Simply CremationMindy Creshone Byers
Mindy Creshone Byers was born on October 25th, 1968 in Vancouver WA. Mindy left this earth surrounded by family and prayers, in the comfort of her home on May 10th, 2021 to be with our Lord and Savior. Born to Jan and Bruce Campbell, Mindy came into this world with joy, enthusiasm and a humorous rebellion. She departed us peacefully in which she will continue to serve God with the same love, joy, and excitement. She temporarily leaves Stephen, her Husband of 31 years. She also leaves her God-fearing Sons; Joshua Stephen, Ryan James, and Samuel Allan, as well as their supportive wives Sara, Andrea, and Erika. Mindy has three grandchildren by Joshua and Sara named Roman Ezra, Moxie Grace, and Asher Phoenix. She is survived by her brother Mark Campbell and his wife Jodi.
Mindy exuded God’s love and grace. For those who experienced her excitement and joy for life, you should know that her hope, love, and generosity was given through God. She asks you to see Ephesians 2:8-10
For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God, not a result of works, so that no one may boast. For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that we should walk in them.
During the last four years her joy did not dissipate. Her faith never wandered. Mindy gallantly emulated 2 Corinthians 4:16-18.
So we do not give up. Though our outer self is wasting away, our inner self is being renewed day by day. For this light momentary affliction is preparing for us an eternal weight of glory beyond all comparison, as we look not to the things that are seen but to the things that are unseen. For the things that are seen are transient, but the things that are unseen are eternal.
“Never give up!” Was laced within Mindy’s DNA. This admirable trait and stubbornness was directly passed to all three of her sons. When times got tough, or they dared to utter the words “Mom, I cant…” EVERY TIME, (even when it was out of context) she would proclaim back: Philippians 4:13
I Can Do All Things Through Christ Who Strengthens Me
In the wake of her passing it is tempting to look at the suffering, grief, mourning, and hardships to come and cry out “I cant!” And maybe that is the point. Mindy, you forever leave us a reminder that true power and strength was never what you or anyone could do, but what Jesus Christ has done.
Trust in the Lord with all your heart and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge Him, And He will direct your path.
My Dearest Bruce & Jan along with the entire Family. Your love for one another is such a testament to us! I am praying for continued comfort, unity, and strength for your family. Someday soon we will all be together with our Lord & Savior for eternity praising His Holy Name. Thank you Jesus for the comfort of our salvation.
Thank you, Steve, for capturing the heart of our daughter.
Mom and Dad
(Jan & Bruce Campbell)
I love you Mindy, this is not goodbye, this is not forever but only for a little while until I see you again. We had so much fun together and all the times you’ve made me laugh I will hold in my heart. don’t worry my dear because I will pray for your family and you know that God will keep them in perfect peace whose mind is stayed on thee… This is not goodbye this is see you later. Love , Diane Valentine❤️😇
Mindy was a bright light. A gift to all who met her. Fiercely protective of her family , friends and community. She shared her energy, hope, joidevrie (sp) and her love of life itself. May her spirit that infected me with smiles and connection, enjoy no more earthly limits. God takes and needs the givers first. Our loss is heaven’s gain. Tears are love spilling over so let yours flow. Hugs, love and gratitude to her family for sharing her with all of us. Blessings are theirs. Gloria Worland
So sorry for your loss you and your family are in our prayers.❤
Mindy and Steve and their three boys have always been an important part of our lives, from visiting them in Virginia and Washington to providing Ranger Rick to their grandchildren. Mindy played a very important part in her Grandparent’s lives, when she helped Ron and Sylvia transition to Merrill Garden (painlessly). One of our favorite memories of her was an Easter Sunday many years ago when we were trying to take pictures of her and her cousins (all within a year of age). They were like like poles on magnets — they dispersed in every direction.
Mindy, you will be in our hearts forever, and Steve, Josh, Ryan, Sam and your families will be in our prayers and thoughts , as well, as you come to accept the passing of Mindy.
Love, Uncle Craig and Aunt Marya
Dearest Sister Jan and BOL Bruce –
We feel your sadness deeply. We know that we are all in the hands of our Lord, and he will give us strength. God bless you both.
Craig and Marya
Oh Stephen and boys… Prayers of comfort to you all during this time. Mindy’s light and laugh shines as a bright legacy to anyone who knew her.
Steve and Family,
I will be forever grateful to all of you for sharing your wife and mother with so many of us. She was so vibrant, fun, giving, and a true STAR wherever she was and in whatever she did. I am so thankful for her friendship and am comforted in knowing how loved she was. Thinking of you all!
Mindy made a huge impression on me, so energetic & positive, yet so real…unlike other people I have met, she had her own path, & I loved her for that.
I am forever grateful for knowing her, and can barely fathom the loss her family must feel now.
Her Joy & understanding of life was contagious, I will always remember her fondly, especially when visiting Ballard. ♥️🌈
I am greatly saddened by Mindy’s passing. I had not given up hope that she would return to the Landmark to laugh and dance with us. I am proud to call her a very very special friend and I will miss her all my life.
My friend, confidante, fellow mom and ‘Aunt’ to our girls. Your light will always shine in our hearts and minds and your laughter rings in our ears. I will miss you forever.
Miss Mindy was a second mom to us growing up on Wagner Circle and it’s truly hard to imagine a world without her exuberant positivity and warm hugs. She will be forever missed & remembered. I love you all.
Oh my goodness, there are not enough adjectives to describe that feisty full of life force of nature. Mindy you’ve touched so many people in so many different ways, however, laughter is included in all of them. Thank you for giving me the Mindy Campbell Byers experience. There is no one like you. Once again, with so much dignity, you lead us, and fill us with love and hope. Until we can clink our glasses in celebration again. I love you and thank you. I also send healing thoughts and love to Stephen, Joshua, Ryan, Samuel, and families.
I first met Mindy when we became franchisees to Dream Dinners. We hit it off right at the beginning. She became my dear friend but living so far away, we didn’t get to talk much. I lived in Arizona and then moved in 2011. Then she moved to Arizona and we talked about how sad we both were I left the state. I had no idea she went to be with Jesus until I saw this on Facebook. I am broken. Her spirit was contagious and I will miss you my dear friend. But I know we will see each other again. I love you
Mindy you influenced my life starting many years ago. You were such a light and joy to be around. Your smile was infectious and I’m truly grateful to have had the ability to call you my friend. You were always generous with your time, your talents and your heart.
I will always regret that we never got to sit poolside and laugh..
Mindy will always be in my heart. Her spunk and determination was a force to be reckoned with. She was my little helper as a child and filled everything with joy.
Oh Mindy Lou we love you so much and your joy will certainly live thru me and so many honey, your positive spirit is and was just amazing, we prayed daily for your comfort and healing and Stephen and family, and I know God had you in his loving arms it was so evident, we will miss you but we will carry your loving spirit forward, Mom & Dad will be so excited to see you💗 farewell my sweet amazing friend until we meet again with our Lord & Savior 💝💗💝
Thank you for sharing Mindy with so many of us in senior living. I first met her back at Merrill Gardens. She was a definite life force to whomever she was around. Her presence will last forever in the lives of those she touched.
To the whole family…
I’ll always remember Mindy as the little girl I babysat for. Her sweet hugs, million dollar smile and trying to teach Mark not to chase me with his baseball bat😊. She was a valiant warrior, a woman of grace, a girl full of spunk! May Jesus hold each one that had any connection to Mindy….our hearts will forever be grateful for the gift she was here on earth.
I am so blessed to know this family. Mindy will be missed so much by so very many. Please know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers and rejoice that she is home with our Lord. We all now have an angel that will love us from afar and keep us safe. Thank you Mindy for all you taught us about love life and how to be better people! Much love to you all Stephen and family.
I am so saddened Stephan Mindy made my stay at the Ballard Lanmark so easy. Want you to know that the love you had for her was visible. Actually enviable to those who watched you work togsther. She truly is at peace. May peace envelope you and your family. Peggy Webb
A great lady. Steve you were so lucky to have her!!!!
I am deeply saddened to hear of Mindy’s passing. Sending my condolences to all of you! Her bright light will be missed! Sincerely, The Hamal family.
I am so profoundly sad to know that Mindy has left us. Her light is always going to shine when I think of her in fondness. It helps to know in my heart and soul that she has claimed the reward that we have all been promised. May your family rest in God’s peace. 🙏🏻
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So sorry for your loss. I was blessed to know Mindy. Her beautiful heart and love for God. Praying for peace and love for her family.
I met Mindy only once and felt her genuine warmth and kindness. I wish I had known her better. My condolences to all who knew and loved her.
Mindy, you have inspired so many and have been there for many more. I will truly always appreciate the genuine impact you made in our family’s life. You are a legend that left a legacy and our family will be forever grateful for the impact you have made in our lives!
I will miss you, Mindy. But am grateful for our shared faith in Christ. I look forward to your beautiful smile and laughter as one of the first I will look for on the other side of the veil. Until then, my friend, when I see someone light up a room and bring joy to a stranger, I will think of you. ❤️
There are no words.. I will always remember her with that big smile! Even in high school she always laughed. God rest her soul 🙏🏽 I will see you again my friend!
You hit the nail on the head when you describing this lovely woman she has always been a source of encouragement for me every time I looked at her she definitely had this undeniable love for the Lord and for others. May peace be with you, Steven and the rest of your family also.
Heaven has gained another Angel and we have been given cherished memories of our time spent with one of God’s greatest gifts of up lifting friendship . Mindy never preached of God’s Love… she lived it ! Personally my heart aches at her passing but, I’m also rejoicing knowing that she is pain free and dancing with the Lord… forever watching over us. God Bless
Love and Comfort to you Steven and family.
An incredible person! Thank you Mindy for your passion for the Lord as well as for your sweetness when we were very young at the Christian school we went to!
See you soon sister!
Love you Mindy! You were an awesome individual as a childhood friend. May you Rest In Peace and I look forward to seeing you again in paradise.
With agape love,
Tim Hanke
Mindy was a master at sharing her joy of life with the rest of us. I will always remember her for that, but also the fun of her many disguises at Landmark events. And also for her courage and acceptance of the last 4 years of her life among us. She will not be forgotten.
We were so sorry to hear of Mindy’s passing. Her love and spirit live on in her amazing family. Our heartfelt condolences to you all.
Kathy Pavlich
Stark Ravenholt
Our hearts hurt for all of your family. May God bless you and help strengthen your souls. Our time with our families is so important. We love you all!
Love, Terry & Cathy
My condolences to the family. Prayers 🙏
How beautifully expressed your lovely angel who will always be with you. My prayers to you and
the extended family. I cannot imagine this loss. ..but as we all know heavens gain. I praise God we will meet again! In the meantime may many hands hold you all up. Much love, Betsy Fritts
Our hearts are heavy for you all.
What a bright spot she was wth our seniors here… we were so blessed by her caring. She will be dearly missed… just so much fun to be wth on s personal snd still wth so much depth. Sue and Pastor Bob
She was precious as a little girl when I went to sell Avon to her mom! Such joy! Watched her grow into a beautiful giving women. Full of joy! It was a blessing just to know Mindy!! PTL She is with our Lord!
So grateful for the encouragement I received from her when we were going through difficult times. Love to all of you.
Mindy will be missed by many. I grew up playing sports with the boys and spent a lot of time after games and in between practices at the Byers household. No matter who entered her home, she was always delighted to host and made sure everyone was fed and well. She was a huge personality in the small town of Kingston and loved by everyone. Her memory will live on through her amazing family.
So sorry to hear this. Mindy was a kind and calming for at a time of crisis for my family. Very thankful for her work at the Landmark.
I am so sorry to hear of Mindy’s death, I had so hoped that a miracle would come to pass her way. She will always be remembered by so many of us as a happy joyful person with so much energy to spare. Surely she did live a normal lifetime in her actions and contributions to people at the Landmark. Many people live much longer but do not accomplish nearly as much as Mindy did.
I will miss her greatly, and pray for her and her family. May they find peace and comfort in their belief in GOD and know that they will see her again, and what a happy reunion that will be. God bless You all , and peace be with you now and forever.
My deepest condolences to Mindy’s husband Stephen and the entire family. Mindy was a gem and will live on in our hearts forever. She meant so much to my mom Henny and myself. She lit up Ballard Landmark with her smile and laugh. Take care.
Mark and Victoria thank you for the kind words.
Thank you for the meaningful words and friendship Diane.
Dear Uncle Craig & Aunt Marya. Your kind and understanding message means so much to me and our family. Mindy loved and respected her grandparents and especially cherished her time with your mom.
Thank you Dana for being an important friend in her life.
Hello to all who wrote regarding Mindy.
You have touched my soul and I will forever cherish your comments.
Sincerely,
Stephen Byers