James Byrd of Detroit, Michigan, a former native of Demopolis and the beloved husband of LeAnna Byrd, entered into eternal rest on Saturday, May 5, 2012. Funeral Services will be held Saturday, May 19, 2012 at the Christian Chapel Baptist Church, Demopolis, Alabama.  Rev. Fred D. Moore is the pastor. The time will be announced later by Larkin & Scott Funeral Directors of Demopolis, Alabama.