Etheleen Honeycutt Byrd passed away peacefully on May 4, 2021. Born on February 6, 1944 to Otis and Gladys Honeycutt of Wendell, NC. She is survived by her sons, Kenny and Greg Byrd and their wives, Christine and Laura along with her four beloved granddaughters, Brittany, Brooke, Madilyn and Evelyn Byrd. She is also survived by her brother, Richard Honeycutt and wife Phoebe.
Etheleen retired from First Citizens Bank in 2009 where she worked for 30 years. During this time, she made many friendships and lifelong friends. Etheleen was an amazing Southern cook and never missed an opportunity to pull for the Tarheels. Nothing brought her more joy than spending time with her two sons and their families.
Mom, we love you and we will miss you so much. You are the best Mom and our best friend!
A celebration of her life will be held at a later date.
The family wishes to express their gratitude to the wonderful staff at Transitions LifeCare for the compassionate care they gave to Etheleen in her final days.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Transitions LifeCare in Raleigh NC. https://transitionslifecare.org/donate/