Col. Kenneth (Ken) A Byrd (Ret.)
June 26, 2019
Col. Kenneth (Ken) Byrd (ret.) of Aberdeen passed away unexpectantly at his home at the age of 66.
Ken was born in Harrison County, MS on September 23, 1952, to Kenneth V. and Lavera Barry Byrd. After graduating from high school, he attended and graduated from The Citadel in 1974. He was commissioned as a Second Lieutenant and served in many capacities in the United States Air Force including being the commander at Tuzla AFB, serving in Desert Storm, and working at the Pentagon. After marrying Rebecca “Becky” McArthur of Aberdeen in 1986. Upon his retirement from the U.S. Air Force, Ken and Becky moved back to Aberdeen. Even After retiring, Ken served in many supervisory and managerial capacities in many industries. Ken served on the Board of Directors for the Academy of Moore County and is a former Town of Aberdeen Commissioner. He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather.
He leaves behind his beloved wife, Becky of Aberdeen; his children; Stephen Kent Byrd of Aberdeen, Nicholas William Byrd and his wife, Kaarina of Houston, TX, Kenneth Lee Byrd and his wife, Ericka of Shreveport, LA, and Stephanie Byrd Hynes and her husband, Bart of Virginia Beach, VA; nine grandchildren, Hannah Byrd, Hayley Byrd, Isaiah Byrd, Isabella Byrd, Lilly Byrd, Kaiden Byrd, Scotty Hynes, Emily Hynes, and Aiden Byrd.
A memorial service will be held 5:00 pm on Sunday, June 30, 2019, at Turning Point Worship Center, 16433 US HWY 15 501, Aberdeen, NC 28315 with military honors following the service. The family will receive friends following the service in the church fellowship hall.
Care of the family is entrusted to Crumpler Funeral Home of Aberdeen.
Online condolences may be made at crumplerfhaberdeen.com.
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My passed husband, Clary, and his admired Col. Byrd are now in Glory together. Prayers for you and yours,
Martha Sprouse24
Our deepest sympathy to Becky and Family. Â Col Byrd was one of the best Air Force officers and gentleman we have had the pleasure and honor of knowing and serving with. Â We also considered him a true friend. Â He will be truly missed. Â Our thoughts and prayers are with Becky and family.
Rich and Marge Trench
Col. Byrd was a great person with a very kid heat and very understanding. I enjoyed serving with him during my USAFR career. Becky our prayers are with you and your family. He is in good hands now, Our Lord has called home his most trusted servant for his work for the Lord is done.
A Feathery Palm Plant was sent on June 28, 2019
With Sympathy,
Triangle J Council of Governments
Board of Delegates and Staff
A Traditional Funeral Basket was ordered on June 28, 2019
I send my sincere sympathy to Becky and the family and many friends who share in the loss of this great Air Force officer and compassionate person, who could be depended upon under all circumstances. He is held in utmost esteem by those who knew him well his professionalism and dedication to duty and doing the “right thing” in dealing with work and personal matters…there is a special place in my heart for Ken and it will remain there forever…God speed my friend.
Ken was a great man and a wonderful brother n law. He will be missed but there is great comfort knowing he is with our God now. 💜Â
My sincere condolences to the Byrd Family. May you find comfort knowing that Mr. Byrd is resting peacefully in HIS arms.
Many Blessings and Deepest Sympathy,
Dori Kenn (TAMC)
Our deepest sympathy to Becky and Family. We love you so much. May God bless!
My condolences to the family. I’m so sadden right now and grieve with you during this lost. Mr. Byrd was always so helpful to me in the community as well as on the Moore County Transportation Advisory Board. This hurts me and I will never forget Mr. Ken Bryd
Thank you, Sir…. for your Service to Our Great Country and Our Wonderful Community! So sad that you were taken away from us so soon – at your prime….you were the Best…you were the Best at everything you did. You dedicated your life and your soul to serving the People.You impacted people’s lives in a way you can not imagine – you were the blessing… I’m lucky and privileged to have known you… May your Soul Rest In Peace, Sir. Byrd is the Word!….Â
Colonel Byrd was a true southern gentleman and a great officer. I worked with him at Scott AFB about 1995 when I was a Capt. I valued his advice and I enjoyed working with him.
I knew Ken briefly through work with the Aberdeen Library committee and his recent run for office. He was a true gentleman, a devoted servant of Aberdeen and a total delight to know. I was truly shocked and saddened when I saw the news of his death. Some people merely try to make an impact, Ken succeeded and in all positive ways. The state is lacking because of his passing. My deepest sympathy go to his family and close friends. I am so very glad that I knew him even a little.
It was an honor to know Ken through the constitution of the ne Academy of Moore. At our first meeting it felt like I was talking with a long time friend.I will miss the gentleman.
Prayers are with the family.
David Lane
My deepest sympathy to Becky and family. Col Byrd was an awesome person to work with and to have as a mentor and friend. He was always there when someone needed him. He was the true picture of an officer and gentleman. He will be truly missed.
My thoughts and prayers to Becky and family.