Merle Harris Byrd Obituary
The passing of Merle Harris Byrd of Fieldale, Virginia occurred on October 16, 2026. Merle, born on August 1, 1929, is remembered by those who knew her. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Merle Harris Byrd to pay them a last tribute.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Matt O. Harris and Mattie Ruth Wood Harris; and her siblings, Roxie Bailey, Reba Pruitt, Blaine Harris, Maynard Aubery Harris, William Ray Harris and John Wayne Harris.
She is survived by: her children, Lisa B. Catron (Ricky) and Richard W. Byrd (Ann); her grandsons, Tyler Blake Marshall (Alexis) and Brian Michael Byrd; her stepgranddaughter Lisa C. Wooten; and her great grandchild Emberly Marshall.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, October 21st 2026 from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM at the Collins Funeral Home (30 Riverside Dr, Bassett, VA 24055). A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, October 21st 2026 at 1:00 PM at the same location. A burial will be held on Wednesday, October 21st 2026 at 2:00 PM at the Roselawn Burial Park.
