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Obituary For Jean Byrd
Jean Byrd, 79, of Columbus GA died Saturday March 15 at The Landings.
The Homegoing Celebration for Ms. Jean Byrd will be held on Thursday, March 20, 2025 at 1:00 PM in the Chapel of Progressive ~ Visitation will be Thursday beginning at 12 PM.
Jean Byrd was born February 11, 1946 to the late John Gurusaransingh and Marie Gopee Gurusaransingh in Trinidad. She was born in Trinidad. She lived in New York City in the Bronx for 30+ years. She enjoyed cooking, having great parties, traveling and spending time with family and friends.
Other than her parents she is predeceased in death by her husband Joseph Burke, Jenny Nagassar (sister), Rodney and Irving Gurusaransingh (brothers). She is survived by her daughter, Ann Marie Wiley (Art) Grandchildren (Shelby Holland, Asia and Jalen Wiley) and Great granddaughters (Nova and Rael), sisters Winnie Raymond(Rudie), Lucy Boneo, brothers, Hubert G. Singh, Fred G. Singh(Maureen), George G. Singh (Joan) and at least 24 or more nieces and nephews.
The service will be live-streamed, (see clickable link below).
In lieu of flowers make donations to Waddell Elementary for school supplies. Those that are out of state that would like to make a donation to the school, please contact the daughter, Mrs. Ann-Marie Wiley for donation information.
Progressive Funeral Home staff is privileged to serve the Family of Ms. Jean Byrd.
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Add A CondolenceMy condolences goes out to Mrs.Byrd family. Throughout the years I have known Mrs.Bryd from working at both facilities The Landings was the last one, Mrs.Byrd was one of my favorite people who kept a smile on my face when I came to work. I enjoyed when she curses me out and then a min later She was ready for me to take her to the train station. The time we had. Byrd you was really a true fighter and a strong individual you will be greatly missed. Sleep on peacefully and angel has gained her wings.
Bird baby you touched my heart, I loved all times we sent together, you know you were my ride or die chick. I will miss hearing you call name. I love you!!!
Annie, my condolences to you and your family. I will be in contact with you soon.
You were like a sister to me and I have very fond memories of you. From both my wife, Juanita and I, rest in peace until we meet again.
It was truly an honor to take care of Mrs. Byrd, she will truly be missed. To the family, may God bless you and keep you during your time of bereavement and I will continue to pray for you all.
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Sending condolences to the family of Ms. Jean Byrd. This angel will truly be missed by The Landings memory care staff. She gave wisdom to us even when she was joking. Ms. Byrd was a lady who said what she meant, and meant what she said. I will always hold that thought of her close to my heart. God bless you all during this time of bereavement.
To family:love you all . May my friend. Rest. In. Peace..she will never. Be. Forgotten.peearl harris
Jeanie Your life was a Blessing. You were loved by beyond words and will be missed beyond measure. Now in God's care you rest above, but in my heart you rest with love. Now sleep in peace my feisty & high spirited Trinidadian Sister girlfriend. I am so glad that I met you through Joe, 30 years ago . Here's to the friendship and all the good times we had together partying in New York & traveling to Caribana - Toronto, Canada and Goombay Festival -Nassau, Bahamas. Gone but not forgotten - your spirit remains my friend.
Eternal Love, Laurette LeGendre
My deepest condolences to Ann Marie and the entire family. Ms. Jean was always so welcoming, fun, energetic and personable. Although she was small in stature, she had an enormous personality!
I loved her cooking, seeing her dance, hearing her laugh and watching her feistiness.
She made so many sacrifices for her daughter and family, so her legacy will definitely live on.
May she rest in eternal peace in the arms of Christ.
Love you all, Keiah
Heartfelt condolences to the family of our very dear and loving friend Jean. Jean, you truly were an amazing, caring and kind person. We met through mutual friends back in the early 90s, and you immediately accepted us as family. We admired your strength and courage, and also how easily you made and kept friends for a lifetime. I speak for so many when I say everyone was always welcomed warmly into your home. You were a great host and genuine friend and loved by so many! Soar high our beautiful Angel, you will be missed! Lystra and Ronnie
