James T. Byrge

Jay Byrge took his first breath in Heaven on December 15, 2021. He loved the Lord and was ready to go home. He was a loving husband, father, papaw, brother and friend. He was a proud veteran of the Air Force. His favorite things were his family, hunting, the outdoors and a good western. There to welcome him home were his parents, Everett and Ruby and 7 of his siblings who he missed dearly. Thomas, Glenn, Maria, Charles, Ernest, Susie and Clara. Jay was a steady rock for the family he left behind. Many wonderful memories will comfort his wife of 48 years, Sharon, son JT (Annette), daughters Apryl, Shannon (Gary), Camille (Jim), his baby sister Sherry (Ben) and sister-in-law Alice. He was an amazing Papaw to his grandchildren Hank, Mariah (Michael), Andrew, Lexy (Cody), Cody, Prestyn, Jack, Josh, Ciara (Dominic) Luke and Frank. Great grandchildren Addalyn, Eli, Norris, Jax, Eleanore, Hazel and Memphis. Many nieces and nephews who loved their uncle Jay. He had 2 special friends who were like brothers, Jerry and Eddie who will miss him dearly. Family and friends will gather at Greenwood Cemetery on Saturday, December 18, 2021 at 12:45 pm for a 1:00 pm graveside. In lieu of flowers please send donations to Tri-County Honor Guard PO Box 362 Maynardville, TN 37807. www.mynattfh.com.