Jeffery Raymond Byles

Jeffrey Raymond Byles, age 51, of Natchitoches, La., died Tuesday, March 22, 2011, at his residence in Natchitoches, La. Jeff was a loving and caring person. He was a hard worker, fun to be around, and never met a stranger. He enjoyed his job at The Courtyard of Natchitoches, where he worked for over 19 years. He enjoyed spending time with his family, and will be greatly missed by his family and friends. He was preceded in death by his father "Deacon" Raymond Byles and his brother, Christopher Cole Byles. He is survived by his mother, Sophia Barling Byles of Natchitoches, LA; a host of uncles, aunts, and cousins; and numerous friends. Arrangements are being handled by Blanchard St. Denis Funeral Home, 848 Keyser Ave., Natchitoches, La., where the family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM Thursday, March 24, 2011. Funeral service will be at Blanchard St. Denis Funeral Home at 10:00 AM Friday, March 25, 2011, Rev. Glen Flannigan officiating. Interment will be at Central Cemetery in Robeline, La. under the direction of Blanchard St. Denis Funeral Home.