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MICHAEL DENNIS BYARD

Date of Passing: Mar 13, 2018

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MICHAEL DENNIS BYARD After a lengthy illness, Michael Dennis Byard, 49, from Winnipeg, Manitoba, went to be with the Lord on March 13, 2018. He was predeceased by his parents, Joan Byard Hoyte (2003) and Freeman Byard (2006). He is survived by his daughter, Chastina Byard-Winston; longtime friend Robin Winston; brother and sisters: James (Allan) Byard (Barb) (Langley, BC); Carolyn Koroma (Winnipeg); Marlene Byard (Germantown, MD); Valarie Moore (Virginia Beach, VA); his aunt, Mrs. Shirley Richards (Winnipeg); stepfather Leroy Hoyte (Winnipeg); and several nieces, nephews, and cousins. Michael was active in sports as a young man and loved to play soccer and baseball. He particularly enjoyed his time playing for the Elmwood Giants baseball team. He was an avid fan of the Montreal Canadiens hockey team and the Pittsburgh Steelers; and enjoyed watching various sports on TV. For the past 10 years, he was lovingly cared for at the Transitional Living Centre (TLC) in Winnipeg. The family wishes to thank Mr. Markos Tegegn, Mr. Cavin Borody, and all the wonderful staff at TLC for all of their kindness extended to Michael. Donations in Michael's name may be made to TLC, 373 River Ave., Winnipeg, Manitoba R3L 0B5. A private memorial service will be held at a later date.

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Mar 17, 2018

Condolences & Memories (7 entries)

  • Rest in Peace my dearest brother. - Posted by: James Allan Byard (Brother) on: Dec 16, 2023

  • Thanks everyone for your condolences. We had a beautiful Celebration of Life service on April 4, 2018. I will miss my little brother so much. I do have very happy memories of him. He will never be forgotten. He is with me here in Maryland. As Michael liked to say, "I know everything!" I will consult with him often. - Posted by: Marlene Byard (Sister) on: Apr 08, 2018

  • Michael and I were twin cousins; only born three hours apart. I do recall the many weekends we spent hanging in East Kildonan playing outdoors and eating cereal late at night . I do recall one particular evening several of us were being mischievous kids in another part of the city. Michael, I am sure, you and your mother are smiling down remembering that evening and what your mother asked us to do. You were taken far too soon. I’m sorry I cannot be there with the family. I am sending healing prayers and comforting hugs for all of you. ~lynn - Posted by: Lynn Richards McDonald (Cousin) on: Mar 29, 2018

  • I will miss you very much Michael, you were like a brother to me. My fondest memories were of us playing swing ball, and you beating me at that game often! What's special is that you, my sister and I are "triplets" (same age for about 13 days!). Luv ya cuz! - Posted by: Bridget Richards (1st Cousin) on: Mar 23, 2018

  • To the Byard Family, Today a part of you hearts are broken as a family. and you feel lost and asking why, God has taken him home early so he will be waiting for you. We are sorry for your lost! God Bless you all. - Posted by: Hill Family (Family Friends) on: Mar 20, 2018

  • God bless and Godspeed! - Posted by: Jon Astrope (Friend of Nephew Jamil ) on: Mar 18, 2018

  • Please accept my condolences for Michael. I didn’t know Michael well but I heard a lot positive things about him. I did meet up with during my short visit to Winnipeg in 1992. I knew he was a great baseball player taking after our late Uncle Cecil. RIP Cuz! - Posted by: Rick Jackson (1st Cousin ) on: Mar 18, 2018

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