983.
Family members and friends are invited to pay final tribute to Ms. Byers online at www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com where you may view a video tribute online or at the establishment.
Funeral arrangements entrusted to the staff of the J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment Inc., 102 South Ave., Petersburg, Va., (804) 732-8911, www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Shirley Byers
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Rosemary HOLLAND
November 10, 2009
With all life's sorrows, our blessings eventually come when we go on to glory with the master. Say hello to all we know and walk around heaven all day.
with deep love: The Hollands
Cynthia Fisher
November 6, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
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