HIGH POINT - Charles "Lyndon" Byrum, 67, passed away and went to his heavenly home on April 30, 2012.
Lyndon was born on June 12, 1944 in High Point. After graduating from Allen Jay High School, Lyndon served three years in the U.S. Navy, assigned to the U.S.S. Independence. After military service, he graduated from Appalachian State University with a degree in Business and Accounting.
Lyndon was preceded in death by his parents, Charles Franklin and Mary Vashti (Stanley) Byrum and his sister, Anita Byrum Eppley. He is survived by two sons, Michael David Byrum of Trinity, and Charles Lyndon Byrum, Jr. of Roanoke, VA from Lyndon's marriage to Betty Spencer. He is also survived by a brother, Jerry H. Byrum and nieces and nephews. Lyndon loved all of his family and extended family. He appreciated greatly the friendliness of his neighbors and others he interacted with.
Lyndon's constant companion was his pet dog Sissy. They enjoyed walks and special treats. Lyndon was always cheered and comforted by the constant loyal friendship that he shared with his Terrier.
Lyndon enjoyed a full career in the business and accounting professions. He retired as Controller of Merchants Distributing Industries in Hickory, NC. In retirement, Lyndon volunteered for and contributed to a variety of non-profit and charitable organizations, including Life Span, Ward Street United Methodist Church, and High Point Regional Health System. He was an honored member of times for his volunteerism, including the NC Award for Outstanding Volunteer Service, Certificate of Appreciation Treasured Volunteer from LifeSpan of High Point.
Lyndon was an avid coupon shopper. He enjoyed looking for the best deals, and then he would donate the merchandise and groceries to those in need. He also helped feed many animals in the Guilford County Animal Shelter with his coupon-shopped animal food.
Friday's were often the highlight of Lyndon's week when he would have lunch with his brother at Lexington Barbeque. There, they would enjoy discussing the world's problems and coming up with the solutions. Lyndon always enjoyed the fellowship with family and friends.
For more than thirty years, Lyndon courageously battled bipolar and depression, along with short term memory. Recently, COPD and Pulmonary Fibrosis became additional health issues. He was always concerned how his health limitations might impact others. In spite of those limitations, he continued to be a generous and loving gentleman. He also became an organ donor so that others may have life.
Lyndon's heart and encouragement goes out to the millions of individuals and families that are faced with the challenges of short-term memory and bipolar disorders. He believed that love and understanding were as important as medicine in helping with health issues.
Lyndon extended special thanks to neurologist, Dr. Elaine Fararu, who successfully treated his bipolar health issues. He often referred to her as his angel on earth.
Lyndon learned to work with ceramics in retirement, and he often donated ceramic pieces to individuals as well as charitable organizations. He conducted ceramic activities for recovering patients of the High Point Regional Health System. His creativity and loving spirit was a blessing to others.
Lyndon's presence will be greatly missed, but warmly welcomed in heaven.
A celebration of life service will be held at a later time, to be announced. Cumby Family Funeral Service, 1015 Eastchester Dr., High Point, is in charge of arrangements.
In lieu of flowers, Lyndon preferred that donations be made to The Smile Train, P.O. Box 96231, Washington D.C. 20090-6231 and The Guilford County Animal Shelter, 4525 W. Wendover Ave., Greensboro, NC 27409. Lyndon believed making it possible for a child to smile could last a lifetime. He also believed that adopting a pet could bring one a lifetime of unconditional love from one of God's little creatures.
Greensboro News & Record (NC) - Wednesday, May 2, 2012
Lyndon was born on June 12, 1944 in High Point. After graduating from Allen Jay High School, Lyndon served three years in the U.S. Navy, assigned to the U.S.S. Independence. After military service, he graduated from Appalachian State University with a degree in Business and Accounting.
Lyndon was preceded in death by his parents, Charles Franklin and Mary Vashti (Stanley) Byrum and his sister, Anita Byrum Eppley. He is survived by two sons, Michael David Byrum of Trinity, and Charles Lyndon Byrum, Jr. of Roanoke, VA from Lyndon's marriage to Betty Spencer. He is also survived by a brother, Jerry H. Byrum and nieces and nephews. Lyndon loved all of his family and extended family. He appreciated greatly the friendliness of his neighbors and others he interacted with.
Lyndon's constant companion was his pet dog Sissy. They enjoyed walks and special treats. Lyndon was always cheered and comforted by the constant loyal friendship that he shared with his Terrier.
Lyndon enjoyed a full career in the business and accounting professions. He retired as Controller of Merchants Distributing Industries in Hickory, NC. In retirement, Lyndon volunteered for and contributed to a variety of non-profit and charitable organizations, including Life Span, Ward Street United Methodist Church, and High Point Regional Health System. He was an honored member of times for his volunteerism, including the NC Award for Outstanding Volunteer Service, Certificate of Appreciation Treasured Volunteer from LifeSpan of High Point.
Lyndon was an avid coupon shopper. He enjoyed looking for the best deals, and then he would donate the merchandise and groceries to those in need. He also helped feed many animals in the Guilford County Animal Shelter with his coupon-shopped animal food.
Friday's were often the highlight of Lyndon's week when he would have lunch with his brother at Lexington Barbeque. There, they would enjoy discussing the world's problems and coming up with the solutions. Lyndon always enjoyed the fellowship with family and friends.
For more than thirty years, Lyndon courageously battled bipolar and depression, along with short term memory. Recently, COPD and Pulmonary Fibrosis became additional health issues. He was always concerned how his health limitations might impact others. In spite of those limitations, he continued to be a generous and loving gentleman. He also became an organ donor so that others may have life.
Lyndon's heart and encouragement goes out to the millions of individuals and families that are faced with the challenges of short-term memory and bipolar disorders. He believed that love and understanding were as important as medicine in helping with health issues.
Lyndon extended special thanks to neurologist, Dr. Elaine Fararu, who successfully treated his bipolar health issues. He often referred to her as his angel on earth.
Lyndon learned to work with ceramics in retirement, and he often donated ceramic pieces to individuals as well as charitable organizations. He conducted ceramic activities for recovering patients of the High Point Regional Health System. His creativity and loving spirit was a blessing to others.
Lyndon's presence will be greatly missed, but warmly welcomed in heaven.
A celebration of life service will be held at a later time, to be announced. Cumby Family Funeral Service, 1015 Eastchester Dr., High Point, is in charge of arrangements.
In lieu of flowers, Lyndon preferred that donations be made to The Smile Train, P.O. Box 96231, Washington D.C. 20090-6231 and The Guilford County Animal Shelter, 4525 W. Wendover Ave., Greensboro, NC 27409. Lyndon believed making it possible for a child to smile could last a lifetime. He also believed that adopting a pet could bring one a lifetime of unconditional love from one of God's little creatures.
Greensboro News & Record (NC) - Wednesday, May 2, 2012
HIGH POINT - Charles "Lyndon" Byrum, 67, passed away and went to his heavenly home on April 30, 2012.
Lyndon was born on June 12, 1944 in High Point. After graduating from Allen Jay High School, Lyndon served three years in the U.S. Navy, assigned to the U.S.S. Independence. After military service, he graduated from Appalachian State University with a degree in Business and Accounting.
Lyndon was preceded in death by his parents, Charles Franklin and Mary Vashti (Stanley) Byrum and his sister, Anita Byrum Eppley. He is survived by two sons, Michael David Byrum of Trinity, and Charles Lyndon Byrum, Jr. of Roanoke, VA from Lyndon's marriage to Betty Spencer. He is also survived by a brother, Jerry H. Byrum and nieces and nephews. Lyndon loved all of his family and extended family. He appreciated greatly the friendliness of his neighbors and others he interacted with.
Lyndon's constant companion was his pet dog Sissy. They enjoyed walks and special treats. Lyndon was always cheered and comforted by the constant loyal friendship that he shared with his Terrier.
Lyndon enjoyed a full career in the business and accounting professions. He retired as Controller of Merchants Distributing Industries in Hickory, NC. In retirement, Lyndon volunteered for and contributed to a variety of non-profit and charitable organizations, including Life Span, Ward Street United Methodist Church, and High Point Regional Health System. He was an honored member of times for his volunteerism, including the NC Award for Outstanding Volunteer Service, Certificate of Appreciation Treasured Volunteer from LifeSpan of High Point.
Lyndon was an avid coupon shopper. He enjoyed looking for the best deals, and then he would donate the merchandise and groceries to those in need. He also helped feed many animals in the Guilford County Animal Shelter with his coupon-shopped animal food.
Friday's were often the highlight of Lyndon's week when he would have lunch with his brother at Lexington Barbeque. There, they would enjoy discussing the world's problems and coming up with the solutions. Lyndon always enjoyed the fellowship with family and friends.
For more than thirty years, Lyndon courageously battled bipolar and depression, along with short term memory. Recently, COPD and Pulmonary Fibrosis became additional health issues. He was always concerned how his health limitations might impact others. In spite of those limitations, he continued to be a generous and loving gentleman. He also became an organ donor so that others may have life.
Lyndon's heart and encouragement goes out to the millions of individuals and families that are faced with the challenges of short-term memory and bipolar disorders. He believed that love and understanding were as important as medicine in helping with health issues.
Lyndon extended special thanks to neurologist, Dr. Elaine Fararu, who successfully treated his bipolar health issues. He often referred to her as his angel on earth.
Lyndon learned to work with ceramics in retirement, and he often donated ceramic pieces to individuals as well as charitable organizations. He conducted ceramic activities for recovering patients of the High Point Regional Health System. His creativity and loving spirit was a blessing to others.
Lyndon's presence will be greatly missed, but warmly welcomed in heaven.
A celebration of life service will be held at a later time, to be announced. Cumby Family Funeral Service, 1015 Eastchester Dr., High Point, is in charge of arrangements.
In lieu of flowers, Lyndon preferred that donations be made to The Smile Train, P.O. Box 96231, Washington D.C. 20090-6231 and The Guilford County Animal Shelter, 4525 W. Wendover Ave., Greensboro, NC 27409. Lyndon believed making it possible for a child to smile could last a lifetime. He also believed that adopting a pet could bring one a lifetime of unconditional love from one of God's little creatures.
Greensboro News & Record (NC) - Wednesday, May 2, 2012
Lyndon was born on June 12, 1944 in High Point. After graduating from Allen Jay High School, Lyndon served three years in the U.S. Navy, assigned to the U.S.S. Independence. After military service, he graduated from Appalachian State University with a degree in Business and Accounting.
Lyndon was preceded in death by his parents, Charles Franklin and Mary Vashti (Stanley) Byrum and his sister, Anita Byrum Eppley. He is survived by two sons, Michael David Byrum of Trinity, and Charles Lyndon Byrum, Jr. of Roanoke, VA from Lyndon's marriage to Betty Spencer. He is also survived by a brother, Jerry H. Byrum and nieces and nephews. Lyndon loved all of his family and extended family. He appreciated greatly the friendliness of his neighbors and others he interacted with.
Lyndon's constant companion was his pet dog Sissy. They enjoyed walks and special treats. Lyndon was always cheered and comforted by the constant loyal friendship that he shared with his Terrier.
Lyndon enjoyed a full career in the business and accounting professions. He retired as Controller of Merchants Distributing Industries in Hickory, NC. In retirement, Lyndon volunteered for and contributed to a variety of non-profit and charitable organizations, including Life Span, Ward Street United Methodist Church, and High Point Regional Health System. He was an honored member of times for his volunteerism, including the NC Award for Outstanding Volunteer Service, Certificate of Appreciation Treasured Volunteer from LifeSpan of High Point.
Lyndon was an avid coupon shopper. He enjoyed looking for the best deals, and then he would donate the merchandise and groceries to those in need. He also helped feed many animals in the Guilford County Animal Shelter with his coupon-shopped animal food.
Friday's were often the highlight of Lyndon's week when he would have lunch with his brother at Lexington Barbeque. There, they would enjoy discussing the world's problems and coming up with the solutions. Lyndon always enjoyed the fellowship with family and friends.
For more than thirty years, Lyndon courageously battled bipolar and depression, along with short term memory. Recently, COPD and Pulmonary Fibrosis became additional health issues. He was always concerned how his health limitations might impact others. In spite of those limitations, he continued to be a generous and loving gentleman. He also became an organ donor so that others may have life.
Lyndon's heart and encouragement goes out to the millions of individuals and families that are faced with the challenges of short-term memory and bipolar disorders. He believed that love and understanding were as important as medicine in helping with health issues.
Lyndon extended special thanks to neurologist, Dr. Elaine Fararu, who successfully treated his bipolar health issues. He often referred to her as his angel on earth.
Lyndon learned to work with ceramics in retirement, and he often donated ceramic pieces to individuals as well as charitable organizations. He conducted ceramic activities for recovering patients of the High Point Regional Health System. His creativity and loving spirit was a blessing to others.
Lyndon's presence will be greatly missed, but warmly welcomed in heaven.
A celebration of life service will be held at a later time, to be announced. Cumby Family Funeral Service, 1015 Eastchester Dr., High Point, is in charge of arrangements.
In lieu of flowers, Lyndon preferred that donations be made to The Smile Train, P.O. Box 96231, Washington D.C. 20090-6231 and The Guilford County Animal Shelter, 4525 W. Wendover Ave., Greensboro, NC 27409. Lyndon believed making it possible for a child to smile could last a lifetime. He also believed that adopting a pet could bring one a lifetime of unconditional love from one of God's little creatures.
Greensboro News & Record (NC) - Wednesday, May 2, 2012
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