Byron Charles Backer, 77 - Greenville

Byron Charles Backer, 77, of Greenville, passed away Tuesday, May 13, 2014, at Greenville Memorial Hospital.

Born in IA, he was the son of the late Fred Elmer and Zella Ruth Pettengill Backer. Mr Backer was a Missionary in Puerto Rico, and was a member of Reedy River Baptist Church.

He is survived by his wife, Mary Lou Backer; two sons: Byron R. Backer, and Brent Backer (Teresa); one daughter: Betty Smith (Jim); three sisters: Beryl Ward, Berene Day, and Bernetta Jardine; and five grandchildren.

Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. Friday morning at Reedy River Baptist Church.

The family will receive friends from 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. Friday morning at Reedy River Baptist Church.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Reedy River Baptist Church Youth Group, 871 By Pass 25 North, Greenville, SC 29617.

Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.thehowzemortuary.com.

The Howze Mortuary, Travelers Rest, SC, is in charge of arrangements. (864) 834-8051.