Joyce M. Byrd, 63, of Lizella, passed away peacefully on Friday, March 7, 2025. The family will have a time of visitation on Monday, March 10, from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at FairHaven Funeral Home. A graveside service to honor Joyce's life will be held on Tuesday, March 11, at 11:00 AM, at Union Methodist Church Cemetery, 141 Union Methodist Church Rd., Butler, Georgia 31006.
Joyce was born and raised in middle Georgia where she attended Brookhaven Full Gospel Church. She was a hard worker that was known for the love she shared with family and friends. Joyce will be remembered for her strength and her contagious smile.
Joyce was preceded in death by her life partner of 35 years, Donna Pierce; parents, Earl D. Byrd and Frances Lord Byrd; siblings, Brenda Gail Byrd, Chester W. Byrd, and Earl W. Byrd.
Joyce is survived by her siblings, Barbara Roush (James), Ricky Byrd (Amanda), Greta B. Peed, Aaron Byrd (Linda), Royce Byrd, and Ellen Byrd (Danny); best friend, Roberta Farina; sister-in-law, Diane Byrd; and many many more whose lives she touched.
Friends may sign the online registry at www.fairhavenmacon.com.
FairHaven Funeral Home and Cremation Services has the honor of being entrusted with arrangements.