Obituary For Private First Class Derrick Kwan Byas

Private First-Class Derrick Kwas Byas passed away on Monday, July 8, 2024, in Mecklenburg County. The family is receiving friends at 2521 Hwy 9 East, Dillon, SC 29536.

Public viewing for Private First-Class Byas will be Monday, July 15, 2024, from 1:00 PM-5:00 PM at Bartell Funeral Home, Samuel Bartell Chapel located at 2511 Highway 9 East, Dillon, SC 29536.

Funeral Service for Private First-Class Byas will be Tuesday, July 16, 2024, at Manning Baptist Church at 11:00AM, located at 308 East Calhoun Street, Dillon, SC 29536.

Burial will follow in the Florence National Cemetery in Florence, SC.

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You will truly be missed!

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You will truly be missed!

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My world is broken 💔 you are truly missed ♥️until we meet again 🕊️I love you 😘

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Derrick, may your soul rest in everlasting peace. I will miss your big smile, goofy laugh & generosity without at limit. As I read through our messages from 2009 until you passed my heart is at ease because you knew how much I wanted the best for you & appreciated it. On the behalf of everyone who's day you ever made just being you, thank you & finally rest in peace. Erika Traquel 🤍

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I met Private First Class Derrick just ONE TIME, and yet, he has left an indelible imprint on my heart. He became a friend to my daughter, Taylor and boyfriend, Simon when they moved to Charlotte. He embraced them as family! When I visited Charlotte this past May for Mother's Day and my birthday, he made it a point to come and meet me. His smile was infectious and he immediately blended into our family, promising a future visit to Seattle. We are devastated by his tragic passing and our fractured hearts go out to the broken hearts of his family and loved ones. We're praying in earnest that the God of all comfort will be a Comforter to those without comfort. To Private First Class Derrick, we love and appreciate you, Sir. Thank you for your service! Now, Rest. - Fa'izah and Corey Bradford

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I'm gonna miss you Little Brother... Continue to be the life of the party in heaven.... I love you 😘

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May GOD gift you with a pair of the whitest brightest wings , may those wings make you fly high as you can possibly fly , and may those wings be powerful enough for you to continue to watch over your love one until you meet them again , In JESUS name Amen, With Love, Nedra , Courtney & Ashley

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Rozay, I'm so sorry this happened to you....rest in paradise

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Derrick this has been so hard to process. I just spoke with you on the 4th and I was so happy to see your smiling face. I hate that it was for the last time but I would like to thank you for always being so genuine to me and my friends every time we saw you. We had such a good time with you Bro. I will never forget you and may your family receive my deepest condolences during this hurtful time. I love you and will see you again someday. Rest well Rozay!!

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Man this hurt hard, lil bro you will be truly missed the kid with the big smile and charm to light up any room. You made sure everyone was ok and never left anybody outa true friend and brother. Love you. Stretch. #goravens #bmoreforlife

- S Grant

This young guy love to have fun. Respectful and respectable. Always had good intentions for the ones around him. Rest easy City.-Self

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Derrick, this has been so hard to process. Thank you for always being so genuine and such a big brother to Si & I. We will always cherish all the amazing memories we had together, I thank God for bringing us into each other life's and so blessed I was able to be your friend. I love and miss you so much! - Tay

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I remember our first time meeting and you found out I was a math teacher. Ever since then we've been solving math problems together. You were there in one of my lowest moments to offer a hug and wisdom. Gratitude our souls got to cross one another. I will miss you very much Derrick 🥹😭

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From your Delaware family.... We will truly miss you❤️ Get your rest 🕊️

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My prayers to your family during this difficult time. Derrick you were definitely one of one. I will miss you and your smile that would light up a room. You were a great friend and you meant a lot to me. I will miss the random calls and text exchanges of us just checking up on each other. Get your rest my friend. You will forever be in my heart.- Alison H. (Delaware)

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You'll be truly missed. A true stand up guy. That smile.... An amazing young man that turned into family. We love you. Now get your rest.

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Sorry for your loss again . Sorry I could not make it, but I'll keep y'all in prayer. From Shannon family

- Shannon White

Dee I'm goin to miss u man ! 😢 full off life and fun I will cherish our paramount memories -Banks

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Derrick! You were the most cheerful, kind and generous person. I hate you had to go so soon. Rest peacefully my friend! 💙

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The best of friends understand that they were loved for who they were in life and that they will be remembered for their heart in death. Love and sympathies, DHS Class of 2006

- Erin Rowell Oxendine

May the Lord of comfort and peace grant both to you at this difficult time in your life. May the memories of Derrick and the love of family and friends sustain you today and the days ahead. I shall remember your family in prayer. Magnolia T. Williams

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Lil Derrick, you will truly be missed. A very respectful and amazing young man. Your humor, generosity and would give your last to make everyone happy.Sleep peacfully!!! Dawn Williams and Family

- Dawn Williams

Biggest smile in the room! It was a pleasure meeting you my guy! Prayers and condolences to the family! You will be missed brother! - TK

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Derrick's smile lit up the room. His heart, so huge that if he could, he would wrap all his loved ones in it. So kind-hearted and loving. He was hilarious! There was no way anyone could have a bad day around him because he would always have the perfect words to say in order to lift you up. He was so loyal. I admired his relationship with his friends. Last year, Derrick, Jasmine, Tahirah and I spent maybe 1 hour and half total altogether for the first time in years. I will cherish those moments forever. We went out but he didn't. He came and sat outside to be our bodyguard within one phone call from his bestie-Jazz. lol. He was not playing. That just goes to show that he didn't play about the people he loved. Forever in our hearts. We love you 50!!❤️

- Jamie Manning

Man ole man how I'll miss your sweet soul a brother me and Ashley never had who would have knew "fayette st" child hood friends would turn into siblings thanks for being a great uncle to wynter & sky Love Courtney,Ashley,nedra

- Courtney

😢💙😢City!

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Send my condolences to the family may God keep y'all covered.

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My condolences to the Byas Family. Derrick was an amazing young man and friend.

- Jamila Allen

Derrick, it's safe to say that we both impacted each other's life in a positive way. You will be missed ❤️!

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I'd like to send my deepest condolences to my aunt Michelle and cousin Dwan. Cousin Derrick, I can't even fathom the words. My heart hurts terribly 😔.

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I was introduced to Derrick through my son Gerrard. His smile was the first thing I noticed. Such charm and personality. He would call to check on me. I lost my daughter a year ago, he called. Outta the blue he would call. Just to say hey checking in. My deepest condolences from Mother to Mother. Derrick you will truly missed in realm. See you over the horizon.

- LISA COLES

I am sending my deepest condolences to the family and knowing Derrick was a genuine sweet soul that will truly be missed. I'm sending comfort and love at this difficult time. Keeping you all in my prayers. ~With love Tiffany Graham aka Tip

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I would like to express my sincerest condolences to Michelle Cooper and the family and friends of Derrick. May "the God of all comfort grant the family peace and comfort" during this time of distress. -- 2 Corinthians 1:3, 4. I can only imagine your pain, Michelle. We love you.-- Latrae Campbell Woodberry

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I would like to give Derrick's family my deepest and sincerest condolences at this time. 200 characters just wasn't enough for the gift card message. I'm going to miss Derrick's beautiful smile and bubbly personality. He could truly light up any room! He had such a sweet, genuine, and giving soul. I know he's resting peacefully in the arms of the Lord. He will always hold a special place in my heart and he will certainly be missed. -Marlayna

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I wish so badly that I could tell Derrick how much I appreciate the time I got to spend with him. Derrick, rest heavenly in peace and I'm praying for your family for the days ahead. -Marlayna Arias

- Marlayna Arias

Sending prayers and sincerest condolences to Derrick's family and friends. Derrick's "larger than life" personality and smile brightened more days than I can count. I already miss you my friend! I'm not ready to say goodbye so for now it will be so long until we meet again. Love- Tori

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Derrick!! I am going to miss you so much, you taught me so much about life as did I for you; I will always hold a place in my heart just for you. I hope you know how much of an impact your personality made in any environment and that you were a light that so many may have needed. To Derrick's family - my sincere condolences on such a wonderful brother & son. i am praying for you. Jayla

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Praying for Derrick and his family, Derrick was very special and a joy to be around. We will miss you.

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Praying for your family in this difficult time. Derrick was a wonderful person and a light to those around him. His smile and bubbly personality will truly be missed. I send my deepest condolences.

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Praying for you all during this tragic loss. Derrick was a great classmate and I wanted to send my deepest sympathy. -Summer Yates C/O 2006 DHS

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As a former classmate of Derrick, I would like to send my deepest sympathy to his family. Praying for you doing this time.

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Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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