Steve Byerly, 77, of Orange, passed away on April 9, 2020, at home.
Born in Beaumont, Texas on September 12, 1942, he was the son of Jessie Valentine Byerly and Ladema Grace (Mayer) Byerly. Steve proudly served his country in the United States Army for 3 years and in the reserves for an additional 3 years. He went on to become a machinist and worked for Dupont for 37 years and was on the forefront of computerized lathes. Steve loved to work with his hands and was an excellent furniture builder. He enjoyed listening to music and was an avid ham radio operator, his call sign was W5SM. If you needed a card for a special occasion Steve always picked the best ones! Steve loved his family dearly and will be missed by all who knew and loved him.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Jessie and Ladema Byerly; sisters, Thelma Smith, Alice Baker, and Dorothy Rouselle; and brothers, J.V. Byerly, Ernest Byerly, and Bill Byerly.
He is survived by his son, Nathan Byerly and wife Angie; grandchildren, GinnyAnn Henry and husband Baylor and Garrison Byerly all of Orange.
Condolences
Bruce
May 24, 2020
I met Steve years ago on echolink, We spoke for some years. Regarding family & interests My wife & I are sorry to here of his passing We will miss his stories 73s W5sm Zl1ant Bruce & Barbara Zl1dot
Herb Cady
April 13, 2020
Steve was a dear friend of mine who grew up across the street on Weatherford st we played dominoes with his mom and listened to Wolfman jack we maintained our relationship all thru the years visiting and speaking often i will surely miss him.
Justin N. Baker
April 13, 2020
Justin N. Baker lit a candle in memory of John Steven "Steve" Byerly
Tommy Holtzclaw
April 13, 2020
I will miss my friend, Stevie! We spent many hours machining together at Dupontand also at his wood shop. He could always help with a problem. He was very proud of his family...especially his Grandson!!
Tommy Holtzclaw
David Fults
April 12, 2020
The Hamguys on 3.953 and 3.957mgz will surely miss Steve-O, W5SM. He was a very talented individual that mastered machinist skills as well as his wood working skills. He set up a system to manufacture mobile Ham radio antennas. He had a hard time separating his two main skills because he would use a micrometer instead of a tape measure on his wood projects. He had a heart of gold and was always willing to help people within his health limits. He helped me build my "hamshack" 15 years ago and designed the tables and shelves for the room. On the Radio, he always talked about his two grandchildren and son "NAT". We love you Steve, it was a fun ride! You will be missed! GOD BE WITH YOU STEVE-O ! DAVID M. FULTS ORANGE TX KE5CYP
Orange Amateur Radio Club
April 12, 2020
Orange Amateur Radio Club purchased the Sacred Duty Spray for the family of John Steven "Steve" Byerly.
Lois Trotti
April 12, 2020
Steve and I rode the same school bus , many years ago. I always liked his home and the landscape around it. He was a good guy to ride the bus with. Sorry he is no longer with his family and friends. I now he will be missed.
Eugene K. Vanscoy
April 12, 2020
Knew Steve through Amateur Radio when I received my license. I could always count on him for help whenever I needed it to advance my radio hobby. He was a great guy. Thank you,Steve(W5SM) for all your help. RIP. Gene VanScoy/KA5VMF
Jettie Adams Young
April 11, 2020
Steve would come to my parents' house and we would play records and even traded records. We was a good person. :sleepy: