Virgil F. Byerly

September 15, 1936 - September 14, 2021

Virgil F. Byerly, 84, of Grand Island passed away on Tuesday, September 14, 2021, one day short of his birthday. Funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at St. Pauls Lutheran Church. Visitation is at the church from 5-7 p.m. Friday. All Faiths Funeral Home is entrusted with arrangements. Virgil was born September 15, 1936, in rural Greeley County, the son of William F. and Fairy (Dwinell) Byerly. He grew up in Greeley County, attending District 28 School and graduated from Scotia Consolidated High School. He then attended Southeast Community College – Milford Campus. On July 9, 1961, Virgil was united in marriage to Marlene Mae Kay. The couple made their home in in the Grand Island Area. Virgil was employed as a diesel technician with Nebraska Tractor and Equipment Company. He began farming in 1968. He was a member of St. Pauls Lutheran Church, the Platt Duetsche, and the 1-R School Board. He loved that he was in a couple’s card party with friends for over 50 years. Virgil enjoyed telling stories and jokes. He like to read and never quit learning. He especially liked helping his neighbors. Morning coffee with friends was a favorite with him. Those who will cherish his memory include his children, Duane Byerly, Rhonda Byerly, Kevin (Bobbi) Byerly and Brenda (Dave) Harvey; and eight grandchildren, Melissa, Derek, Jacob, Garrett, Blake, Katherine, Madison and Brianna. He is also survived by a brother, Darrel (Betty) Byerly; a sister, Phyllis Vanosdall; and sisters-in-law, Janet Byerly and Frances Johnson. He was preceded in death by his wife, Marlene; his parents; infant sister, Myrna Louise; brothers, Kenneth (Nancy) Byerly and Merlin Byerly; and brothers-in-law, Larry Johnson and Lloyd Vanosdall. Memorials are suggested to St. Pauls Lutheran Church. Online remembrances may be left at www.giallfaiths.com.