Janith Josephine Byington

   Janith Josephine Byington was born on January 2, 1944, in Farmington, Missouri and passed away peacefully on January 12, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. A devoted family woman, Janith carried the warmth and kindness of her spirit throughout her life.

   Janith is survived by her beloved daughters, Ronda Reeves and her husband Tim, and Ramona Warson and her husband Craig. Her sons, Mark Byington and his wife Bonnie, and Lucian Byington, honor her legacy alongside her grandchildren: Kayla, Ronnie, Stephen, Christina, Christal, Shannon, and Tasha; 10 great grandchildren, two great grandchildren and two great great grandchildren. As a proud mother and grandmother, Janith took immense joy in her family, fostering a close-knit environment that resonated with affection.

   Janith was united in marriage to Ronald Byington on October 3, 1959. They lovingly shared 46 years together until his passing on October 26, 2005. Together, they built a family that reflected their values of love and faith.

   Throughout her lifetime, she was known for her love of planting flowers and spending quality moments with friends and family. Janith's easygoing and caring nature made her a source of solace and joy to those who knew her.

   She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Ronald Byington; her son, Dennis Byington; her parents, Maudie (Gowen) Barton and Delmer Barton; grandchildren, Buck and Sherina; sisters, Mary Davis, Irene DeClue, Louella Rogers, Delores Thurmond, and Barbara Davis; as well as her brothers, Alvie, Donnie, Ronnie, Lonnie, Ricky, and Russell Barton.

   Janith will be remembered fondly for the love she shared and the memories she created. She leaves behind a legacy of kindness, love, and familial devotion that will forever resonate in the hearts of her family and friends.