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Lynn Byrd Obituary
Services will be at 7 p.m. Wednesday at Barkett Funeral Home in Cairo, with the Rev. Ron Woods officiating. Interment will be private. Visitation will be from 6 to 7 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.
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Memories and Condolences
for Lynn Byrd
Don Patton
May 26, 2023
"Big Byrd" was my ride and died. We were childhood friends. Later, we attended SIU. He supported me and vice versa, whatever the situation was. Lynn was a very kind-hearted person. Power to you my brother. May you rest in your heavenly peace
BEVERLY COLEMAN-BLAND
April 16, 2023
Although Lynn was well known in our hometown as a kind and benevolent person, I came to know him as a best friend to someone I knew. And what a best friend he was. One of the most beautiful people from the inside out, that was Lynn Byrd. The world will greatly miss you, but I know you are in heaven where God is saying, well done.....thank you always, Lynn Byrd. Beverly Coleman-Bland
Priss Jones
June 2, 2011
RIP Mr.Byrd, you will greatly be missed-not only by me, but many-many others. You helped me in so many ways while I was a teacher aide in Carbondale, I will never forget you. Thank you. Miss Priss
Leatreasa Lilly-Madison
June 1, 2011
A MAN, AMONG MEN - "An outstanding friend/mentor” Mr. Byrd, was a God fearing, chivalrous, person of outstanding character.
The strength of a man isn't seen in the width of his shoulders.
It's seen in the width of his arms that encircle and protect you.
The strength of a man isn't in the deep tone of his voice.
It is in the gentle words he whispers.
The strength of a man isn't how many buddies he has.
It's how good a buddy he is with his or "your" children.
The strength of a man isn't in how respected he is at work.
It's in how he is respected at home.
The strength of a man isn't in the hair on his chest.
It's in the heart . . . that lies within his chest.
The strength of a man isn't in the weight he can lift.
It's in the burdens he can carry.
Lynn Sherman Byrd… A strong, proud man. You will be truly missed. Mrs. Alcinya may God comfort and keep you!
Love Leatreasa
Tammy Brock
June 1, 2011
Lynn was a wonderful man who dearly loved his family and children. I worked with Lynn and he always had a positive outlook on life. He planted many seeds that will help children grow into young adults. I greatly admired his passion for life. My prayers and thoughts are with his family.
Pris Jones
June 1, 2011
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
June 1, 2011
Have known Lynn since childhood. Can't remember a time it wasn't a pleasure to be around him. Going to miss his wit, his humor and his civic authority. May God be with his family in this time of sorrow.
Anita and Willie Long
Marilyn Harper
May 31, 2011
My memories of Lynn are that he was a man who had faith in God--a man of honor and integrity. He possessed great insight and understanding of the human spirit. There are many students whose lives have been impacted by his advice and wisdom.
Norm Grass
May 31, 2011
Lynn and I worked together some years back. Lynn was a great friend and someone whom I admired greatly. I've seen him work with troubled kids and bring them around using his years of experience and cunning abilities. He will be missed by many and I offer the family my condolences and love.
Norm Grass
May 31, 2011
Lynn and I worked together some years back, Lynn was a great friend and someone whom I admired greatly. I've seen him work with trouble kids and bring them around using his years of experience and cunning abilities. He will be missed by many and I offer the family my condolences and love. Norm Grass (Wakulla County Florida)
Diane Hill-Vanoy
May 31, 2011
To the Family,
Lynn will truly be missed we grew up together from an early age and went through school together. So sorry to hear of his passing may the Lord be with you during your time of sorrow.
May 31, 2011
Lynn and I were childhood and adult friends. He leaves a legacy of promoting education and assisting our youths. He truly advocated for those that were left out. Our deepest sympathy to Alcenia and family.- Don and Karla Patton
mary L. Steele
May 31, 2011
Lynn will always be remembered by me as a very kind and considerate person and a hard worker in the school systems and Ward Chapel AME Church. God knows best but he will be missed.
My heartfelt sympathy to the wife and family.
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