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Personal note from The Byrd Family

We appreciate the memories and comments you may leave on this site. We will read them and rejoice in Fran's impact on her family and friends. Thank you also for your prayers as we move forward without our spouse and mother to find God's hand involved in our lives daily.

Cards and notes can be mailed to Dr. Bob Byrd, 9516 Center Drive, Villa Park, CA 92861

Fran would want you to know - that life begins anew when you realize you need a Savior. The Bible says we "all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God" (Romans 3:23). And, "the wages of sin is death." (Romans 6:23) which is a spiritual death unlike the ending of physical life on earth, but a permanent separation from God for eternity.

But "God so loved us that He sent His one and only son to die for our sin" and pay the price of redemption for you and me. (John 3:16). If you will change your mind and follow Jesus, God's only son, and trust in Him as your Savior, you too can have eternal life (John 1:12).

God bless you!

Obituary

It is with great sorrow and Heavenly joy that we announce the passing of Mary Frances Byrd (Rodgers) who left us peacefully on November 4th, 2024. Born on July 2, 1934, she was a beacon of love, hospitality, and service throughout her 90 years.

Mary (known to most as Fran) is survived and celebrated by her loving husband Bobby G. Byrd, whom she married in 1956, her son Roger Byrd, and her daughter Jan Castro. …

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Memories & condolences

This week, I was going through boxes of old mementos, in preparation for a move overseas.  I am from the South, and I t…

This week, I was going through boxes of old mementos, in preparation for a move overseas.  I am fro…

This week, I was going through boxes of old mementos, in prepara…

I was sad when I heard the news of Mary Frances's passing.  I have wonderful memories of her kind ways as Bob’s dental …
I was sad when I heard the news of Mary Frances's passing.  I have wonderful memories of her kind w…
I was sad when I heard the news of Mary Frances's passing.  I ha…
So sorry for your loss, Jan.   May God grant you peace.   - Sue from Apex ww
So sorry for your loss, Jan.   May God grant you peace.   - Sue from Apex ww
So sorry for your loss, Jan.   May God grant you peace.   - Sue …
My condolences to Mary Frances's family. I first met Mary Frances when I attended First Baptist church of Irvine Tustin…
My condolences to Mary Frances's family. I first met Mary Frances when I attended First Baptist chu…
My condolences to Mary Frances's family. I first met Mary France…

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She played hymns and songs on the piano and loved having the family sing along. She …
She played hymns and songs on the piano and loved having the family sing along. She cared for …
She played hymns and songs on the piano and loved having the family sing along. She cared for her children and gave her…

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Born

July 2nd, 1934
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Got married to Bob G. Byrd

June 16th, 1956
Memphis, TN
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The Navy brought them to California! El Toro.

1957

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