Mr. Willie Deroy Bryd transitioned to his heavenly home on August 17, 2025, at 3:00 PM while in Live Oak, Florida. He was the last surviving child of Deacon John and Dollie Bryd of Portal, Georgia.
He was preceded in death by his siblings, John Walter Byrd, Albert Byrd, Carrie Byrd Mosley, Earlene Byrd Lee, Leroy Byrd, Doy Byrd, Almareen Byrd Williams, and Roscoe Byrd.
His children are Wille Byrd Jr. and Rhonda Byrd. Deroy, as he was known by classmates and friends, attended Willow Hill Elementary and graduated from William James in 1966.
Willie was a Vietnam veteran and went on to serve 10 years in the United States Air Force. He liked farming and drove trucks for a living.
A memorial service will be held at Banks Creek Primitive Baptist Church located at 1901 Banks Creek Church Road Portal, GA 30450 on Sunday, August 31, 2025, at 2:00 PM.
The family thank each one for their prayers and support during this time of grieving.
His final arrangements have been entrusted to Udell Funeral Home of Live Oak, FL. 190 Walker Ave SW Live Oak FL 32064 Phone: 386 362 4189
This announcement is made as a courtesy especially for the family by Hill's Mortuary, Inc.
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