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Stephania Lorraine Maloy Byrd

05/14/1967 - 01/03/2021

Obituary For Stephania Lorraine Maloy Byrd

Stephania Lorraine Maloy Byrd of Ft. Lauderdale, FL (formerly Clearwater, FL) was born on May 14, 1967 in St. Petersburg, Florida and transitioned on Sunday, January 3, 2021 in Ft. Lauderdale, FL.

“Stephanie” was a soft-spoken, kind-hearted wife, sister, aunt, cousin, niece, and friend. She, along with twin-brother Stephen, were raised by parents Clemmie and Nelson Maloy in Safety Harbor, FL.

After her parents passing, she had a yearning to know her biological family. In 1994, God granted her request! She reconnected with her father, Mr. Armon Neal, Jr. (d. 2000), and uncles, aunts, siblings and cousins.

Stephanie received her education in Pinellas County Schools and in Atlanta, GA where she received her CNA certificate.

She worked at R’ Club for many years and also with teenagers in group homes in Pinellas county. She finished her career as a teacher’s assistant in Pinellas County Schools (Sandy Lane Elementary) when she married her husband, Ezekiel Byrd “Mr. Wonderful”, and moved to Ft. Lauderdale.

Stephanie accepted Christ at an early age. Over the years, she has boldly declared God’s Word while serving as exhorter, singer, emcee and in any capacity needed as she was a woman of many gifts and talents.

She was a member of The Christ Church of Universal Love, Bishop James Byrd, Founder/Senior Pastor in Largo, FL and formerly, at Citadel Of Hope Ministries in Atlanta, GA under the late Pastor Nathaniel L. Simmons.

She leaves to cherish her memory: Her husband, Ezekiel Byrd, “her daughters”, Kristina Byrd, Tarpon Springs and Sabrina Byrd, Clearwater;

Grandchildren: Janelle, Jermaine, Janiyah, and Jaleah; Brothers: Her twin, Stephen Maloy (Sandy), Tampa; Alvin, Richard and Zachary Neal of Miami, Clearwater, and Haines City, FL, respectively. Sisters: Scherrin Hobbs, St. Petersburg; Gwen Maloy, New Port Richey; Annette Neal, Clearwater; Gwendolyn Neal, Jonesboro, GA;

A dear aunt, Mrs. Verna Evans who she lived with for several years, Clearwater. Father-in-law: Bishop James E. Byrd, Clearwater; Sisters-in-law: Rosa Jones, Clearwater; Ruth Dukes (Melvin), Largo; Lillian Williams (Billy), Rebecca Thomas (Harry), Wendy Harvey (Rocky), all of Clearwater; Brothers-in-law: Jim Byrd (Mary), David Byrd (Linda), Willie Byrd of Clearwater; Isaac Byrd, Okeechobee, FL. And a host of relatives, co-workers, and friends.

Viewing from 5:00-8:00 p.m. Friday, January 22 and CDC guidelines will be followed.

A traditional service will not be held at this time; however, plans will be made to hold a Memorial service and repast at a safer time. Interment will be held at Calvary Catholic Cemetery, 5233 118th Ave N, Clearwater, FL 33760.

In addition to public viewing, live stream will be available on the Smith-Youngs Funeral Home website. Flowers can be sent to Smith-Youngs Funeral Home, 1005 Howard Street Clearwater, Florida 33756 on Friday, January 22, 2021.


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SHE WILL BE SADLY MISSED LOV ALWAYS BRYAN AND PATTI EVANS.

She was so sweet and kind to me and my sister when we first join universel love many years ago and always kept us laughing u will be missed mrs Stephanie ♥️

Stephanie was a delightful, beautiful soul. She carried a love that made you feel comfortable around her no matter what. She will be incredibly missed. Her voice, laugh, and smile can and will never be replaced.

I worked with Stephanie at Sandy Lane Elementary. She was an encourager to both the teachers and students there. I was blessed to see her working with our students. Stephanie had a gift, that was able to reach the students that "didn't want to be reached". She had a love that went well beyond the anger and hurt that many of our students wore so proudly. It was a joy and an honor to work with her. I pray for peace for her family and all of us that knew her. I also pray the joy of memories of invade the mourning.

My sincere condolences and prayer to the family and friends. It was a joy to serve with her at Citadel of Hope. She was certainly loved and will be missed. Vanessa Best

We were very saddened to hear of your passing. You was vibrant young lady. We remember you as being the nurse for Pastor Nathan Simmons along with being part of the Diamond Ave. house. Those were the good ole days! You will forever be remembered in our hearts. You will truly be missed. Tony and Cathy Gathers

With deepest sympathy as you remember Stephanie. My classmate I will miss her beautiful smile. Princess Jackson

Stephanie brought joy and sunshine to so many lives, including mine. At my lowest points of life, she was there to pray and encourage me through. She will be greatly missed by my family. I pray comfort for Ezekiel and all her family and friends.

Sorrells

Step, you will be missed forever. We've been friends through thick and thin, good and bad and nothing was able to break our bond. I love you! I pray comfort for your husband Ezekiel and all of those who will miss the light you brought into our lives. Rest Well! Your friend forever Trina McWhorter...

My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Stephania. I love you Stephania, you will truly be missed. Now take your rest in Heaven.

Metta Davis Rollins Dennis Rollins

I love you my beautiful cousin and we will see each other again so you just rest in Jesus 💜

Will see you later cousin

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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