Melvin Lynn Byrd born February 9, 1943 passed peacefully on March 1, 2022. He is survived by four sisters, 2 brothers, his wife Barbara Byrd of Port Orchard, his children: Sammie Russell, Rebecca Byrd, Jonathan Byrd, Deiva Rountree, Melia McNatt, 13 grandchildren, and 6 great grandchildren. For full memorial please refer to www.rill.com.