Mr. Melton A. Byerly Sr., of Trumann departed from this life on Sunday, January 24, 2021 at NEA Baptist Hospital in Jonesboro at the age of 72 years, 11 months and 2 days.  He was born Sunday, February 22, 1948 in Trumann and lived most of his lifetime in Trumann.  In his neighborhood the neighbors were known as his people, and family was his upmost importance.  He loved people and helping people from the bottom of his heart gave him the most enjoyment.  Not only was he a great butcher he was a great gardener and was always available to give free rides on his Ford tractor to his grandkids and great-grandkids.  Melton was a retired business owner of Byerly’s Meat Market for over 40 years and attended First Assembly of God Church.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Hubert and Alba Canamore Byerly      He is survived by his wife, Patty Byerly of the home, two sons, Melton Byerly Jr., of Bradenton, FL Patrick Byerly of Trumann; two sisters, Dian (Tip) Whitlock  and Sue (Danny) Davis both of Trumann; 6 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.       Visitation will be Wednesday afternoon from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. at First Assembly of God in Trumann.  Celebration of Life will follow at 2:00 p.m.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               with Rev. Kenneth Doke officiating.  Burial will follow at Holly Springs Cemetery in Harrisburg under the direction of Thompson Funeral Home of Trumann.       In compliance with COVID-19 guidelines social distancing will be required along with face masks and the signing of a COVID-19 form will be required.        An online register book can be signed at www.thompsonfuneralhome.net.