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Melvin Byrd,

September 17, 1945 — February 14, 2021

Melvin Byrd, Sr. 75, passed away on Sunday, February 14, 2021, at his residence. Born in Greenville County, he was a son of the late James William and Doris Byrd.

Surviving: his wife, Bernette Dawkins Byrd of the home; three sons, Ed Jerome (Venesa) of Pelzer, SC, Edgar Byron Byrd (Angelic) and Melvin Byrd, Jr. of Piedmont, SC; three sisters, Carolyn (Elder Willie) Martin, Annie Ruth Bolt, and Sandra Byrd, all of Greenville, SC; one brother, Joseph (Volt) Byrd of Greenville, SC; seven grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and a host of other relatives and friends.
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Tuesday, February 23, 2021

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Friday, February 26, 2021

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M.J. "Dolly" Cooper Veterans Cemetery

140 Inway Drive, Anderson, SC 29621

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