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In memory of those who have Crossed the Bar
BYERS, Murray Edward - 89, of Middleton, NS passed away on Sunday, July 10, 2011 in Mountain Lea Lodge, Bridgetown. Born in Lunenburg, he was a son of the late Willis and Winnifred Byers. Murray was a veteran of the Second World War having served as a Gunner on the Corvettes. He was a member of Royal Canadian Legion, Branch No. 1 Middleton. Murray later retired as a Printer having worked with newspapers in Windsor, Middleton and Bridgetown and was employed with the Middleton Rink, working in both the old and new rink. He also enjoyed hockey and baseball. He is survived by his wife the former Pauline Thornhill, Middleton; daughter, Judy (Earl) Baxter, Oromocto, NB; sons, Richard (Sandra) Byers, Dartmouth; Gary (Karen) Byers, Harbourville; grandchildren, Troy, Kevin, Janice, Scott and nine great grandchildren. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by sister Luciene; twin brother Perry and brother Clyde. Cremation has taken place. A Legion Tribute conducted by Middleton Branch No. 1will be held 7:00PM Thursday, July 14, 2011 in the Middleton Funeral Home, 398 Main St., (902) 825-3448. A reception for family and friends will follow the service at the Middleton Legion. By request, family flowers only. Donations in Murrays memory may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of NS or to the charity of choice. (Middleton Funeral Home)
Brother of Murray Edward Byers reported missing - Article from the Lunenburg Progress Enterprise, Wed., 24 Jan 1945
Reported Missing Mr. and Mrs. Willis Byers were notified a few days ago that their son Flying Officer Clyde Byers was missing after an operation flight over enemy territory. Flying Officer Byers went overseas as a Flight Sergeant after serving as an instructor in Canadian Flying Schools and received his commission shortly after arriving in England. At Christmas he was promoted to the rank of Flying Officer. The missing Pilots two brothers are also serving in the Armed forces. Lieutenant Perry Byers in training in Canada and Seaman Murray Byers in the Canadian Navy. (Research be George Newbury)
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