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Funeral services will take place on Friday, November 4, 2016 at 10:00 AM (Mountain).

Kadoka City Auditorium
Kadoka, South Dakota




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In memory of

Harvey Byrd

of Kadoka, South Dakota, died on Sunday, October 30, 2016 at the Dougherty Hospice House in Sioux Falls at the age of 57

Harvey Todd Byrd was born June 5, 1959 in Martin SD. He lived in Martin until he was 3 when his family moved to Kadoka in 1961. He attended Kadoka Elementary and graduated from Kadoka High School in 1977. He worked at the H & H Café while still in middle school, clearing tables and running the till for Hellen Uhlir. One summer he helped put up hay at Clair Bitting’s place. In 1975 his Dad started a business – Byrd Redi-Mix and Trucking. Harvey was 15 at the time and helped his Dad with cement pouring and finishing in the summers up until his Dad’s death in 2003.

Harvey attended college at Northern State in Aberdeen between 1977-78, then transferred to Black Hills State in Spearfish from 1978-80. In 1984, Harvey was united in marriage to Karen Smith on November 17th. During their nearly 32 years of married life, they were blessed with 4 children: Keena Byrd-Moro, Brook Byrd-Venales, Christian Byrd, and Tessara Byrd.

Other jobs Harvey held during his life included: Register of Deeds for Jackson County; several Kadoka Area School District coaching positions with Kristi Baker, Michelle Mansfield, Laurie Prichard, Jean Holzkamp, Travis Thompson, and Annette VanderMay (to name a few); and Grounds Keeper at Kadoka Softball/Baseball fields with his kids. Harvey was also a volunteer fireman with a host of community members.

Harvey’s passions in life included anything with his family (including his canine grandchildren) basketball, softball, volleyball, golf, bowling, swimming and camping. He enjoyed participating in sports and was a huge fan of Kadoka Area School District Kougars, the Green Bay Packers, and the Cincinnati Reds.

During the last years of Harvey’s life after his Lewy Bodies Dementia diagnosis, Harvey worked for the KASD as a part time custodian with Bonnie Madsen, Polly Brown and Brad Stone and later with Richard Ireland in food service. After “retiring” Harvey spent his time walking his dog, Bella, visiting with friends and neighbors, Rich Bendt, Tony Gould, and Patrick Solon. He also enjoyed hard-core “Farkle” playing with his mother, Cathy Stone and his nieces, Emma, Anna and Andi.

Survivors include his wife Karen of Kadoka; four children Keena and her husband Dylan of Kadoka, Brook and her husband Jose of Des Moines, Iowa, Tess of Kadoka, and Chris and his wife Claire of Kadoka; his mother Deanna Byrd of Kadoka; two sisters Tammy Baye and her husband Pat of Box Elder, and Kristie Stone and her husband Brad of Kadoka; and a host of other relatives and friends.

Harvey was preceded in death by his father Larry Byrd on November 30, 2003, and family friend Gage McSpadden on July 11, 2015.

A celebration of life service will be held 10:00 a.m. Friday, November 4, at the Kadoka City Auditorium in Kadoka (friends and family will be invited to share favorite memories during the service).

MEMORIAL SERVICES
Friday, November 4, 2016 - 10:00 a.m.
Kadoka City Auditorium
Kadoka, South Dakota

OFFICIATING
Pastor Gary McCubbin

MUSIC
Special Music
Congregational Hymn
"Christ Be Our Light"

USHERS
Brady Sudbeck - Karl Ireland - Tyler Hennagir

HONORARY PALLBEARERS
All Relatives and Friends in Attendance

  • Dear Byrd family...I'm truly sorry to hear that Harvey has passed away. It was an honor and a privilege to know him. I have many good memories of Harvey, from working with him and Larry to buying baseball cards. He was a stand up man that wI'll never be forgotten. ~ Robert Davidson (11/3/2016)
  • Dear Byrd Family, We are saddened to hear the news of Harvey's passing. Harvey and Karen both gave of themselves to make Kadoka a fun place for kids to grow up. We remember one Saturday morning in Sioux Falls when we ran into your family having breakfast. Harvey was the one who recognized us first and it was so fun seeing you all and visiting. Also, Harvey was quick to recognize Megan when she was cutting his hair at Super Cuts. I was impressed because Megan looks very different from her time in Kadoka. He was a very nice man and gone too soon. Sending our prayers for you all. ~ sally sherburne 2600 w. sudbury st (11/3/2016)
  • To the whole Byrd family, it was a pleasure to have known such a wonderful person and whole family. From the countless softball games, poker nights, to seeing and sharing as his children grew up. We could not have asked for a better Godfather for our little girl. Our thoughts are with all of you during this time. ~ Dave and Denise Ehlers Newcastle WY (11/3/2016)
  • I am so sorry to hear this news. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. ~ Roberta Coller Kendall, WI (11/3/2016)
  • Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this tough time. May wonderful memories bring you healing and strength. ~ Bill and Marsha Sumpter Kadoka (11/2/2016)
  • Harv was so funny, I remember for years I would go visit my grandma at the court house and Harvey was always there to pick on me, he was at every sporting event that was in Kadoka. My deepest condolences go to the Byrd family I have known you guys forever. So sorry for your loss. ~ Lorena Bettelyoun Lander, wy (11/2/2016)
  • So sorry to hear about Harvey, my thoughts are with you and your family. He had a larger than life personality and always so fun to talk to. ~ Kim (Stilwell) Merrill Minneapolis, MN (11/2/2016)
  • I am sending my biggest, tightest hugs to you my dear, sweet Karen. Holding you and the family up in prayer. I love you all. ~ Jackie Webb (Herber) Washington, DC (11/2/2016)
  • So sorry to hear of his passing! Harvey was.always a super nice guy to everybody he was around. I played many years of softball against him and he was always a competitor every time and seem to always make his team better when he was playing. He will definitely be missed for everything he did for the community and what he did for all his many family and friends. He truly was one of a kind man who I was friends with. Thank You for all the softball memories over the years! ~ Leslie O'Connell Rapid City, South Dakota (11/2/2016)
  • Sorry for your loss. Harvey was a great man and will be missued greatly. ~ Curtis, Casey, and Corbin Huffman Mobridge, S... (11/2/2016)
  • Koren & Family,
    Always enjoyed softball and bowling with him! His sense of humor and wit always made us smile! God Bless!
    ~ Andrew Reckling Philip (11/2/2016)
  • Deanna and family, so sorry to learn of your loss. Keeping you and your family in our thoughts and prayers. ~ Rosetta (Fedderson) & Lloyd Royer Waukee, IA (11/2/2016)
  • Our sincere sympathy extends to the entire Bryd family during this difficult time. Shane worked with Larry and Harv pouring cement and grew to love them dearly. It was such a delight watching Harvey both play and coach in his lifetime for the Kougars he so loved! Not so long ago I saw him and I felt honored he called me by name and smiled...God bless you Harvey for being so special to us all! ~ Judy Goldhammer Wall (11/2/2016)
  • Thinking of you all. I will miss Harvey so much. He came to the store everyday and always had a smile and a nudge or a hug. I always enjoyed his visits, his smile and his sense of humor. Hugs to you all. ~ Kathleen Carlson (11/2/2016)
  • To the entire Byrd family,
    I just heard the sad, sad, news of Harvey's passing. I have no words to tell you how sorry I am. The pain is overwhelming right now but wrap yourselves with your happy memories. Growing up I spent a lot of time at your house and I enjoyed every minute of it! There was laughter, a lot of laughter and that was so special to me. Even as adults I would laugh until I cried listening to the pranks Harvey and Tammy pulled on each other. Your family will always have a special place in my heart. There are no quick tricks to get through grief, you have no choice but to feel the pain, and get through each day keeping the happy memories alive in your heart.
    Much love and prayers!
    ~ Jacie Hoffman Rapid City, SD (11/1/2016)
  • Harveys Family you are true caregivers with such Passion and Love we seen it walking here and there to the very end. Our prayers are with you at this time. And Harvey I will get that cart someday I promise..... ~ Arlo Bruce and Bonnie Madsen Kadoka S.D. (11/1/2016)
  • Deanna, Karen and families and Lois, our thoughts and prayers have been with you, and Harvey also, during the past years. A hard road, and you all traveled it very gracefully. ~ Justin & Joyce Wheeler 24208 Fairview Rd, Philip SD (11/1/2016)
  • Sorry to hear Harvey passed away. I had many good times with him during the years I was in Kadoka. My condolences to your family!!! ~ Steph Carlson (11/1/2016)
  • Thinking of you at this difficult time. ~ Kent and Jeanice Cool Urbandale, Iowa (11/1/2016)
  • My heart is heavy for all of you. I met Harvey in college at NSU. I didn't get a chance to know him though until moving to Kadoka. I will forever remember his sly smile and his willingness to always help out. I see that in his children who carry on his legacy. My prayers follow all of you. ~ JoAnne Gauer Mesa, AZ (11/1/2016)
  • So sorry to hear of Harvey's passing. Bob so enjoyed discussing the packers with him. Our prayers are with you Karen, Deanna and family. ~ Bob and Frances Getz Sioux falls (11/1/2016)
  • Deanna and family.....so very sorry to hear......may your memories give you comfort.....God's Blessings to you all ~ Roxy McCormick Schmit Spearfish, SD (11/1/2016)
  • We were so sorry to hear of Harvey's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with the familly at this time. ~ Marvis & Cindy Letellier Kadoka (11/1/2016)
  • Karen, Keena, Brooke, Chris & Tess, Our heartfelt sympathy to all of you. May you find comfort in your memories and knowing that Harvey is now at peace. You were all faithful and devoted troopers during this journey.
    ~ Eileen Stolley Kadoka (11/1/2016)
  • Karen and family,
    Chris and I are so sorry to hear of Harvey's passing. Harvey was always so pleasant to around and had such a heart for kids, he will be missed. You all will be in our prayers.
    ~ Chris and Diana Elwood Volborg, MT (10/31/2016)
  • MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS GO OUT TO HARVEY'S FAMILY AND FRIENDS, HE IS AT REST AND WITH OUR LORD. PEACE BE WITH YOU ALL....HUGSS ~ TEDDY LOUISE JAMES KADOKA, SD (10/31/2016)