Willie Lee Byrd, 75, of Port Charlotte, Florida passed away Sunday, January 25, 2015 at his residence in Port Charlotte. He was born September 4, 1939 in Ashville, North Carolina and moved to Port Charlotte in 2000 from Brooklyn, New York. Willie was a veteran of Vietnam, serving in the US Army and worked and…
Continue ReadingWillie Lee Byrd, 75, of Port Charlotte, Florida passed away Sunday, January 25, 2015 at his residence in Port Charlotte.
He was born September 4, 1939 in Ashville, North Carolina and moved to Port Charlotte in 2000 from Brooklyn, New York. Willie was a veteran of Vietnam, serving in the US Army and worked and retired from US Postal service in New York. He was a loving husband, father, brother and great grandfather, who will be missed but not forgotten.
Survived by his loving wife, Delcina V. Byrd; three step daughters, Brenda Appia, Jackie Murrell and Suzanne Appia-Agard; a step son Mark Murrell; four grandchildren, Kiesha Murrell RN, Dainel Agard, Taurean Weekes and Nishan Weekes; one great granddaughter, Shayla Parker; Many nieces and nephews.
There will be a visitation Saturday, January 31, 2015 from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM at Roberson Funeral Home Port Charlotte Chapel. Memorial service and military honors will be held 11:00 Monday, February 2, 2015 at Restlawn Memorial Gardens Chapel in Port Charlotte. Rev. J. Ralph Burton will officiate.
Arrangements are by Roberson Funeral Home & Crematory Port Charlotte Chapel.
Brenda Rice
left a message on September 25, 2023:
Hey dad , Just setting here thinking . Your Birthday just passed, and Wish I coild see your smile. Tell grandma hello and give her a kiss, Uncle Harvey a hug ant Auntie a kiss. Just Thinking about you all. Love your daughter Brenda Rice.
Happy Birthday Dad.
Delcina Byrd
left a message on January 20, 2018:
three years gone since you left us, now i know why you always told me to be strong, because you knew that one day i would need the strength to bear your loss,you will never know how much i miss you, my mind know that you are in a better place where there is no pain, you are at peace, my love will always be with you.i wish heaven a phone so i could hear your voice one more time.but i know we will be together again.MY LOVE, MY HUSBAND REST IN PEACE.
Delcina Byrd
left a message on April 17, 2015:
my loving husband willie departed this life on Jan 25th 2015 we met march 1980 four years later we were married, Willie was a loving husband I will miss him dearly, and will forever love him. We spent lots of good times together each year we took vacations together, we travel to Barbados that was his favorite place. he loved the beaches, hotels and of course the food. during the years of his sickness I took care of him at home, I actually quit my job so I could give him the care he deserved. I refused to take him to the nursing home for long lerm care. Thank my GOD for the knowledge and strength he gave me to preform that task for 6 years. My sweet husband rest in peace in GOD care. my weeping and grief has just began I know I can depend on my God. Willie would want me to be strong and move on with my life. Thanks to all my friends and family who prayed with me.,Tidewell Hospice and Roberson funeral home staff your support were greatly appreciated.All my love to my sweet baby.
Kiesha Murrell
left a message on April 16, 2015:
A man with a heart of gold and loved like no other . I spent 27 years knowing you as my father and you spent 27 years loving me . Being a great grandfather to my daughter, who loves you dearly. Because of you I am, the woman I was destined to be. You opened doors and gave me opportunities I may have never had. With that being said Rest in peace Grandpa. When I walk down the aisle I know you will be there giving me away. You are truly one of the best men I have ever had in my life. Your Granddaughter Kiesha Murrell RN !
Brenda Rice
left a message on February 10, 2015:
Dear Dad ,Sorry I didn't make your viewing or your memorial Dale did not want use to come.Will miss you so much. Your grandsons,Jermaine,James,Kristopher, granddaughters,Kesha,Nikeya,Chibreia,Sabrie,Diamond,Zakeya. 14 grandchildren,1great grandson. You will always be remembered.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Angela Youngi
left a message on February 4, 2015:
To the family of The late Willie L. Byrd, It is with much sorrow and with respect that We offer our warmest heart felt sympathy
I have known the Byrd family for over 30 years. They have always been very close, especially the siblings of the late Willie Byrd. My two children Tamyeka & Terence are the great niece & nephew of Willie L Byrd. To the immediate family, & Especially Annie, James Edward, Your brother Leroy, & to his daughter Brenda, & Dee, & Kim, Kevin, Tony & Ryan, I am sorry that you were not able to attend services for your dearly departed, but know that God is and will continue to be your source for strength, and a present help in a time of trouble. As Bishop I exercise my right by the Lord Jesus Christ to offer this prayer for your departed brother, father uncle, and friend Most merciful God I thank you on this day. I thank you for the life of Willie Lee Byrd, and what he imparted into and meant to his family. I ask Dear Lord that you pardon any hardship caused in or to this family. I pray Heavenly Father that His transition into Eternity was a smooth one. I pray for Your peace to rest upon the family, Encourage them with your presence during their hour of bereavement. Family, May the Lord Bless & Keep Thee, May His Face Shine Upon Thee, & Give The Peace. Amen Bishop Angela B. Young
Deidre Byrd-Cherry
left a message on January 31, 2015:
Rest in Peace Uncle Willie. While we will never know why your wife deceived us and did not share when your actual funeral services would be held, know that we loved you best. You are now in heaven with your parents Leroy and Helen Byrd, your brothers JC, Doll and Harvest and your sister Helen.
I'm writing on behalf of your sister Annie, brothers James Edward and Leroy as well as your daughter Brenda. Lovingly submitted by your niece, Deidre
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Brenda Rice
left a message on September 25, 2023:
Hey dad , Just setting here thinking . Your Birthday just passed, and Wish I coild see your smile. Tell grandma hello and give her a kiss, Uncle Harvey a hug ant Auntie a kiss. Just Thinking about you all. Love your daughter Brenda Rice.
Happy Birthday Dad.
Delcina Byrd
left a message on January 20, 2018:
three years gone since you left us, now i know why you always told me to be strong, because you knew that one day i would need the strength to bear your loss,you will never know how much i miss you, my mind know that you are in a better place where there is no pain, you are at peace, my love will always be with you.i wish heaven a phone so i could hear your voice one more time.but i know we will be together again.MY LOVE, MY HUSBAND REST IN PEACE.
Delcina Byrd
left a message on April 17, 2015:
my loving husband willie departed this life on Jan 25th 2015 we met march 1980 four years later we were married, Willie was a loving husband I will miss him dearly, and will forever love him. We spent lots of good times together each year we took vacations together, we travel to Barbados that was his favorite place. he loved the beaches, hotels and of course the food. during the years of his sickness I took care of him at home, I actually quit my job so I could give him the care he deserved. I refused to take him to the nursing home for long lerm care. Thank my GOD for the knowledge and strength he gave me to preform that task for 6 years. My sweet husband rest in peace in GOD care. my weeping and grief has just began I know I can depend on my God. Willie would want me to be strong and move on with my life. Thanks to all my friends and family who prayed with me.,Tidewell Hospice and Roberson funeral home staff your support were greatly appreciated.All my love to my sweet baby.
Kiesha Murrell
left a message on April 16, 2015:
A man with a heart of gold and loved like no other . I spent 27 years knowing you as my father and you spent 27 years loving me . Being a great grandfather to my daughter, who loves you dearly. Because of you I am, the woman I was destined to be. You opened doors and gave me opportunities I may have never had. With that being said Rest in peace Grandpa. When I walk down the aisle I know you will be there giving me away. You are truly one of the best men I have ever had in my life. Your Granddaughter Kiesha Murrell RN !
Brenda Rice
left a message on February 10, 2015:
Dear Dad ,Sorry I didn't make your viewing or your memorial Dale did not want use to come.Will miss you so much. Your grandsons,Jermaine,James,Kristopher, granddaughters,Kesha,Nikeya,Chibreia,Sabrie,Diamond,Zakeya. 14 grandchildren,1great grandson. You will always be remembered.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Angela Youngi
left a message on February 4, 2015:
To the family of The late Willie L. Byrd, It is with much sorrow and with respect that We offer our warmest heart felt sympathy
I have known the Byrd family for over 30 years. They have always been very close, especially the siblings of the late Willie Byrd. My two children Tamyeka & Terence are the great niece & nephew of Willie L Byrd. To the immediate family, & Especially Annie, James Edward, Your brother Leroy, & to his daughter Brenda, & Dee, & Kim, Kevin, Tony & Ryan, I am sorry that you were not able to attend services for your dearly departed, but know that God is and will continue to be your source for strength, and a present help in a time of trouble. As Bishop I exercise my right by the Lord Jesus Christ to offer this prayer for your departed brother, father uncle, and friend Most merciful God I thank you on this day. I thank you for the life of Willie Lee Byrd, and what he imparted into and meant to his family. I ask Dear Lord that you pardon any hardship caused in or to this family. I pray Heavenly Father that His transition into Eternity was a smooth one. I pray for Your peace to rest upon the family, Encourage them with your presence during their hour of bereavement. Family, May the Lord Bless & Keep Thee, May His Face Shine Upon Thee, & Give The Peace. Amen Bishop Angela B. Young
Deidre Byrd-Cherry
left a message on January 31, 2015:
Rest in Peace Uncle Willie. While we will never know why your wife deceived us and did not share when your actual funeral services would be held, know that we loved you best. You are now in heaven with your parents Leroy and Helen Byrd, your brothers JC, Doll and Harvest and your sister Helen.
I'm writing on behalf of your sister Annie, brothers James Edward and Leroy as well as your daughter Brenda. Lovingly submitted by your niece, Deidre
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