David A. Byck, III

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Celebrating the life of
David A. Byck, IIIAugust 19, 1929 - November 14, 2012

David A. Byck III, retired Savannah realtor who was long involved in community service, died early Wednesday at his home after a courageous fight with Parkinson's Disease.

Mr. Byck was born August 19, 1929 in Savannah, the son of the late David A. Byck Jr. and Ruth Ferst Byck. He was a 1947 graduate of Savannah High School. He continued his education at the University of Georgia, graduating in 1951 with a Bachelor of Business Administration degree. He was a first lieutenant-Artillery in the United State Army, serving in 1953 in Korea. Upon returning to Savannah, Mr. Byck joined Lynes Realty, and later worked for the David J. Morrison Company. In 1972 he became owner and principal broker of David Byck Realty. He retired in 2008.

In 2010, Mr. Byck was inducted into the Savannah Business Hall of Fame, adding this prestigious award to a long list of lifetime honors and recognition. He preferred to think of himself as a "community servant", rather than as a "community leader".

Mr. Byck served in leadership roles of a number of organizations, including founding president of the Small Business Assistance Corporation, president of the Savannah Board of Realtors, the Savannah Multi-List Corporation, Savannah Certified Development Corporation, the Exchange Club of Savannah, Congregation Mickve Israel, the Savannah Code Enforcement Appeals Board, adjutant of the Military Order of World Wars and president of the Parkinson's Support Group.

Additionally, Mr. Byck served on the boards of the Better Business Bureau of Savannah, Savannah Country Day School, Selective Service Board #25-Chatham County, the Savannah Area Chamber of Commerce, the Savannah Jewish Federation, the Jewish Educational Alliance and Senior Citizens of Savannah, Inc.

He was a member of the National Association of Real Estate Boards, the Savannah Board of Realtors, Commercial Million Dollar Club member and Historic Savannah Foundation, Inc. He was a member of Zerubbabel Lodge #15, of Masons and a 32nd degree Scottish Rite of Masonry, Alee Temple of Shrine and an honorary member of the Alee Shrine Patrol.

Mr. Byck is survived by his wife of 53 years, Ellen Rothschild Byck; two sons and a daughter and their spouses, Drs. David Boley and Peggy Byck, of Savannah; Nancy Byck and Dr. Eric Burton of Fort Myers, FL, and Edwin and Melinda Byck, of Savannah; eight grandchildren, including Amanda Byck, Atlanta, Jessica Byck, Atlanta, and Elle Byck Savannah; Carson Burton, Michael Burton and Brett Burton, of Fort Myers; Adam Byck and David Byck of Savannah; a sister, Joan Byck Loeb of Montgomery AL, and several nieces and nephews.

His caregivers during his illness include Mildred Young, Sherry Johnson, Denishia Crawford, Phyllis Smith, Mary Ann Jones, Lee A White and Mary Bennifield.

Graveside services will be held at 2:30 p.m. Friday at Laurel Grove Cemetery, with Rabbi Robert Haas of Congregation Mickve Israel officiating. Fox and Weeks Funeral Home is in charge.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions to Congregation Mickve Israel, Senior Citizens, Inc., Hospice Savannah or a charity of choice.

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My deepest sympathy to the Byck Family. Mr. Byck will be missed. He was a wonderful man.

- Linda LaRotonda, Savannah, GA

I remember David as the kindest and gentlest of men, always the perfect gentleman and in business dealings above reproach. It was a privilege to know him. My heart goes out to all of his loved ones.

- kathryn waller, savannah, GA

David was one of the first people we met when we moved to Savannah. His gentle nature, kind disposition and friendliness were such a delight as he helped us find and buy our house and settle into Savannah. Our thoughts go out to Ellen, David and Peggy and all his children and grandchildren.

- Pepi & Irwin Streiff, Savannah, GA

Ellen,David,Peggy and family, You are all in my thoughts and prayers. He leaves a wonderful legacy in all of you. Your memories of him will make your hearts smile.

- Barbara Thompson, Roswell, GA

Edwin & Ellen David is the reason I moved to Savannah and the kindest most honorable man I have ever met.The people of Savannah will miss him. Michael Brown

- michael brown, savannah, GA

Mrs. Byck and Family I was an employee of Mr. Byck's along time ago but I still remember his kind and gentle way, always a smile on his face and a twinkle in his eye that made you wonder, what is he thinking about or what is he up to! Such a nice man to work for, I will always remember him fondly. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.

- Laura Ambrose, Savannah, GA

Edwin and family, We are so sorry to hear of your loss.May God guide his gentle hand over your family in their hours of need.May God bless you all.You guys are in our thoughts and prayer.

- Dwayne and Siriwan Simpson, Savannah, GA

Ellen and family: I am so sorry to hear of Mr. Byck's passing. He was such a remarkable man and a very caring human being to all of us. We will miss him dearly. You all are in our thoughts and prayers. We love you.

- Pamella Hooper, Dallas, GA

Ellen. This past fall Davids brother was at the Breman Museum on the dedication of the Quilt that your mother-in law was honored. I sent you regards and he shared that David was not good. My best to you in this time. Rosalind

- rosalind pomerance taranto, atlanta, GA