Harry F. Byrd, Sr.

Harry F. Byrd, Sr., 80, of Emporia, passed away Monday, February 15, 2016. He is survived by his wife, Martha P. Byrd; son, Harry F. Byrd, Jr. and wife, Tane; grandson, William “Will” Watson Byrd and a number of nieces and nephews. Mr. Byrd was preceded in death by two brothers and three sisters. The family will receive friends 6-8 p.m. Thursday, Feb 18 at Owen Funeral Home, 303 S. Halifax Rd, Jarratt, Virginia where the funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Friday, February 19. Entombment will follow at Greensville Memorial Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may to Faith Baptist Church, 951 W. Atlantic St., Emporia, Virginia 23847.