Denise L. (Lajoie) Byrd -- Of West Seneca, NY, entered into rest May 1, 2005, beloved wife of the late Alexander Byrd; devoted mother of Sharon (Thomas) Dagonese; cherished grandmother of Christopher and Nicole Zolnowski; loving daughter of the late George and Lillian (nee Burnham) Lajoie; dear sister of Maurice (Cecelia) Lajoie, Terry (John) Ridenour, late George (Janet) Lajoie and the late Pearl Lajoie; fond aunt of Kathy (Frank) Anticola and great-nieces and nephews; also survived by relatives and friends. Relatives and friends may visit the LOMBARDO FUNERAL HOME (Southtowns Chapel), 3060 Abbott Rd. near Lake Ave. on Tuesday from 4-8 PM and Wednesday from 3-7 PM where the funeral service will immediately follow. Interment Holy Cross Cemetery. Published in the Buffalo News from 5/3/2005 - 5/4/2005.