Joseph

Byrd

In Loving Memory of Joseph Byrd

Joseph Byrd was born on October 23, 1957, in Shreveport, Louisiana, to Cordell Byrd and Lucy Lee Robinson Byrd. He was the third oldest of nine children and was raised with strong family values that remained an important part of his life.He attended North Caddo High School in Shreveport, Louisiana. 

He proudly served 12 years in the military, demonstrating the dedication, discipline, and commitment that would become hallmarks of his life.And For more than 25 years, he worked as a Program Coordinator at V.O.A. He was a dedicated and dependable worker who took great pride in providing for and supporting his family. He was also member of The Historic Vernon AME Church at 311 N Greenwood Avenue Tulsa, Ok. 74120

Joseph was united in marriage to Lonnetta Mayberry Byrd, and together they built a loving blended family which includes four children: Andrea , Jamila, Cambrae, and Hamsatu. His family was the center of his world. Though he was a very quiet man, his love was shown through his actions, his sacrifices, his hard work, and the constant care he gave to those around him. He will be remembered as a quiet, humble, hardworking, and devoted man. He loved his family deeply and cherished the time he spent with them. He did not need many words to let people know how much they meant to him; his presence, dedication, and the life he worked so hard to provide spoke for him.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Lucy Lee Robinson Byrd, and three siblings, Walter, Billy, and Kathy and one grandson Deleon. He leaves to cherish his memory his beloved wife, Lonnetta Mayberry Byrd; his four children, his father, Cordell Byrd; his brothers, Patrick Byrd, Johnny Byrd, Andy Robinson, and Jerry Robinson; his sister, Joyce Bonner; eight grandchildren and 7 great- grandchildren and a host of extended family and friends, and loved ones who will forever hold him in their hearts.

Late Wednesday night, September 23, 2026 Joseph Byrd transitioned from this earthly realm to the place that was promised and prepared for him. Leaving behind a legacy of love, strength, perseverance, and devotion to family. Although he was a man of few words, soft spoken and slow to anger Joseph's life spoke volumes. Rest peacefully, Joseph. 

"Your work here is done, but your love and memory will live on forever you will truly be missed."

The Services to honor Mr. Byrd's life will commence, Saturday, October 10th, 2026 at High Noon in the Historic Vernon A.M.E Church 311 North Greenwood Avenue.

Immediately following, the Christian Committal will take place on the sacred grounds of Crown Hill Cemetery 4301 East 66th street North.

Friends and Family may visit Mr. Byrd as he slumber peacefully on Friday October 9th, 2026 in the All Faiths Chapel of Keith D. Biglow Funeral Directors, Inc.- Tulsa. between the hours of 1pm & 6pm.

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