Ralph Steven Byrd Obituary
With solemn reverence, we commemorate Ralph Steven Byrd in Harrodsburg, Kentucky, whose life came to an end on May 15, 2026 at the age of 61, leaving behind cherished memories. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, James Earl and Patricia Ann Smith Byrd. He is survived by: his spouse Jamie Matherly Byrd; his children, Eric S. Byrd of Harrodsburg, Kathy Short (Brandon) of Georgetown, Laura Hupp (Nick) of Litchfield and Carmen Haggins of Danville; his sister Tanya Reynolds (Anthony Gilvin) of Harrodsburg; his grandchildren, Conrad, Cullen, Caelum Short, Violet, Naura, Rainee, Penelope Gilleland, Adam Miller, Simba, Thackery and Aurora Hupp; his mother-in-law Beuna Grigsby of Harrodsburg; his son-in-law Nathan Gilleland (Brittany) of Litchfield, Illinois; and his nephew Steven Dean Reynolds. He is also survived by several other nephews, nieces and cousins.
Memorial contributions may be made to Ralph's Relay for Life Team, Fundraising for a Cure, C/O JoLynn Pike, 367 College Manor, Harrodsburg, Ky 40330. and/or the St. Jude Children's Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105-3678. The family has chosen to send donations to St. Jude Children's HospitalDonate Now (http://stjude.org) Donate to Charity Fundraising For a Cure- Relay for LifeC/O JoLynn Pike, 367 College Manor, Harrodsburg, KY 40330.
