Desmond Rashon Byrd, affectionately known to his classmates as "Big Byrd", was born November 8, 2000 to the proud parents Reginald and Darlene Byrd of Senoia, Georgia. He attended Mt. Venus Baptist Church, Gay Georgia.

Desmond was called to be with the Lord September 16, 2015. He attended East Coweta High School. His love for football gained him many friends through Middle School and on into High School. Desmond enjoyed basketball as well, but football was his passion. He was also a member the the ECMS Band for three years.

He is survived by his loving parents, Reginald and Darlene Byrd of Senoia, GA; His sister, Talia Byrd of Senoia, GA; Maternal grandparents, Annie (late Willie Joe) Williams of Senoia, GA; His paternal grandparents preceded him death (late Richard and Wylene Byrd) of College Park, GA; Uncle, Richard Byrd of Ellenwood, GA; Aunt, Lesia Goodlette of Atlanta, GA; a host of uncles, aunts, cousins and his East Coweta Football family whom will cherish his memory.