James Byerly Obituary

Byerly, James A. SUN VALLEY, ID James A. Byerly or Bud, as he was known, passed away peacefully at home on November 3, 2013, just weeks away from his 93rd birthday. Bud was born in 1920 in Owosso, Michigan. He attended Cranbrook Academy in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan and then the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor where he was a member of the Delta Kappa Epsilon fraternity and excelled in track and field before graduating in 1943. He then went to officer training school at Notre Dame and as an ensign served in WW2. After the war, Bud attended Babson Business College in Boston and shortly after took over his father's business the JA Byerly Co., a grocery chain of some 44 stores in Central Michigan. In 1951, Bud met and married Doris Brown. Bud and Brownie then settled in Owosso where their four children were born. Bud sold his business in 1959 and the family moved to La Jolla, California, where he purchased a Piper Airplane dealership and sold helicopters. As a former pilot he was able to fly both fixed wing and helicopters. He also became a Real Estate Broker in California where he bought and sold both residential and commercial real estate. In 1968, the family purchased a vacation home in Sun Valley, Idaho where they enjoyed skiing and fly fishing in the summers. Bud and Brownie decided to retire and settle permanently in Idaho in the early 80's. Sadly, his son Bruce preceded him in death on May 13, 2013. Bud is survived by his wife of sixty-two years Doris, their children Jim, Tom (Alyse) and Amy Aiello (Peter) as well as his beloved grandchildren, Evan Byerly of La Jolla, Bridget and Nickolas Aiello of La Jolla, and Jake and Stewart Byerly who reside in Oregon. We will remember his endearing sense of humor, his appreciation of art and design, and his endless pursuit of trying to organize the garage-- but most of all we will remember his devotion to family and the great joy he found in family gatherings. His smile on such occasions was constant and infectious, as were his witty vocals and spirited harmonica playing. He always loved to just jump in the car and take a scenic drive. Here's to a long and dreamy drive down a country road Dad, we love you. Donations can be sent in Bud's honor to Silverado Hospice, 3750 Convoy Street, Suite 200 San Diego, CA 92111.

Published by San Diego Union-Tribune from Nov. 10 to Nov. 16, 2013.
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Having just come across your husband's obit on the internet from a year ago I wanted to send a belated condolence wish to you and your family. As a young fan of yours and your TV friend Foodini from many years ago, you were kind enough to respond to my fan letter with a post card and a message with I never forgot. To this day I use the name Foodini as part of my many computer passwords to honor the TV show. Again with my condolences on the passing of your husband from a fan of many years ago.

Bob Langford

November 28, 2014

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

annie

December 10, 2013

Please accept my condolences. May your family find comfort and hope in drawing close to God at this most difficult time in your lives.
[James 4:8]

December 10, 2013

My sincere condolences on your great loss. May you find peace and comfort during this sad time…Psalm 25:16,17

November 21, 2013

Myrtle Howe
5580 Aztec Dr Apt. 505
La Mesa, Ca 91942

November 12, 2013

Dear Brownie and family. I was sad to hear of
Bud's passing. He was a fine man, with a good
sense of humor. From old Michigan neighbors
Rosemary Manion-Fitzpatrick

November 11, 2013

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