Both Sharon and you provided me with love, stability, and provided for me when my family couldn’t.  I went from scared to death of you Dean to loving you so much. Sometimes people remember one moment in time with me rather good or bad that is how they judge through eternity and that is sad. You always got my humor and you never made me feel like I wasn’t an equal or judged or in any time capsule. You loved me for me and laughed at the humorous madness that kept us still talking thru the years! You will always be very special to me! Save me a seat in the choir! Love you! Thanks for your support!

Where do I start describing ol Papa Byrd?  I guess from the beginning. Back in Jr. High I became acquainted with a gangly kid named Billy Byrd. We had a mutual interest in drums and percussion and from there it became so much more. I was enamored with his personality and sense of humor. As time progressed I came to know his parents The Mayor Sharon and his scary dad Sherley Dean. I spent a lot of my high school days at Byrd Manor swimming, shooting pool and playing video games...and of course music! That place was always so inviting even when I had a tendency to be loud which was a lot they still didn't banish me even whe I woke Dean up after working a double. Over the years he seemed to take me in stride and we developed a good and humorous relationship.  Dean was always outspoken with his opinion on things and whether you agreed or not you respected them. He like Billy had a quirky sense of humor and was always good for a gut buster laugh. He lived life on his own terms and I don't think anyone could ask for more than that. Rest peacefully Sir and it warms my soul that your are reunited with the sweet Mayor we all loved also. You will be remembered. 

Dean and I worked together for many years and he always seemed to have a smile on his face or a laugh to share.  Great fellow and will truly be missed.

MY Husband Me Sharon and Dean go way back before any children I am the only one left many memories to cherish 

What a wonderful family
So many great memories 
Sharon and Dean Byrd always treated me like family. 
🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽
Papa Byrd I will miss you, even though I was in Florida, you were close to my heart. 
Love you 
Tracy

To the Byrd Families;
Dean was just about the best of the best. He & Sharon were a couple of greats. My sincerest condolences. May GOD Bless you all.
Yvonne Sams

Dear Bird Family
Sending our love and prayers , we wish we could be there physically, but our hearts are with you, we will always remember Mr.Dean, May he Rest In Peace 🙌🏼

Sharon & Dean were great wonderful people and they raised 2 wonderful children in Billy & Sherri. One always felt welcome there.  They are together again. I know Dean missed Sharon so much.  Please accept my love, hugs & prayers during this time...xxoo from Tampa Bay....Mark & Amy Spicer

Dean dearly loved and cherished his family.  He always had a joke or funny story to tell and his laugh was contagious. He was a good man. I will miss him. My prayers and thoughts are with his wonderful family.

My deepest sympathy with the loss of Dean.  I enjoyed interacting on fb and have many great fun memories with Dean and Sharon from years ago.  God Bless you All during this difficult time.  Your parents were both wonderful people and friends.
Love and Prayers 
Sherrie Shutts Fischer 

Thoughts and prayers for family and friends.  You will be missed. Your feistiness and quick wit was a real treat. I enjoyed pics of your evening meals and how yummy they looked. Now who do I argue politics with??? May you RIP. Love you. 

OBITUARY

Sherley Dean Byrd

29 June, 1940 – 25 November, 2019

Anderson Funeral Home

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