Obituary of james carroll Byrd

James (Jim) Carroll Byrd, 84, went to be with his Lord on November 29, 2022 in Pensacola, Florida. Jim was born in Enterprise, Alabama to James Buford Byrd and Frances Imogene Skipper. Jim was raised in Dothan, Alabama and graduated from Dothan High school. He served his country as an airman in the United States Airforce. He later attended McNeese State University and went on to pursue a career as a Field Engineer with National Cash Register Corporation (NCR). Jim was an active member of Myrtle Grove Methodist Church, taught Sunday school and acted as a youth leader for many years. He especially enjoyed photography, computers, fishing, and the precious memories he made with his family on their annual vacations. Jim was preceded in death by his parents, James Buford Byrd and Frances Imogene Lynn Left behind to cherish his memories is his soulmate and wife of 63 years, Marjorie Cherota Byrd; as well as his sister, Sue Speigner; daughters, Sharon Lord, Liz Bowlin, Susan Toczylowski; and son, Dan Byrd, as well as a host of friends and extended family. A memorial service will be held in Jim�s honor on Friday, December 2, 2022 at 11:00 am with visitation an hour prior. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Wycliffe Bible Translators, 11450 Translation Way, P.O. Box 620143 Orlando, Fl 32862