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Obituary For Valerie T. Byrd
Valerie Tawanna Byrd, loving sister, aunt, cousin and friend affectionally known as “Tuttie” and “Baby Sister” passed away peacefully April 13, 2021 at Wesley Long Hospital after a long illness.
She was born February 14, 1956, the third daughter of Jason Monroe Byrd and Rosemary Cochran Byrd at L. Richardson Hospital. Born on Valentine’s Day, she was appropriately named Valerie.
Valerie was educated in the Greensboro City School System now known as Guilford County Schools progressing from Jonesboro Elementary, Lincoln Junior High to James Benson Dudley High where she was a cheerleader, a member of Georgene Dye’s dance group and a proud member of the graduating class of 1974. She furthered her education at Guilford Technical Institute now know as Guilford Technical Community College where she earned an associate degree.
Valerie reaffirmed her faith through the Reverend Miller Carter at Metropolitan United Methodist Church and was on the Pastor Parrish Relations Committee.
Valerie was always a hard worker and was happy to say she retired from The United States Postal Service after 35 years of dedicated service. She became friends with many of those she worked with during her career. Valerie also had a method of doing things and she wanted everything just right. From the car she drove to the home she bought everything was always immaculate and out of all colors to keep clean white was her favorite.
Valerie was a loving and caring person and her friends were always supportive with love. She was always concerned about the well being of others and would help anyone if she could. Remembering and sharing cherished memories are her sisters Sandra Tatum Williams (Edward Williams), Charlotte Renee’ Byrd, niece Lisa Tatum Mitchem, nephew Cody Cochran Byrd, great-niece Cydney Alexandria Brower (David Moats), great-nephew Quentin McCaleb Mitchem (Akhaiya Williamson), and two great great-nephews Sincere Eli Mitchem and David Isaiah Moats, Jr who were the most recent treasures of her life, along with her Cochran cousins whom she loved dearly and her best friend Annette Radcliffe-Mills who was always there in time of need.
Valerie was predeceased by parents Jason and Rosemary Byrd and grand parents Johnny and Clara Cochran and James Sr and Lula Byrd.
With a heavy heart we must say Valerie will be greatly missed by everyone who knew her.
“SISTERS ARE ALWAYS AND FOREVER!”
In lieu of flowers, the family asks donations to be made to: Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation Carolina’s Chapter 1100 S. Mint Street, Suite 204 Charlotte, NC 28203 704-264-0587 Crohnscolitisfoundation.org
To Those I Love and Those Who Love Me By Mary Alice Ramish
When I’m gone, release me, let me go I have so many things to see and do. You mustn’t tie yourself to me with tears, Be happy that we had so many years.
I gave you my love, you can only guess How much you gave to me in happiness. I thank you for the love you each have shown, But now it’s time I traveled alone.
So grieve a while for me, if grieve you must, Then let your grief be comforted by trust. It’s only for a while that we must part, So bless the memories within your heart.
I won’t be far away, for life goes on, So if you need me, call and I will come, And if you listen with your heart, you’ll hear All of my love around you soft and clear, And then, when you must come this way alone, I’ll greet you with a smile and say, Welcome Home.”
A public viewing will be held on Friday, April 23, 2021 from 4pm-6pm in the Cassie Coote-Brown Memorial Chapel of Perry J. Brown Funeral Home. A private graveside service honoring her life will be held on Saturday, April 24, 2021 at Lakeview Memorial Park.
Services entrusted to Perry J. Brown Funeral Home (336)-272-6109.
Guest Book
Sandra. I am sorry for your loss. May God bless you and your family. Classmate of Dudley High School Class of 1960. Doris Waddell
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To the family of Sister Valerie Byrd: Sorry for the loss of Sister Valerie. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Keep the faith and hold on to God's unchanging hand. James & Ophelia Armstrong & Family
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I am so sorry to hear of Valerie's passing. I was so sad but I replaced the sadness with all the thoughts of the good times we had working at the P O. I pray Gods comfort to the family. Rest In Peace my friend. 💕🙏🏽 Laura Hawkins
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I am so sorry to hear of Valerie's passing. I was so sad but I replaced the sadness with all the thoughts of the good times we had working at the P O. I pray Gods comfort to the family. Rest In Peace my friend. 💕🙏🏽 Laura Hawkins
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Sending my sincerest condolences to the Byrd Family and Friends from Lonnie Lewis. May the Right Hand of God guide you home Val and bring healing comfort to your loving family and dear friends in their time of need.
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Grace and Peace to Valerie Byrd and Her Family. Rest in Peace from Metropolitan United Methodist Church and the United Methodist Men. ~With Much Love, Metropolitan U. M. Church
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Charlotte and family, we were deeply saddened to hear of Valerie's passing. Valerie was such a force and bright light! She always had a smile on her face or a quick laugh to share, despite her many struggles. Your family is in thoughts and prayers. Much love, Michael & Melanie Duncan
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Charlotte, Coty and family. My heartfelt condolences to all of you for the LOST of "Teddy". Prayers of comfort for you all. Linda Sims and Family
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My friend. My Sister🙏🏽
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Sending my sympathy and love to you. Hugs, Emily
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I was so very shocked learning the passing of my dear friend Tuttie, we were neighbors for a long time and postal workers, my heart is so very, very heavy right now, but knowing you are no longer suffering and living in the loving arms of God makes it easy to see you passing on, we will meet again someday soon so for now R.I.P my dear friend..and condolences to your family Patricia Holliday, Tony, and Dimetria
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My heartfelt sympathy goes out to the family. I was very sad to hear about Tutti's passing. It's been a while since I've seen her and the family. I have special memories of us when we were young and the family lived near my cousins, the Cochrans. I wish all of you peace and comfort during this difficult time and I'm praying that your loving memories will sustain you in the days ahead. God Bless All Of You! Luanna Goodall-Rorie
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PRAYERS AND CONDOLENCES FOR THE FAMILIES OF CHARLOTTE AND CODY BYRD! MAY GOD BLESS AND STRENGTHEN YOU WITH HOLY COMFORT!
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Many blessings and prayers for your family, Valerie. You were always such a joy to be around at the USPS, even when you weren't feeling your best. May you rest in peace and know you will be missed by all of us and you'll always hold a dear place in our hearts. Jean Malloy, retired USPS.
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So, many days and years of working at the post office and so many memories of you Rest In Peace Valerie LindaFoddrell
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My sincere condolences to Charlotte and her family.
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Bird you will be missed. I enjoyed working with you over the years. Rest in Peace and my heart goes out to the family. Jackie Smith( co-worker)
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Byrd was such a funny and kind person. We had good times and lots of laughs at work. Nikki Neal
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May God comfort your family during this difficult time. Byrd was fun to work with. RIP. No more pain. Praying for the family. Cathy Harris (former co-worker)
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Girl, I'm going to miss that laugh of yours and the strength you had dealing with your illness.I remember how we laughed about who's the tallest,but don't call you Lil or Shorty. RIP Brydie! Cody and family,she will be missed but not forgotten. Co-worker Alanna Hopkins (Lil Bit)
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We've had so many good time working in the Postal Service together and we will always keep You in our memories. Sending up Prayer and Blessing to the Family. Norma and Thomas Neal, former co-worker and friends.
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Charlotte and Cody, so sorry for your loss. Cody I could see how close you were to your aunt and Charlotte I could not even imagine losing my sister. I know God always has a Divine plan for our life and He will see you through this. Praying for you and your family.
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My most sincere condolences to you all during this difficult time.Valerie was such a joy to be around.I had not seen or talked to her in a very long time since I retired from the postal service 6 years ago.I will always have a memory of the two of us sharing blueberry muffins from the postal cafeteria.I am saddened to hear of her passing.God bless each and every one of you.Rochelle Alston(former co-worker)
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Charlotte and Family~~We offer our deepest condolences, prayers, and love to all of you at this most difficult time. Tutti was loved by so many, and she will be truly missed. We are here for you. Myrtle "Myrt" Barrett Soloman~~James B. Dudley-1969 and Joe Soloman, Sr.~~James B. Dudley-1968
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"Byrdie", I was so sad and shocked when I got the news. Although you battled many health issues you always seemed to bounce back. In our last conversation we talked about getting together when this pandemic ended. I guess I will see you on the other side. RIP Valerie. No more doctors, hospitals or pain. You will never be forgotten. To her sisters, nieces and nephews; you are in my thoughts and prayers. Leta Wright (former co-worker)
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Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.
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