BYARD, John Edward - 81, Sunnyville, Guysborough Co., died on Tuesday, January 6, 2004, peacefully at home. Born in Sunnyville, he was a son of the late Walter and Sarah (Tynes) Byard. John's devotion to his children and family was truly inspirational and he will be dearly missed. He is survived by sons, Gerald and James; daughters, Mary, Elizabeth, Vivian and Lillian; several nieces and nephews; several grandchildren; one great-grandchild, Tyrell; brothers, Owen, Jerry and Howard; sisters, Florence and Emma. He was predeceased by his wife, Adeline (Clyke) Byard; brothers, Archie, Ronnie, Samuel and Joseph; sisters, Cora, Mary, Louise; sister-in-law, Gussie. Visitation 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today in Sunnyville United Baptist Church where funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Friday, January 9, Rev. David Wheeler officiating. Burial in Evergreen Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to Canadian Cancer Society or charity of your choice. Funeral arrangements are under the care and direction of Dennis Haverstock Funeral Home, Guysborough. On-line condolences may be made to: www.haverstocks.com