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William Byers Obituary

William Edmund Byers, 83 SAN DIEGO -- William Edmund Byers, 83, passed away peacefully from complications of Alzheimer's with his wife of 60 years by his side in San Diego, on Thursday, June 26th 2008. Bill is survived by his wife, Patricia Lee Byers; and his children, Jennifer (Dan) Martin of San Marcos, Becky (Robin) Davis of Mammoth Lakes, Calif., and Mac (Jill) Byers of Murrieta, Calif. Bill will be missed by all, including his nine grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Bill Byers was born on December 26, 1924 in Des Moines, Iowa. He joined the U.S. Navy as an aviation cadet in 1944. After six months, he received his appointment to West Point. He graduated from the United States Military Academy at West Point in June 1948 with a Bachelor of Science Degree, and commissioned into the U.S. Army. He received his Master of Science Civil Engineering from the University of Illinois in June 1954. After getting married in July of 1948, Bill spent 20 years serving the U.S Army in Panama, Korea, Japan, France, Germany, and Vietnam. After serving in Vietnam from 1967-68, he retired as a Lieutenant Colonel. After retirement from the military, Bill worked for the San Diego County Land Development for ten years, retired again before working as a Senior Civil Engineer for PRC Toups in San Diego. Bill was an active member of the Retired Employees of San Diego County for thirty years, and Fletcher Hills Presbyterian Church for forty wonderful years, where he was instrumental in building the new church. Aside from his career accomplishments, Bill had many hobbies and skills. He was an avid snow skier teaching his children and grandchildren to ski at Mammoth Mountain for 30 consecutive years. He was a skilled wood-worker, designing and creating many projects for family and friends. Military honors will be held at 3 p.m.-3:20p.m., at Fort Rosecrans Cemetery on Wednesday, July 9th. A memorial service is scheduled at 2p.m., Sunday, July 13th, at the Fletcher Hill's Presbyterian Church in El Cajon. In lieu of flowers, please send your donations to Associates of Graduates Class of '48 Fund, U.S. Military Academy, West Point, New York 10996-1607 or San Diego Hospice. Sign the Guest Book online obits.nctimes.com

Published by North County Times on Jul. 1, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for William Byers

7 Entries

Dean Weichel

July 10, 2008

Pat, Jen, Becky & Mac,
Sending good thoughts and prayers to you and all your family. It's never easy during a time of family loss, but please know how grateful I am that Bill was such a wonderful part of my growing up on Regner Court. His generosity of spirit, as well as your entire family's, has always been a great and positive influence. Take care, be strong and God bless. Much love, Dean

Ed & Joan Weichel

July 4, 2008

Pat and family,

We were saddened to read about Bills passing on June 26. We will always cherish our fond memories of good times on Regner Court. Bill's warm greetings, contagious smile and sense of humor will always be remembered.

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family as you grieve the loss of such a loving husband, father, grandfather and great grand father.

Ed & Joan Weichel

Larry Scrivener

July 4, 2008

My prayers are with Pat and the family. It is an honor to be numbered among Bill's friends.

Bob and Katie Guest

July 2, 2008

Sending our deepest sympathy to you and your family, Pat . Bob and I were so sorry to hear the sad news. We will always remember happier days at FHPC many years ago. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during these difficult days!

Sincerely,

Bill Wolter

July 2, 2008

Mac,
Janet and I pray that God comforts you and the family during this time of loss. 11 Corinthians 1:7

Bill & Janet Wolter

Jessica Lupercio

July 2, 2008

My Dearest Popo,
How blessed I was to have you as my Grandfather! You were always so thoughtful and loving.
Thank you for always giving me BIG BEAR HUGS whenever I would leave to go home. Thank you for all the fun memories you have blessed me and our family with. All the ski trips and beach trips were so special to me. I miss you Popo, but I know it won't be long until we see each other again! ((HUG))
Love,
Jessica

Ronald Roth

July 1, 2008

I am very sorry to learn of the passing of Bill. I was a co-worker of Bill's at PRC Toups (La Jolla) in the late 70's and early 80's as well as a neighbor here in San Carlos.

His wit, humor and high integrity, together with his knowledge as a Civil Engineer will be missed.

My condolences to Mrs. Byers and family.

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