Byrd, Aubrey Ray (Ringgold)

  • Tuesday, August 14, 2018

Aubrey Ray Byrd, 74, of Ringgold, passed away on Friday, August 10, 2018. He was born to the late Raymond and Eva Mae King Byrd in Quincy, Fl., lived in Ringgold for the past 40 years, and was of the Baptist faith.  Aubrey retired from Long Pontiac in 2006 after more than 20 years and has been employed at Crown Chrysler/Jeep for the past four years. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, uncle and friend, who was always willing to help anyone in need, and will be greatly missed.

Aubrey was also preceded in death by his daughter, Mitzi Raye Byrd; sister, Joyce Sellers; and brother, Douglas Byrd.

He is survived by his loving wife, of 37 years, Janette Witherow Byrd; daughters, Bridgette Gonzales and Renee’ Byrd; step-son, Bryan Witherow; one very special little boy, Jaymeson Voyles; five grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; two special nephews, Scott (Barbara) Bass and Tracey (Amy) Bass; several other nieces and nephews; and many loving friends and co-workers.

A private family celebration of life will be held at a later date.

Arrangements by Wilson Funeral Home Wallis-Stewart Chapel, Ringgold.

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