A Celebration of the Life and Spirit of Alice Agnes Chatmon Byrd, Sunrise: July 6, 1921 - Sunset: June 15, 2014, Friday, June 20, 2014, 11:00 A.M., Pilgrim Baptist Church, 498 English Avenue, North West, Atlanta, Georgia 30318, Officiating Minister, The Reverend Erie George Vickers

tn Bing William H. Byrd .larnal K. Byrd Stanley Chatmon Hayward Parrish Williarll Saddler Gregory Williams
.laide n Byrd Cahricl Williams Gregory Williams, II Members of Pilgrim Baptist Clrurdr
Deaeo n Board
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Pe rne lla Bing t\yanna Byrd Sandra Byrd P.:un Chalrnon Duphane Mauhews Katrina Ne whey Ciera 1\op<~r Noni Willianrs
Members of Pilgrim Baptist Churdr Pi lgri 111 Missio11 Min istry
Pitman Park lli gh :-ltepper's Club Pitman Park Photography and Ceram ie Class
Rose l F'atrn Sexy Senior Aquatic Class

A Celebration of The Life a!ld ~pirit of
ALice Agner:J Chatmon Byrd

July 6, 1921

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11:00 A.M.
PiLgrim BaptiJt Church
498 English Avenue, North West Atlanta, Georgia 303] 8
Officiating Mini.1ter
Th e H~ve rend Eri c Ceorge Vickers

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June 15, 2014

Whor1e heartr1 were kind and true; For the. heaven that dmi!ed ahove m
Anr) awaited my .1pirit, too; llt.l'er) to hof{) commant(m ~Pith a!! that wat~ divine; AndfeLt there wad a wu'on
Between Goo'.:! heart an.o mine.
l IL'I'erJfor thoc~e who loved me, }(1!' tt1tMe wl70 knew me true, For the heaven that dnu:/e() ahm'e me, Anof~Jr the good that l con!() doD

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PltAY I: I{ OF COMFORT
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Re11erend Ge01:qe Booka, Pilgrim Baptt:lt Churcb
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frequently shared that during World War II, she read an ad from the U.S. Navy for "Negro" ladies to join the U.S. Navy. She responded and "sowed" another "seed" to become one of the first of twenty-one Black women to integrate the WAYES in the U.S. Navy. Alice's navy experience and biographical infonnation is listed in the Librruy of Congress in the Veteran's History Project Narrative Video.
Upon leaving the militmy, Alice and her husband returned to Atlanta. She attended Blayton Business College and graduated with a concentration in Accounting.
Alice became a homemaker and dedicated her full attention to husband, Henry, and children, Pernella and William, and harvested seeds of integrity, love and patience into their hearts and minds. When her children grew older, Alice became a member of the Atlanta Police Department.
In 1962, Alice and her family moved to Augusta Georgia and became active members of the community. In 1968, she and her family embarked on anotherjowney and moved to Albany Georgia to explore new territory. In 1975, Alice and Henry returned to Atlanta and began her career at the Atlanta Bweau of ColTections. Under Christian Experience, she became a faithful member of Pilgrim Bap6st Church on January 10, 1972. As a member of the Mission Ministry and Adult Sunday School, she once again sprinkled her seeds of faith and love. Sewing, decorating and organizing for events, Alice applied her talents in the ministry by creating extraordinmy programs and events. On her 90th birthday, Pilgrim Baptist Church honored Alice as a valued member for her outstanding contributions.
Whether Alice designed "Diva" hats with spm-klingjewels and crystals, sensationally styled suits or li ving room drapes, and, yes, even her daughter's wedding gown, Friends and family still marvel at Alice's carefully crafted creations with her loving hea1t and gifted hands. Corrunitted to her community, Alice was actively involved in numerous activities : Treasurer of the Pittman Park High Steppers Golden Age Club, The Rosel Fann Sexy Senior Aquatic Class, Pittman Park Ceramic and Photography Class, and a conttibutor to the Pittsburgh: A Sense of Community- Phase III book. Yes, with faith and Clnist, Alice did it ALL!
ALice Agnes Chatman Byrd, with silver-gray hair that glistened like threads of a well-worn woven silk halo, was affectionately known as "MaMa," "Grandma," "Grandma Alice," "Aunt Alice," or "Mother Byrd." A "Sewer" in life and a "Sower of Sincere Faith," she planted seeds of fearless faith that res ulted in a rich, rewarding long life.
A Time to Rq'oice - Alice leaves to cherish her loving, marvelous memories, her loving children, Pernella Bing and William Byrd; brother, Julian Chatmon, daughter in law, Sandra Adams-Byrd; five grandchildren, Noni Williams {Gregory), Miquelita and Akeem Bing, Ayanna and Jamal Byrd (Tamera); three great-grandchildren, Gregory II and Gabriel Williams, and Jaiden Byrd; first cousin, Merle Washington; god-daughter, Regina Johnson; best friend Willie Saddler; extended family, Mary Banks, Willie Mae Hood, Hayward and Anita Pa1rish, and Armenta Foster; a devoted neighbor, Jimmy Franklin; and many, many niece , nephews, cousins, friends, and members of Pilgrim Baptist Church.

1l1e family of Alice Agnes Chatmon Byrd wishes to express their deep and he::wtfelt appreciation for your loving thoughtfulness and concern conveyed tluough your words of comfort, cards, phone calls, visits and especially, your prayers. May God show His gTeatness in your life as He continues to do in ours.
We would like to send a special thank you to tl1e A. G. Rhodes Nursing Home and employees for their loving support. Also, thank you to the doctors and nurses at Atlanta Medical Center, Grady Memorial HospitaL and Vistas. To Reverend Eric George Vickers, Reverend Damion Hutchinson and the PilgTim Church Family, your loyal support and prayers are highly valued and gTeatly appreciated. Lastly, we thank the staff of Baker's Tie Florist, Darryl Allen's PLUS and Haugabrooks Funeral Home, Inc. for their kindness, professionalism, and attentive services to om family.

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The Byrd Family Alice Agne.:J Chatmon Byrd

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A Time to B e Born - Alice Agnes Chatmon Byrd was born in Early Branch, South Carolina on July 6, 1921 to the late Doc and Helen Brown Chatmon.
A Tune to Die - On June 15, 2014, God separated Alice's soul from her
beautiful body so that she may rest from her labor here on earth.

A Time to L ove - Alice met her loving and devoted husband, Hem-y .James Byrd, (who preceded her in death) in San Diego, California while serving in the United States Navy. They were joined in holy matrimony on December 15, 1945. To this loving union two precious children were born, Pernella and William.

A Tim e to Plant -Alice was known as a kind, loving and fashionable lady who had a smile that would light up the room. Her kindne~s, charisma and style

flourished in every aspect of her life. Loyal and faithful to her family, church,

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friends and conununity, she sowed seeds of power and passion that blossomed

and touched many. Alice lived by her beloved quotes and scriptures: "Wd-.b

faith and God, you can overcome any ob.Jtacle," aWt'th Go0 a!! thin.q.1 are po.Mtb!e, "

"Fear Not Tbmorrouj God !.1 Afrea{)y There!" "Tru.Jt in the [.oro wd-b a!! thtize

he"ut; And lean 1wt unto thuze own under,1fmzding. In a!L tl.ry way.1 ack1ww!eJ.r;e

Him, AnJHe dhaiL direct yourpathd. 11 (PrMerb,t 3:5-6)

Accepting Christ as her personal Savior at an early age, Alice attended church in the Pittsburgh Community at Fortress Avenue Baptist Church. In her youth, each sununer, she cultivated her faith and knowledge of God at Vacation Bible school. Alice attended Crogman Elementary from the First to the Sixth Grade, Booker T. Washington from the Seventh Grade to the Twelfth Grade and graduated in 1940. Later, during the summers and evenings, Alice attended Crogman's evening classes where she learned about life, how to be a young lady and a homemaker, and furthered her knowledge of God by studying the bible daily. A "Sower of Seeds," interestingly enough, sewing became her life's passion. Continually planting her seeds of beauty and faith, Alice was crowned Miss Crogman in 1938 because of her unique beauty and spirit.

Mter High School, Alice studied accounting for two years at Clark College. At the end of her second year in college, Alice completed a course in sheet metal and welding that was offered on the campus of Clark College. While in this program, she also learned how to construct parachutes for the military. Alice