Dannie G. Byrd

Dannie G. Byrd, 78, of Purdy, passed away on Sunday morning, Aug. 9, 2026, at his home.

He was born on Oct. 17, 1947, in Wheaton, the son of the late Loy and Rosalee (Pennel) Byrd. He was a proud graduate of Exeter High School's Class of 1965 and honorably served his country in the United States Navy. A devoted member of Gunter Methodist Church, he faithfully worshipped alongside his beloved wife, Janice. He had a strong work ethic and spent many years building homes in Ketchikan, Alaska. He worked at Wells Aluminum for many years and fulfilled his entrepreneurial dream by owning and operating the Qwik Stop convenience store in Monett.On August 6, 1988, at Big M, Dannie married Janice Terry, they enjoyed thirty-eight years of making memories together.

He is survived by his wife Janice of the home; three daughters, Misty Lane and husband Sam of Monett, Renee Veith and husband Ronnie of Purdy and Rhonda Schilly of Purdy; eight grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; one sister, Teresa Malone of Mt. Vernon.

He was preceded in death by infant daughter, Vicki Byrd; two sisters, Sheryl Byrd and Janis Byrd; grandparents, Leon and Marjorie Pennel.

Funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, August 12, at Gunter Methodist Church, Butterfield. Pastor Mike Tharp and Pastor Jerry Nickle will officiate. Memorial contributions have been requested to Gunter Methodist Church. Arrangements are under the personal care and direction of Buchanan Funeral Home, Monett.