of Germantown, TN
June 11, 1938 - October 17, 2020
Shirley Jean Byrd, age 82, of Germantown, Tennessee passed away Saturday, October 17, 2020 in Germantown. Mrs. Byrd was born June 11, 1938 in Leachville, Arkansas.
She is survived by her husband of 66 years, James; three daughters, Pam Anderson (Joe) of Slidell, Louisiana, Deborah Etheridge (Clay) of Houston, Texas and Jody Aitken (John) of Collierville, Tennessee; six grandchildren, Joseph Anderson, James Anderson, Semmes Burns, Bruce Ainsworth, Shea Aitken and Hallie Ross; and six great-grandchildren, Pryor Anderson, Elissa Byrd Anderson, Killian Burns, Liam Burns, Truett Ross and Swayze Ross.
She was preceded in death by her mother, Wilma Pogue and a son, Bruce Byrd.
A private graveside service for the family will be held.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made instead to Page Robbins Adult Day Center (www.pagerobbins.org) or to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital (www.stjude.org)
Service will be directed by Roller-Citizens Funeral Home, West Helena, (870) 572-2571.
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22 Condolence(s)
Robert Arthur Smith
Wednesday, September 29, 2021
James we are so sorry to hear of Shirley's passing. The Byrd family was always our friends and farmer neighbors. You and TW and your Dad were and are old and dear friends.
Bob and Janet Smith
Elsa Baker
Wednesday, October 21, 2020
Pam, I am very sorry for the loss of your mother. Keeping you and your family in my prayers.
Janis C. Tomsic
Wednesday, October 21, 2020
Dearest Pam and Joe and Family, please know you are in my thoughts and prayers. Loving you, Jan Tomsic
Katheen Berault
Wednesday, October 21, 2020
Pam, Please know that we will pray for you and your family as you grieve the loss of your precious Mother. Love, Kathy and Warren Berault
June H Green
Wednesday, October 21, 2020
Pam, my sincere condolence to you and your family. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Linda Bankston
Wednesday, October 21, 2020
Pam and Joe, I was so sorry to hear the sad news about your mom. She was a beautiful lady. Hugs and prayers, my sweet friends.
Vicky Magas
Wednesday, October 21, 2020
To the Family of Ms. Shirley. This is a difficult time having to say goodbye to a love one, especially your mom. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Much love and friendship.
Vicky Magas, Slidell La.
Lisa and Jim Harrison
Tuesday, October 20, 2020
I’m so sorry for your loss my dear friend.
Teri Byrum
Tuesday, October 20, 2020
So sorry to hear about your mom. Keeping you and your family in my prayers.
Margie Hornor
Tuesday, October 20, 2020
Jody, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your dear Mom. The hardest of days when we say goodbye to a parent. Sending you, John & all your family my deepest sympathy & heartfelt prayers. Much love today & always.
Pam & Rick Pittman
Tuesday, October 20, 2020
So sorry Jody. Prayers for you and your family.
Ted Poore
Tuesday, October 20, 2020
Prays for peace & comfort for all of you.
Virginia Cox
Tuesday, October 20, 2020
Beautifully stated Annette Perry. Jody, Debbie, Pam and Mr. James, all of us who knew your Mom and wife have the fondest memories of her. So glad Mr. Byrd that your sweetheart of 66 years fell asleep in your arms while she was stepping into her eternal life with Bruce and Jesus. What a beautiful Grace God gave You. Prayers for each of You. May The Love of Christ hold each one of Your hearts during Your sorrow. Love to the Byrd familyðŸ™â¤ï¸ðŸ™
Joyce and Joe Keohane
Monday, October 19, 2020
Thinking of you during this difficult time.
Pat Clark
Monday, October 19, 2020
Jody so sorry for your loss . Y’all are in our hearts and prayers .
Pat & Romey Clark
KAthryn Bibb
Monday, October 19, 2020
Jody, Shirley was an amazing person, as is your father. I’ve never known a more devoted couple. You are amazing too, and are fortunate to have had Shirley for a mother. Please accept my sincere condolences and prayers.
Mr.&Mrs. Eddie Johnson
Monday, October 19, 2020
We send our condolences to all the Byrd family. May God give all of you peace at this difficult time.
Suzanne (Byrd) Atkins
Monday, October 19, 2020
I will always remember all the fun times TW and I had with James and Shirley, especially during all our travels together. They were so kind and good to me when I became a member of the cousin Byrd family. Shirley had a heart of gold as she constantly cared for her family and fed anyone who visited. It seemed as though the kitchen never closed and her beautiful gardens exuded hard work the care of loving hands. I know she will be missed by many. My heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Love,
Suzanne
Lindsay May
Monday, October 19, 2020
Jody, Mr. A, Hallie, and family: we are so sorry for your loss and covering you all in prayers. Sending hugs!
Buddy and Pam Carter
Monday, October 19, 2020
So very sorry for your loss Jody. Prayers for you and all your family.
Shawndus Gregory
Monday, October 19, 2020
Sending our heartfelt condolences to all of you. I know it meant so much to Shirley and all of you to spend her final days be her side. Life will never be the same but the cherished memories will most definitely help each of you get through the days/years ahead. Continued prayers for all of you. God bless.
Love, Shawndus & Phillip
Annette Perry
Monday, October 19, 2020
All of you are in my thoughts and prayers. Ma, was always my second mom and Mr James my second dad!!! Love all of you dearly. So blessed by your family!! What a beautiful love story between your mom and dad! She was just waiting on the love of her life to hold her and say it’s okay. What a blessing for all of you, our Lord and Savior heard your prayers. Now she is with Bruce, what a precious homecoming!!!