Graveside service with full military honors for SFC (Retired) Richard E. "Dick" Byers will be 9:00 A.M. Friday, March 28, 2025 at Fort Sill National Cemetery.

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved father, Richard (Dick) Byers, who was born on November 28, 1953 in Iola Kansas and went to be with our Lord on March 20 2025, at the age of 71.

Dick was a loving father, brother and grandfather. Dick enlisted in the army in 1980. He retired as a Sergeant First Class in 2000.  He was Very Proud to have served for our Country for 21 years. Dick spent the last two years plus helping Veterans at the VA center in Lawton, Oklahoma. Dick enjoyed spending time with his family and friends, He enjoyed karate, playing pool, fishing, listening to music and fast cars.

Dick is survived by his children, Shelly and Shaun, grandchildren Ashley, MaKayla, Ronnie, sister in law Mary, nephew Michael (Michelle) and extended family who loved him very much, Ron Hoots, Elgin, Oklahoma, Bev (Alan) Harrison Junction City, Kansas, JoAnne (Randy)Dunn, Washington and many more from Minnesota too many to name. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him.