Service Details
Homegoing services for Jaci’s immediate family will be held in Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home on Saturday, October 17, 2020 at 11:00 am with Bishop Lawrence L. Kirby, Sr. and Rev. Richard L. Jones, Sr. officiating. Interment will follow in West Lawn Memorial Park. Public visitation for family & friends will be in the funeral home on Friday from 5:00 – 7:00 pm.
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WYLIE, TX (formerly of Racine) – Ms. Jacqueline Michelle “Jaci” Brye, age 58, of Wylie, TX received her wings Sunday, October 4, 2020 at Baylor Scott and White Medical Center in Dallas, TX after a courageous battle with sarcoidosis.
Jaci was born March 28, 1962 in Racine, WI to Denory and Minnie (nee: Goines) Brye. She graduated from The Prairie School in Racine, WI, class of 1980 and received an Associate’s Degree in Marketing from Patricia Stevens Career College and Finishing School in Milwaukee, WI. Jaci started her professional career at the Boston Store in Racine as a cosmetics clinician. She changed careers and began working in the Traffic and Distribution Department with Underwriter’s Laboratories in Northbrook, IL. Jaci relocated to Dallas, TX in 1991 and began working at State Farm Insurance Company as a Claims Processor. She later joined United Health Care as a Customer Service Representative where she worked until she transitioned.
Jaci was an avid reader and loved to travel. She was also known for finding the best deals and teaching others couponing techniques. Jaci enjoyed event planning and her true passion was her family. She was the glue that held her huge family together and was often referred to as the spiritual leader of her family. In her final days Jaci was thinking of how she could help others even as her illness progressed.
Growing up one of Jaci’s fondest memories was when she and her brother Kevin spent summers at their Grandmother Helen’s house in Enterprise, MS. Jaci accepted Christ at 8 yrs. of age at St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church in Racine under the leadership of the late Reverend J. B. Bailey. Jaci was very active in the church, growing up as a member of St. Paul she attended Sunday school, Bible Training Union, was a youth usher and sang in the youth choir. As an adult she was on the usher board and active in the single’s ministry. After relocating to Dallas, TX Jaci joined Friendship West Baptist Church where she was an active and devoted member of the First Friends and Singles ministries. Jaci worked tirelessly and became the Singles Ministry Leader where she took the ministry to new heights always focusing on bringing others to Christ, planning engaging interactive activities to develop others to mature in Christ. Although Jaci desired to be married and have 10 children, she gracefully accepted her calling to be single which allowed her to devote more time to her ministries to glorify God’s kingdom.
Jaci leaves to cherish precious memories her mother, Minnie Brye; father, Denory (Gwendolyn) Brye; siblings, Kevin (Zelda Carr) Brye, Denory (Diana) Brye II, Erica Brye, Nathaniel (Gabrielle) Perry; nieces and nephews, Eric, Lyric, Jelani, Denory, De’Journey, Nova; great nephew, Cayden; aunts, Geraldine Goines, Lola Goines, Iris Anderson; uncle Lorenzo Brye; great aunts, Novella Horton, Martha Drakeford; beloved God children, Charade Michaela Duerson, Lauren Cornelius, Morris “Trey” Coe III, Kinsley Nichols & Tashayla Young; and a host of other family and friends.
Waiting to receive Jaci at the gates of heaven are her grandparents, Robert and Helen Goines, Burnett Brye and Laura Merrell; and special cousins Andre Hayes and Bakari Henderson.
Homegoing services for Jaci’s immediate family will be held in Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home on Saturday, October 17, 2020 at 11:00 am with Bishop Lawrence L. Kirby, Sr. and Rev. Richard L. Jones, Sr. officiating. Interment will follow in West Lawn Memorial Park. Public visitation for family & friends will be in the funeral home on Friday from 5:00 – 7:00 pm.
Thank you to cousin, Jill Henderson, for helping with medical decisions and for loving Jaci like a sister. Thank you to special friends and caregivers Kesha Crockett and Kimberly White. Thank you to the Wylie Village, neighbor Dinah Peters, family, and friends.
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Juanita Gardner-Ford says
My deepest condolences and prayers for the family of Jaci Brye. Rest In Paradise
Carolyn Selmon-Prather says
To the Brye family, I am so sorry to hear of Jaci’s passing. She was always such a sweet, kind young lady. I remember her being such a prim and proper young girl. May God bless you Minnie and family.
DebraTurner & Family says
Sending condolences to the family. R. I. P. Jaci, I will miss talking about the good times we had, back in the day.
Demetrius powell says
Sorry for your lost my God keep and comfort you in this time Amen
Shawn Turner - McClairn says
Minnie & Kevin we are praying your strength and everyone in the family. We loved Jaci and her light will shine on! God Bless you all!
Sherri Chew Simpson-Powder Springs, GA says
My condolences and prayers go out to the family. May God give the family the strength to get thur difficult time.
James Billingsley says
My deepest condolences goes out to Jaci Brye family. She was a friend to many. I remember her as she was moving to Dallas in 1991 that was the same time I left. I didn’t realize when we spoke 4 months ago that would be our last. She was be missed but I know she is with our Heavenly Father. Thank you for your friendship.
Tammy (Lott) Gandy says
My dearest cousin you will be truly missed. Rest in Heaven 💜🙏🏾🌹
Seenie Lawson-shabazz says
Jaci will truly be missed. To the family I wish you my deepest condolences. May you be comforted in knowing Jaci is fine. She is with her elders. May they be blessed.
Jacqueline Riley says
Praying for the family. Jaci was always nice to me (we grew up in the same city). We reconnected on social media an would chat from time-to-time. She gave me a list of some of her favorite books to read. Thank you for being a beautiful soul. 💔🙏🏾
Christopher Dyess says
Thanks for always being so caring. Love you Cuz. RIH. PEACE
Tim Ellis says
Ms. Brye and Kevin we are sorry for your loss. Jaci was a shining light. From the Ellis family.
Tracy Lane-Hall says
My deepest sympathies and prayers for Mrs. Brye and Kevin. May the God of all comfort give you peace, comfort and strength for each day. Jaci was someone special who made everyone feel special. I consider it a privilege God ordained our friendship. My sister you’ll be missed. I love you. #FF50❤️❤️❤️❤️
Jozell and Jimmy Davies says
Our sincere condolences to the Byre family. Our prayers and thoughts are with your family. 🙏
Sheila N Grandy says
My deepest condolences to the family, may God be with you all during this time, 🙏💞
John and Mildred Perry. says
Minnie, sorry for your loss. May God bless you and your family.
D Williams says
Jaci we have been neighbors for over 8 years. My kids were just like yours. I received this devastating news and glad you are no longer suffering. Prayers and condolences to your family and thanks for the warm memories.
Williams family
Glenda Ryans family says
My deepest sympathy and condolences to the entire family I I will truly miss Jackie
Lynn Booker says
Our prayers and condolences to the Brye Family on the loss of Jaci, she was a very loving and kind person she will be forever and truly missed ❤
RIP Jaci Brye gone but never forgotten. Love you our friend 😇💔😪
The Booker Family
Sherby A Oliver says
Jaci. You were the pride of your Great Aunt Honey (Anna Hill) from the day you were born. Your life has fulfilled Honey’s pride. With greatest sympathy to Minnie, Noye, Kevin and other family members. Your grace was a blessing to all who met or knew you.
Michelle Hudson says
Minnie my prayers are with you.
Jaci was such a kind hearted person. I enjoyed getting to know her as part of SPMBC Single’s Ministry. We had good times traveling to Houston. If I can be of assistance I will.
Rest In Peace Jaci B.
Wanda Cobb says
Minnie Brye and Family, you have my sincerest condolences and prayers in the home going of your daughter Jaci. May God bless and keep you!
Mattie Barry says
Minnie, Kevin, and extended family, my condolences and prayers for you.
Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted. Matthew 5:4
Kindal Turner says
My condolences to MS. Brye and the family. ❤
Maggie Cobb says
I am sincerely sorry an sadden to hear the loss of Jaci . I’ll be praying for you and the rest of the family.I hope memories of her will bring you comfort .
Charles and Glorious Goldsmith Hicks says
To the Bryce Family: We ask God to continue to be with you as you lay your loved one to rest. May God keep His loving arms around you and giv you peace.
Charles and Glorious Goldsmith Hicks and Family
Anonymous says
Rev. David R. Green and the Gregg Chapel CME Church family extend our sincere condolences to the Brye family. We pray that through this difficult time that God will grant you peace and strength. Praying for you.
Rev. David R. Green says
Rev. David R. Green and the Gregg Chapel CME Church family extend our sincere condolence to the Brye family. We pray God’s peace and strength to you. Lifting you up in prayer.
Carol Rangel says
Ms. Brye, Kevin and family, I offer my deepest sympathies. Jaci, my beloved and dear friend for many years, your loving spirit will be greatly missed.
Ossie Davidson says
Minnie and the Brye family you have my deepest condolences in the passing of your daughter Jaci. May she rest in Heaven.
Artis Oliver says
Cousin Minnie,
You and your family are in my prayers.
Love
Cousin Artis
Vanessa “Phee” Stuckey says
My continued prayers for Minnie, Noye, Kevin and the rest of the family. Jacki will be greatly missed. She gracefully lived out Gods purpose and plan for her life. Rest in heaven Jacki, you have fought the good fight, you have finished the course, you have kept the faith , enjoy your crown of righteousness……
Stacey and Karlos Bland says
To Ms. Brye and the Brye Family
May God give you all the strength of peace and comfort during this difficult time. Jaci will be truly missed.
Anonymous says
To Ms Brye & family sending our condolences to you and family I pray that God continues to strengthen you all . Jaci touched many lives and she will surely be missed
Dianne Dumas & Family says
To Ms Brye & family sending our condolences to you and family I pray that God continues to strengthen you all . Jaci touched many lives and she will surely be missed
Annette & Michelle Powell -Houston, TX says
To Minnie Brye & Family :
On this day a candle was lit for you and your family in our heart. A flame of love and prayer that burns knowing that Gods will comfort and strengthen you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you .
Our deepest sympathy on the loss of Jaci,