Carolyn Byrnes' Obituary
On this glorious day, February 19, 2016 Jesus stretched his hand to gently escort Carolyn Byrnes through the gates of heaven. There to meet here was her husband of nearly 30 years Jimmie G. Also there to greet her were her parents, Leroy and Merleigh Blair; brother Royce Blair and sister Judy Bridges and many other family and friends.
Carolyn was born on April 11, 1942 in Carthage, Texas. There was nothing more important in her life than serving the Lord. She proudly did that by working as the church secretary at Wesley McCabe Methodist Church for the last 28 years. If asked what she was most proud of in life it would be her grandchildren who affectionately referred to her as Grandmary.
If a person was lucky enough to have known someone as wonderful as Grandmary in their lifetime, they were truly blessed. Our loss is God’s gain.
She is survived by her daughter Sheila Grace and husband Michael; grandson Mikey; granddaughters Kassidy and Kristina. Son Judd Byrnes and wife Tammy; grandsons Colby and Preston. Brother Lynn Blair and wife Chris; Niece Reagan Ford and husband Randy. Sister June Dunlap and husband Bobby. Niece Deborah Dunlap and nephew Jeffrey Dunlap.Sister in law Karen Blair;Niece Allison Blair; Niece Ashley Ohman and husband Trent. Brother in law Harold Bridges; Nieces Jenny Luce and husband Larry ; Joni Collum and husband Joe; nephews Jed Bridges and wife Kristy and Jake Bridges and wife Lauren. Brother in law Wayne Byrnes and wife June; Nephew Brett Byrnes; Niece Carmen Byrnes;Niece sonya Byrnes.Brother in law Brady Pepper and wife Janine;Nephew Troylon Pepper; Niece Edie Odneal and many great nieces and nephews.
If desired memorials can be made in Carolyn’s memory to Wesley McCabe Methodist Church. A visitation for family and friends will be held in her honor Wednesday February 24 from 5:30 – 8 pm at Rader Funeral Home. A memorial service will be held Thursday February 25 at 11 am at Wesley McCabe Methodist Church, 1115 Mobberly Ave. Longview, Tx 75602.
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