Whitesell-Somers Family Web Project - Person Sheet
Whitesell-Somers Family Web Project - Person Sheet
BurialBush Arbor Primitive Baptist Church, North Carolina Hwy 62, 101 Cherry Grove Rd, Jericho, Caswell County, North Carolina [38416], [38417]
FatherWilliam Felix MASSEY (1901-1984)
MotherLillian Florence WALKER (1908-1985)
Spouses
MarriageNov 13, 1954, Caswell County, North Carolina [38418]
Obituary Online notes for Edith Valeree MASSEY
8/12/2018
E. Valeree Massey Byrd
E. Valeree Massey Byrd, age 84 of Burlington, NC, passed away peacefully on August 10, 2018 at her home in Burlington, NC.
A member of the Christian faith and a native of Burlington, Valeree is survived by her husband, Glenn Byrd, and preceded in death by her parents, William “Fee” Massey and Lillian “Lelia” Walker Massey.
Other survivors include her children and their spouses, Diane Hopkins and husband Gary, Gerald Byrd and wife Tracy of Morrisville, NC, Glea Haithcock and husband Stanley, Ronnie Byrd and wife Janet, Veronica Troxler and husband Jeff. Grandchildren: Kevin Hopkins and wife Samantha, Stephen Hopkins, Miller Byrd and wife Elizabeth, Leanne Byrd, Leah Covington and husband Jordan, Abby Haithcock, Luke Haithcock, Jacob Haithcock, Blair Byrd, Zachary Byrd, Megan Byrd, Brooke Troxler, Grant Troxler and Valerie Troxler. Step-Grandchild: Brandi Hopkins Qualls and husband Baron. Great-Grandchildren: Penelope Hopkins, Jackson Covington and Sadie Covington. Step-Great-Grandchildren:
Jaden Qualls and Reagan Qualls.
Valeree is also preceded in death by her brothers: Wilbur Massey (infant), H. Vernon Massey and Daniel Massey.
Valeree graduated from Pleasant Grove High School in 1952 and earned an associate degree from Elon College in 1953. She married Glenn, the one and only love of her life, on November 13, 1954. Glenn and Valeree were blessed with over 63 years of marriage.
In addition to being a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and homemaker, Valeree was coowner of Alamance Carpet Mart, Inc. and worked alongside her husband in this family business for approximately thirty years. After retiring from the family business, she often served as a daily caregiver to several of her grandchildren.
Valeree’s special personality and unique sense of humor will be greatly missed. She cared and cooked for her family, providing a home her children and grandchildren always enjoyed. Her love and warmth will forever remain in the hearts of those who loved her.
Funeral services will be held at Lakeview Community Church on Monday, August 13, at 3 p.m. with the Rev. Gerald Sanders and Elder Zachary Byrd officiating. A graveside service will be held afterwards at Bush Arbor Primitive Baptist Church.
The family will receive friends from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Rich and Thompson Funeral Service in Burlington on Sunday, and at other times at their current residence.
The family would like to sincerely thank the numerous doctors, nurses, and caregivers who provided care to Valeree during her times of need.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Hospice and Palliative Care Center of Alamance-Caswell, 914 Chapel Hill Road, Burlington, NC or the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF).
Condolences may be offered at www.richandthompson.com. [38416]
E. Valeree Massey Byrd
E. Valeree Massey Byrd, age 84 of Burlington, NC, passed away peacefully on August 10, 2018 at her home in Burlington, NC.
A member of the Christian faith and a native of Burlington, Valeree is survived by her husband, Glenn Byrd, and preceded in death by her parents, William “Fee” Massey and Lillian “Lelia” Walker Massey.
Other survivors include her children and their spouses, Diane Hopkins and husband Gary, Gerald Byrd and wife Tracy of Morrisville, NC, Glea Haithcock and husband Stanley, Ronnie Byrd and wife Janet, Veronica Troxler and husband Jeff. Grandchildren: Kevin Hopkins and wife Samantha, Stephen Hopkins, Miller Byrd and wife Elizabeth, Leanne Byrd, Leah Covington and husband Jordan, Abby Haithcock, Luke Haithcock, Jacob Haithcock, Blair Byrd, Zachary Byrd, Megan Byrd, Brooke Troxler, Grant Troxler and Valerie Troxler. Step-Grandchild: Brandi Hopkins Qualls and husband Baron. Great-Grandchildren: Penelope Hopkins, Jackson Covington and Sadie Covington. Step-Great-Grandchildren:
Jaden Qualls and Reagan Qualls.
Valeree is also preceded in death by her brothers: Wilbur Massey (infant), H. Vernon Massey and Daniel Massey.
Valeree graduated from Pleasant Grove High School in 1952 and earned an associate degree from Elon College in 1953. She married Glenn, the one and only love of her life, on November 13, 1954. Glenn and Valeree were blessed with over 63 years of marriage.
In addition to being a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and homemaker, Valeree was coowner of Alamance Carpet Mart, Inc. and worked alongside her husband in this family business for approximately thirty years. After retiring from the family business, she often served as a daily caregiver to several of her grandchildren.
Valeree’s special personality and unique sense of humor will be greatly missed. She cared and cooked for her family, providing a home her children and grandchildren always enjoyed. Her love and warmth will forever remain in the hearts of those who loved her.
Funeral services will be held at Lakeview Community Church on Monday, August 13, at 3 p.m. with the Rev. Gerald Sanders and Elder Zachary Byrd officiating. A graveside service will be held afterwards at Bush Arbor Primitive Baptist Church.
The family will receive friends from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Rich and Thompson Funeral Service in Burlington on Sunday, and at other times at their current residence.
The family would like to sincerely thank the numerous doctors, nurses, and caregivers who provided care to Valeree during her times of need.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Hospice and Palliative Care Center of Alamance-Caswell, 914 Chapel Hill Road, Burlington, NC or the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF).
Condolences may be offered at www.richandthompson.com. [38416]
Obituary Online notes for Glenn Elton (Spouse 1)
8/9/2024
Glenn Elton Byrd
December 15, 1932 ~ August 7, 2024 (age 91)
Glenn Elton Byrd, age 91, passed away August 7, 2024 at Duke University Hospital after several years of declining health. A member of the Primitive Baptist faith and a native of Caswell County, Glenn is preceded in death by his wife of 63 years, E. Valeree Massey Byrd, and his parents, Anchor Clarence Byrd and Fannie Mae Fitch Byrd.
Survivors include Glenn and Valeree’s children and their spouses: Diane and Gary Hopkins, Gerald and Tracy Byrd, Glea and Stanley Haithcock, Ronnie and Janet Byrd, Veronica and Jeff Troxler. Grandchildren and spouses: Kevin and Samantha Hopkins, Stephen Hopkins, Miller and Elizabeth Byrd, Leanne Byrd, Leah Haithcock Covington and Jordan Covington, Abby Haithcock Phelps and Ben Phelps, Luke and Mary Chayse Haithcock, Jacob Haithcock, Blair Byrd Wright and Taylor Wright, Zachary and Hannah Byrd, Megan Byrd Camons and Brendon Camons, Brooke Troxler, Grant Troxler, and Valerie Troxler. Step-Grandchild and spouse: Brandi Hopkins Qualls and Baron Qualls. Great-Grandchildren: Penelope Hopkins, Corbin Hopkins, Melanie Byrd, Jackson Covington, Sadie Covington, Caroline Covington, Noah Covington, Jonah Covington, Collins Haithcock, and Wells Haithcock. Step-Great-Grandchildren: Jaden Qualls and Reagan Qualls.
Glenn is also survived by his wife of four years, Helen Byrd.
Glenn was one of five children. Surviving are his brother and sister-in-law, Larry and Carolyn Byrd, and his sister, Rebecca Caison. Glenn is preceded in death by his brothers and their spouses, Richard and Lena Byrd and Ralph and Geneva Byrd.
Glenn graduated from NC State University in 1954 with a B.S. degree in Agricultural Education. He thoroughly enjoyed his time at NCSU, where he was a member of the Alpha Gamma Rho fraternity and the president of the Collegiate 4-H Club. He was an avid Wolfpack fan for life. He proudly served as a First Lieutenant in the United States Army. After the Army, Glenn was employed by the United States Department of Agriculture for approximately a decade. Then, for over 40 years, Glenn and Valeree operated their family business, Alamance Carpet Mart. Glenn always had a friendly smile and a need for conversation. Glenn never forgot a farmer or a carpet customer. He loved his Caswell County roots and served in the Southern Caswell Ruritan Club for many years.
Glenn was a gentle man who absolutely adored his grandchildren, involving himself in many of their academic and extracurricular activities. He was always more than ready to attend a sporting event, especially baseball, serving as a little league coach for many years for his son’s and grandson’s teams. The love and support he showed to so many throughout his lifetime will not be forgotten anytime soon. He will be greatly missed.
Glenn fought Parkinson’s disease with grace for many years. The family would like to thank the caregivers from Life at Home Senior Care and Twin Lakes Community. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to The Michael J. Fox Foundation or the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation.
Funeral services will be held at Bush Arbor Primitive Baptist Church on Tuesday, August 13, at 3:00 p.m. with Elder Zachary Byrd officiating. The family will receive friends on Monday from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Rich and Thompson Funeral Service in Burlington. [38419]
Glenn Elton Byrd
December 15, 1932 ~ August 7, 2024 (age 91)
Glenn Elton Byrd, age 91, passed away August 7, 2024 at Duke University Hospital after several years of declining health. A member of the Primitive Baptist faith and a native of Caswell County, Glenn is preceded in death by his wife of 63 years, E. Valeree Massey Byrd, and his parents, Anchor Clarence Byrd and Fannie Mae Fitch Byrd.
Survivors include Glenn and Valeree’s children and their spouses: Diane and Gary Hopkins, Gerald and Tracy Byrd, Glea and Stanley Haithcock, Ronnie and Janet Byrd, Veronica and Jeff Troxler. Grandchildren and spouses: Kevin and Samantha Hopkins, Stephen Hopkins, Miller and Elizabeth Byrd, Leanne Byrd, Leah Haithcock Covington and Jordan Covington, Abby Haithcock Phelps and Ben Phelps, Luke and Mary Chayse Haithcock, Jacob Haithcock, Blair Byrd Wright and Taylor Wright, Zachary and Hannah Byrd, Megan Byrd Camons and Brendon Camons, Brooke Troxler, Grant Troxler, and Valerie Troxler. Step-Grandchild and spouse: Brandi Hopkins Qualls and Baron Qualls. Great-Grandchildren: Penelope Hopkins, Corbin Hopkins, Melanie Byrd, Jackson Covington, Sadie Covington, Caroline Covington, Noah Covington, Jonah Covington, Collins Haithcock, and Wells Haithcock. Step-Great-Grandchildren: Jaden Qualls and Reagan Qualls.
Glenn is also survived by his wife of four years, Helen Byrd.
Glenn was one of five children. Surviving are his brother and sister-in-law, Larry and Carolyn Byrd, and his sister, Rebecca Caison. Glenn is preceded in death by his brothers and their spouses, Richard and Lena Byrd and Ralph and Geneva Byrd.
Glenn graduated from NC State University in 1954 with a B.S. degree in Agricultural Education. He thoroughly enjoyed his time at NCSU, where he was a member of the Alpha Gamma Rho fraternity and the president of the Collegiate 4-H Club. He was an avid Wolfpack fan for life. He proudly served as a First Lieutenant in the United States Army. After the Army, Glenn was employed by the United States Department of Agriculture for approximately a decade. Then, for over 40 years, Glenn and Valeree operated their family business, Alamance Carpet Mart. Glenn always had a friendly smile and a need for conversation. Glenn never forgot a farmer or a carpet customer. He loved his Caswell County roots and served in the Southern Caswell Ruritan Club for many years.
Glenn was a gentle man who absolutely adored his grandchildren, involving himself in many of their academic and extracurricular activities. He was always more than ready to attend a sporting event, especially baseball, serving as a little league coach for many years for his son’s and grandson’s teams. The love and support he showed to so many throughout his lifetime will not be forgotten anytime soon. He will be greatly missed.
Glenn fought Parkinson’s disease with grace for many years. The family would like to thank the caregivers from Life at Home Senior Care and Twin Lakes Community. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to The Michael J. Fox Foundation or the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation.
Funeral services will be held at Bush Arbor Primitive Baptist Church on Tuesday, August 13, at 3:00 p.m. with Elder Zachary Byrd officiating. The family will receive friends on Monday from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Rich and Thompson Funeral Service in Burlington. [38419]