Jean Elaine (Wall) Byrd

JEAN ELAINE (WALL) BYRD, 89, went to be with the Lord Jan. 13, 2019. She was born in Hoisington, Kan., on Aug. 22, 1929, to Ben and Iola Wall. Jean loved spending time with her family and many friends. She was a member of the Pulaski Heights United Methodist Church and a woman of great faith. With her son, Chris, she had been memorizing the books of the Bible and had memorized up to Amos before she passed away. An avid reader and traveler, Jean had a lifelong interest in politics and education. Mother was a calming force in our family life and brought sharp wit, a soothing voice, and much love. Mom always had her opinion and even though it may not have been the same as the person's asking, she would honestly answer any questions and offer sound advice. Mother will be greatly missed and thought about every day. A sight, a smell, a sound will trigger memories of her for the rest of our lives. Jean was preceded in death by her parents and her husband, Clarence Richard Byrd. She is survived by three children, Richard C. Byrd of Benton, David W. Byrd (Suzanne) of Benton, and Marian L. Byrd Oesterle (Bill) of St. Louis, Mo.; five grandchildren, and five great-grandchildren. A Memorial Service will be held 10 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 22, 2019, at Pulaski Heights United Methodist Church, 4823 Woodlawn Drive, Little Rock. Her cremated remains will rest at Urich Cemetery, Urich, Mo. Her family would like to thank Dr. Charles Smith, Dr. David Rozas, Dr. James Landers, Baptist Health, Brookdale Pleasant Hills Senior Living, Assisted Living Director Chiquita Sigears and staff, Executive Director Tina Bone, and Home Hospice Care and staff. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to Pulaski Heights United Methodists Church. Services under the direction of Roller Chenal Funeral Home. Please share your memories of Jean at www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/chenal.