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James Byrd Obituary
Mr. Byrd was born March 31, 1935, in Bulloch County to the late Rastus Byrd Sr. and Lee Anna Burnsed Byrd. He was a 1953 graduate of Nevils High School and a 1957 graduate from the University of Georgia with a Bachelor of Science degree in agriculture.
Mr. Byrd was assistant county agent for Evans, Tift and Screven counties before becoming county extension director in Johnson County from 1963-1973. In 1973, Mr. Byrd became the county extension director in Bryan County and served that position until his retirement in 1990.
Mr. Byrd was a veteran of the United States Air National Guard and was president of the Lotts Creek Hunting Club from 1973 until present day. He loved training and hunting bird dogs and later enjoyed deer hunting and raising deer dogs. Mr. Byrd grew produce for numerous years, selling to many of the local supermarkets and restaurants.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Patty Lanier Bryd; and sister, Francis Grayson.
Survivors include his son and daughter-in-law, James L. "Pete" and Pat Byrd of Groveland; daughter and son-in-law, Darlene B. and Rick Shuman of Pembroke; and grandchildren, Lanny Byrd, Laura and Patrick Byrd, Monique A. and Trey Miller and Ciara P. and Randy Sims; and five great-grandchildren.
Visitation will be held 10 a.m.–11 a.m.Wednesday, October 3, 2018, at the funeral home.
A graveside service will follow at 11 a.m. Wednesday in Northside Cemetery with the Rev. Jim Sullivan officiating.
To sign the online register, please visit www.flandersmorrisonfuneralhome.com.
Flanders Morrison Funeral Home and Crematory is in charge of the arrangements for Mr. James Rastus Byrd.
Statesboro Herald, October 2, 2018
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October 23, 2018
Psalm 90:10 says that the days of our years are 70 years, And if because of special mightiness they are 80 years.
May the memories of the wonderful times you shared together bring a smile and joy in your heart.
BH
October 8, 2018
Sorry for your loss may there be comfort in God words because he cares for you.1 peter 5:6&7
JD
October 2, 2018
My sincere condolences to the family for the loss of your loved one. May prayers strengthen you and memories comfort you, and may our Lord Jesus Christ and God our Father, who loves us, comfort your hearts and "make you firm". (2 Thessalonians 2:16, 17)
Rev. G. Lois Harn Caster
October 1, 2018
I fondly recall my 4-H days in Richmond Hill. I won a state championship because this man cared so for me. He came each week to teach me about things in life, that no one else ever cared to teach us. I appreciate the talks and support. Today, 4-H, is still a part of my heart because of him. Thanks for loving and caring for this beautiful, spirited young woman!!
Rev. G. Lois Harn Caster
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