Richard Byrd

Richard A. Byrd, 64, of Vaughn, NM, passed away on Friday, June 28, 2013 at the family ranch.

Richard Dick was born in Amarillo, TX on June 24, 1949 to Bob H. and the late Bettye Byrd. He grew up on the familys ranch in Vaughn, NM with brothers Bob Jr. and Mike. Dick attended high school at the New Mexico Military Institute in Roswell and graduated from college at the University of New Mexico with a degree in history.

Dick married Judith L. Sadowski on June 10, 1972 in Peru, Illinois. They made their home at the family ranch in Vaughn where they raised cattle, sheep, and horses.

Dick is survived by his wife Judy, sons Robbie and wife Margret, Jason and his granddaughter Bree, as well as numerous family and friends.

Funeral services will be held at the New Mexico Military Institute Chapel on Friday, July 5, 2013 at 10:00 am with Charlie Overton of Yeso, NM officiating. Burial will follow at South Park Cemetery in Roswell.

Serving as pallbearers are Bobby Wilson, Jess Eckel, Scott McNally, Cody Lightfoot, Rusty Roberts and Chris Byrd. Honorary pallbearers are all friends and neighbors who selflessly gave of their time.

In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be given to New Mexico Boys and Girls Ranches, 6209 Hendrix Road NE, 2FL, Albuquerque, NM 871101334.

Service

Funeral Service

New Mexico Military Institute Chapel
101 West College Blvd.
Roswell, NM  88201
Friday, July 5, 2013
10:00 am

Cemetery

South Park Cemetery
3101 S. Main St.
Roswell, NM  88203

Memorial Contributions

6209 Hendrix Road NE, 2FL
Albuquerque, NM  87110