James Byrd Obituary

With solemn reverence, we commemorate James Byrd of Ansonia, Connecticut, whose life came to an end on April 8, 2025 at the age of 79, leaving behind cherished memories. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of James Byrd to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Evans James Byrd Sr. and Clara Peagler; his stepfather William Peagler; his sister Antoinette Collins; his nieces, Tracy Collins and Kimberly Collins Morton; his nephew Hugh Jeffrey Collins; and his great-niece Nova Collins.

He is survived by: his wife Sandra Byrd of Kensington; his sister Lenore; his brother-in-law Leon Brown of Clinton; his nephew Matthew Byrd (Patricia) of Berlin; and his niece Jessica Byrd-Painter (Eric) of Farmington. He is also survived by grandchildren.

Visitation was held on Saturday, April 19th 2025 from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM at the Erickson-Hansen Funeral Home (411 S Main St, New Britain, CT 06051). A funeral service was held on Saturday, April 19th 2025 at 1:00 PM at the Crossroads Church of God (146 Hudson St, Berlin, CT 06037). A burial was held on Monday, April 21st 2025 at 12:00 PM at the State Veterans Cemetery (317 Bow Ln, Middletown, CT 06457).

Memorial donations may be made to Scouting America at Connecticut Rivers Council, 50 State House Square, Fifth Floor, Hartford, CT 06103 or a charity of the donor's choice.