Ann (Buie) Byerly

Cynthia Ann Buie Byerly, 77, of High Point, NC passed away peacefully on June 26, 2025 with her family at her side. She was known as Ann to her loved ones and as Mrs. B to her students.

Ann loved books and the written word, a love she shared with her students. She taught English for over thirty years for Guilford County Schools imparting wisdom and touching the lives of countless students.

She was an active member of First Presbyterian Church of High Point for her entire life. She served as an elder of the church, as the senior high Sunday school teacher for twenty years, on multiple committees, and with the women of the church.

Ann’s life was marked by bringing joy and kindness to everyone she knew. A natural storyteller, she imparted wisdom with stories woven through with humor. She was an advisor and confidante to her family and friends, helping anyone she met, and loving with her whole heart.

Ann was preceded in death by her beloved husband and high school sweetheart, Barry T. Byerly, Sr.; her parents, William and Martha Buie; and her sisters, Pam Culbreth and Debbie Allred.

She is survived by her two sons; Barry T. Byerly Jr. of High Point, NC and Alan S. Byerly of Garner, NC. She was also blessed with a large family, leaving behind numerous family members that all though not mentioned here were loved dearly by her.

A celebration of a life well lived will be held at First Presbyterian Church of High Point on Saturday July 12 at 1pm. The family will receive those that loved her following the service in the Family Life Center at the church.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial donation can be made to Hospice of the Piedmont or to First Presbyterian Church of High Point.

Wright Funerals-Cremations, High Point is in charge of arrangements.