DEAN J. BIRDSONG

I just discovered CDR Birdsong's books on the Birdsong family. I was looking for him to ask about some of the sources. I'm sorry he has passed but what a wonderful life. He has left a family to remember him. My question is, after 11 years what did the family do with his research? Was it kept by the family or given to a library? I'm trying to help a lady join DAR through James Birdsong 1792-1878 and his daughter Nancy.

A great leader in getting flight students at NAS Meridian, Miss. through rough times and instilling confidence when thing need a shot in the arm. Don Rodee, retired American Airlines Captain

May love and light surround you all. Even though I was a young child - I have wonderful memories of your family.

Oh Dean. I will miss your emails and phone calls. The research of our family is a treasure and a gift to all who share our ancestry. How can we ever thank you for your tireless devotion to this work. You always made me feel a little closer to my grandmother Lydia, your father's sister. As you know, she passed away before I was born. Now, you are with them and, especially, with your mom and dad; and to think that you know them brings me a bit of peace and comfort. Please give my daddy a hug...

Mark and Jim,

I just read of your dad's passing. Please accept my condolences.

Rick Haynie, San Diego

Dean was a guiding light to Leslie and me in our teen years, he remains a part of who I am these many years later; I remember him for his tickling humor and generous spirit. My sincere appreciation to all the family for sharing him with me. Beth De George

Jim and family: My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Those we hold closest to our hearts never truly leave us. They live on in the kindness they have shared and the love they brought into our lives.

Love Melody

I too have such warm memories of Uncle Dean. His wonderful voice and sweet smile. Aunt Louann, Leslie, Mark and Jim. I am thinking of all of you today. You are so lucky to have a husband and father like him. xoxoxo love, love...and more love, Joanne (Tripp) Cassaro

I have such fond memories of my Uncle Dean and am saddened to hear of his passing. My condolences to you, Aunt Louann, and to Jim, Mark and Leslie.
~~ Much love from our family,
Kris Barry