Alvin M Byrd Sr.

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Visitation Schedule
Roller-Citizens Funeral Home
508 Plaza St.
West Helena, AR  72390
Thursday, February 21, 2019
10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.
Service Schedule
Graveside
Sunset Memorial Park
5783 Hwy. 49
West Helena, AR  72390
Thursday, February 21, 2019
11:00 a.m.
Cemetery
Sunset Memorial Park
5783 Hwy 49
West Helena, AR  72390
Alvin M Byrd Sr.

of Helena, AR

November 10, 1930 - February 17, 2019

Alvin M. Byrd Sr., 88 of Helena, Arkansas passed away February 17, 2019 in Harrison, Arkansas. Mr. Byrd was born November 10, 1930 to the late Maggie Brantley and Marvin Byrd.

He is survived by one son, Alvin Byrd Jr. (Charlie) of Eureka Springs, Arkansas; two daughters, Sharon Smith (Mark) of Harrison, Arkansas and Karen Lavender Fitzhugh (Carvil) of Helena, Arkansas; three grandchildren, Drake Carnathan, Jason Carnathan, and Megan Batson; seven great-grandchildren, Hunter Carnathan, Haley Carnathan, Alex Carnathan, Nicholas Carnathan, Jaiden Carnathan, Riley Batson and Merritt Batson; three sisters, Betty Ott of Utah, Frances Batts of Searcy, Arkansas and Dorothy Folkman of Oregon; two brothers, Robert Byrd of Arkansas and Doug Byrd of Pangburn, Arkansas; as well as a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

He is preceded in death by his parents Maggie and Marvin Byrd, wife of 64 years, Wanda Byrd; one sister, Evelyn Teague and one brother, Butch Byrd.

The family would like to thank all the caregivers for their love and compassion.

Memorials may be made to any dementia and Alzheimer's association.

Visitation will be at 10 a.m., Thursday February 21, 2019 at Roller-Citizens Chapel and graveside service will be at 11 a.m. at Sunset Memorial Park in West Helena, Arkansas

Services will be directed by Roller-Citizens Funeral Home, West Helena, (870) 572-2571. Relatives and friends may sign the online guestbook at www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/westhelena.

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24 Condolence(s)
Stephanie Reynolds
Harrison, AR
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Saturday, February 23, 2019

Sharon, I’m so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts & prayers are with you & your family.

Mary Sue Tudor
Saltillo, MS
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Friday, February 22, 2019

Karen
I am so sorry to hear your Dad passed away. I just read a FB share. You know I love you always and please know I am here for you. Please let me hear from you. My condolences to you, your family during this time. Love you, Mary Sue

Steve & Cynthia Beeler
Harrison, AR
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Friday, February 22, 2019

We are so sorry for the loss of your dad, Sharon. I know you have many special memories that will help you through this difficult time along with many friends who love you. Steve and I count ourselves lucky to be among them. Love from the Beelers

Debbie Johnston Morris
Senoia, GA
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Friday, February 22, 2019

I am so sorry for your loss. I first knew Buddy from church. He was a fine man and loved his family and God. I am sure he and Wanda are having a great reunion in heaven along with other family members. Prayers and hugs.

Stephanie Maxwell-Sandifer
West Helena, AR
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Thursday, February 21, 2019

Alvin and Family,
So sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Stephanie

A.B. and Susan Carnathan
Greers ferry, AR
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Thursday, February 21, 2019

We are sorry for your loss. We hope you will find comfort in your memories.

shannon highsmith (hunter and hailey carnathan)
oklahoma city, OK
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Thursday, February 21, 2019

sorry for the loss he was a sweet man, he will be missed.

Billie Sue Rohrscheib
Lexa, AR
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Thursday, February 21, 2019

So sorry about Buddy ! We will not be here for the funeral, but our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Love you, Henry and Billie Sue Rohrscheib

Janie scaife
Hot springs village, AR
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Thursday, February 21, 2019

Sharon, Karen and Alvin I’m so sorry.

Ricky & Linda Miller
West Helena, AR
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Wednesday, February 20, 2019

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Jim & Hazel Williams
Helena, AR
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Wednesday, February 20, 2019

I first met Buddy during his farming years. He was a fine man to work with and we became good friends. We sure hated to lose him. Prayers for his children and the rest of the family.

Darrell & Patricia Jones
Harrison, AR
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Wednesday, February 20, 2019

So sorry for the loss of your father. Prayers for you and his family!

Christine Layton
West Helena, AR
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Wednesday, February 20, 2019

I was sorry to hear of Buddy 's passing. my prayer are with Sharon.Karen and Alvin. and the rest of his family. I knew Buddy and Wanda from the time they had Buddy's Grocery store on South Seventh St my kids called it a the Candy store ,, I bought many a pound of Bologna there, they had the very best Bologna . They were the nicest people. both Buddy and Wanda was always super nice to my children and me as well as everyone who came in to their store and their children were always very respectable to everyone. I know they will all miss their dad but know he is in a much better place and has no more pain and is celebrating with all his family he went before him. My prayers are with all of them. RIP bUDDY.

Billy Gray and Ruth Ann Billingsley
West Helena, AR
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Wednesday, February 20, 2019

So sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and your family!

Doug and Mickie Hughes
Knoxville, TN
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Wednesday, February 20, 2019

Buddy and Wanda have been dear friends since 1961.Our families shared together as Sharon, Karen and Alvin grew up. Our prayers especially for them for peace and comfort knowing that Heaven is rejoicing as Buddy and Wanda are reunited.

Doug and Mickie Hughes

Mava Baker
Harrison,
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Wednesday, February 20, 2019

I am so sorry for the loss of your Dad! May God comfort you and the family at this time with his love!

Eva Bell
Dallas, TX
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Tuesday, February 19, 2019

I loved my Uncle Buddy so much. My childhood was full of great memories with Uncle Buddy and Aunt Wanda. It makes me happy to know they are together again. Karen and Sharon did an amazing job of caring for them in their later years.

Kay Stroope
Black Springs, AR
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Tuesday, February 19, 2019

So sorry for your loss.🙏♥️🙏♥️

Latisha Cook
Berryville, AR
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Tuesday, February 19, 2019

I'm so sorry for your family's loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Sheryl Jones
Harrison, AR
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Tuesday, February 19, 2019

Prayers for your family. May you find peace and comfort during this difficult time.

Mark and Reta Batts
Haynes, AR
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Tuesday, February 19, 2019

Dear Alvin,Charles,and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. We are praying for peace and comfort for all of you. Love you.

Shawn Teague
Heber Springs, AR
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Tuesday, February 19, 2019

I will cherish my memories of uncle buddy forever.

Margaret Kirk
Beebe, AR
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Tuesday, February 19, 2019

So sorry to learn of the passing of my long time friend, Buddy.
To Karen, Sharon and Alvin, let the fun time memories bring you comfort in this time of the loss of your dad.

Jackie Sanders
Helens, AR
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Tuesday, February 19, 2019

So sorry for the loss of Mr. Alvin. Prayers for the family