Eddie Bynum

Eddie Bynum, age 83 was born in Tuskegee, AL on September 25, 1938. He was the third of 10 children to the late Square Bynum and Bertha Mae (Williams) Bynum. He departed this life on Tuesday, January 11, 2022, at Yale New Haven Hospital St Raphael campus.

At an early age, Eddie was raised into being a hardworking man. He worked on the farm alongside his parents, brothers, and sister. Getting up as early as 4 am was a norm in his family. As one of the eldest, Eddie took on the responsibility of caring for his younger siblings. He was baptized and a member of Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church.

As a young man, Eddie attended Tuskegee Institute high school; class of ‘57 in Tuskegee AL. He joined the United States Army and served in the Army Reserve. He took great pride in being a veteran.

He explored a variety of jobs expanding across states. Just to name a few off his extensive resume, Eddie worked at Washington General Hospital in Washington D.C. for a few years. He was a machine operator at Pratt & Whitney from 1964-1968. He continued as a machine operator at AncoLycoming from 1969-1973.  His last position was at Yale New Haven Hospital (1975-2001) of which he also retired from after 26 years. Eddie was proud of all the jobs that he held including working at Yale University, VA hospital, St Raphael’s hospital and Sikorsky.

Anyone who has ever encountered Eddie Bynum, would say that he was a humble, gentle respected, dedicated, confident and loyal man. And we cannot forget about his humor. He was the epitome of what a man should look, think, and act like. He was polished and dapper. He kept wholesome family values and he was a great provider for his family. Family and friends also enjoyed hearing his experiences as Eddie was a master storyteller. He had always enjoyed reminiscing about life in the south, his travels, working at the Five and Dime store, and all about the people he interacted with throughout his years.

Eddie is survived by his wife, Cynthia G. Bynum, 2 daughters: Yolanda Bynum Barnes (Dan)- Baltimore, MD and Monique Bynum Ford (Tyquan); son: Cedric A. Bynum (Yvette), both of New Haven, CT. Four grandsons: Tyquan Ford Jr., Daniel Barnes II, Jesiah Ford and Amir Bonilla- Bynum; three granddaughters: Ananda Barnes, Eliza Bonilla-Bynum and Milagros (Mila) Bonilla-Bynum. He is predeceased by his son, Eric Bynum.

He also leaves behind one sister: Amy L. Counsel and five brothers: Square Bynum, Phillip Bynum, Albert Bynum, Lewis Bynum, Stanley King, and a host of nieces and nephews. Eddie was predeceased by his parents, his brothers: Willie James Bynum, Roy Bynum, Samuel Bynum, Leroy Scott and sister: Anna Lou.

Mr. Eddie Bynum, lovingly known as Pop Pop, Mr. Bynum, Pops, Unc, and dad, will forever be missed by all.

A celebration of Eddie’s life will be held on Monday, January 24, 2022, at 11 am at Thomas Chapel Church of Christ, 30 White Street, New Haven. Viewing from 10 am-11 am. Interment to follow at Beaverdale Memorial Park. Condolences may be expressed at Colonialfunerals.com.

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