1920
2013
Fred F. Byrd, 93, of Orlando, FL passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his loving family on October 4, 2013. Fred was born in Polo, IL to the late Bernie and Sophia Byrd on May 23rd, 1920. He spent most of his life in Jonesborough, TN with his family. In 1954, Fred and his family moved to Florida.
Throughout his lifetime, Fred worked many jobs including one at the Orange Crush Bottling Co., Carpenter, and was employed by the Federal Government for the Navy as a Job Estimator. He was a veteran of the United States Army and served during both WWII and the Korean War. He was the eldest member of his church, Killarney Baptist of Winter Park, and was recently awarded the title Deacon Emeritus, one of three church members to earn such recognition. He also taught a men's Sunday school class for more than 35 years.
On April 4th in 2009, Fred married Alma Holliday and the two cherished their wonderful times together. Fred loved to camp and travel, and he will certainly be missed by all those who knew and loved him.
Fred is preceded in his passing by his parents; his first wife of 67 years, Zella; his brother, Bernie Jr.; and his sister, Illa Mae.
He is survived by his wife, Alma; Daughters Helen Sherman, Ann Turbyfill, Judy Butler, Kathy Pratt, Beverly Kennedy, and Debbie McCollister; Son Floyd Byrd; Brothers Billy Byrd, Guy Byrd, and Kenneth Byrd; Sister Ruth Linkous; 14 Grandchildren; 25 Great-Grandchildren; 6 Great-Great-Grandchildren and one on the way; and numerous good friends.
Visitation will be held Monday, October 7, 2013 from 4pm to 5pm at Carey Hand Cox-Parker Funeral Home, 1350 W. Fairbanks Ave., Winter Park, FL, 32789.
Service will be Tuesday, October 8, 2013 at 10am at the funeral home. Burial to follow at Glen Haven Memorial Park of Winter Park.
The family respectfully requests donations be made in Fred's memory if desired to Killarney Baptist Church at 701 Formosa Ave., Winter Park, FL 32789.
Arrangements are under the care of CAREY HAND COX-PARKER FUNERAL HOME, (407) 647-1942, www.carey-handcox.com.
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October 8, 2013
Jack Mosier
We are the Mosiers, Billy Byrds in laws.. We remember fondly your family when we lived close to them outside Jonesboro. I know you will miss him but it is a wonderful consolation that you will see him again. What a wonderful tetimony he has left for us all. Youra in Christ, Jack and Virgonia Mosier ..
October 8, 2013
Sincere sympathy to your family as you celebrate the life of your loved one. May God bless you with strength and may memories surround you each day that help you smile. Love & Prayers, Butch & Rosalyn Dalton, CACC - Charlottesville, VA
October 8, 2013
Paige
May Jesus bind up your broken hearts and comfort all the mourning ones.
Isaiah 61:1, 2
October 8, 2013
Carol Harlow
The members of Cherry Avenue Christian church, in Charlottesville, Virginia, where his daughter, Debbie attends, send our condolences to the family. We have been praying for comfort for the family as they say goodbye for now...but we all know that he has won his victory! Mr. Byrd surly touched so many lives as a teacher of God's word. He was a faithful servant and his reward is filled with wonderful promises for him, as well as for us. See you in Heaven, Mr. Byrd!!!
October 7, 2013
ANN byrd ragan
may God be with you all is our prayer we love you all Terry,Ann(byrd) Ragan and kids looking forward to seeing both Fred and ZellaMae again in heaven love and prayers AnnByrd Ragan
October 7, 2013
Sympathy and prayers to Family of Fred Byrd.
We have knew Fred and family for many years. Are Dad Marion Hill knew him many years. Dad worked at Pleicans Lumber yard and then also Fred and family lived not far from where we lived on Malone Drive.
God Bless you all.
Carol,Janice Hill & Joe and Judy Bales
October 7, 2013
Robert Mains
An outstanding man and a fine christian! He will be missed.
Bob Mains(Neighbor)
October 7, 2013
Joyce Martin
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
October 7, 2013
Dave Fender
Mr.Byrd was one of the most influential persons in my life. He was there at Fairview Shores Baptist, and continued as a mentor to me through my early years and into my adult life.His gentle spirit, coupled with his knowledge and strength, were second to no one. He will surely be missed.
October 6, 2013
Tommie & Bud Hosier
So sorry to learn of learn of your loss. Our love and prayers are with you.
October 6, 2013
Ernie Byrd
Uncle Fred we will mess you for now but we will see you again in the sweet by and by. We Love and will mess you Ernie Byrd and Family.
October 6, 2013
That smile will be missed. Love to you all. Jerry and Barbara McNutt
October 6, 2013
Angie & Josie Kennedy
Memaw, So sorry to hear of Fred's passing. You are in our hearts and prayers during this time of sorrow. We love you!
October 6, 2013
Skip Haymans
Fred Byrd was always a gracious, kind Christian man. When I was on staff at Killarney Baptist he was always such an encourager to me and my family. I am so glad we will see him again because of Jesus!
October 6, 2013
Kenneth Byrd
We were so sorry to hear of the going home of Fred. He will be greatly missed by all that knew and loved him. We are sending you a hug and prayer from across the miles.
We love you.
Kenneth and Peggy
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