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EDWARD BIRD Obituary
Dec. 16, 1941 - Jan. 18, 2008
Ed Bird passed away at home surrounded by his family after a courageous fight with different illnesses on January 18, 2008. A long-time resident of Meeker, Colorado, originally from Oroville, Calif, where he raised his family. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, bowling, panning for gold, golfing and sitting around with his family telling stories from the past as well as his tales of "Big Foot".
During the 80's Ed began a fundraiser called "Operation Orange" which rose a quarter of million dollars for the National Leukemia Foundation. This was a huge event and he worked hand in hand with the V.P. of Sunkist, Joe Stubbs. Whatever Ed put his hands to, he did so with passion and determination.
Ed is survived by his wife Rita of 33 years; his brothers Larry (Linda) Bird; sons Duane (Kathy) Bird and Joe (Chris) Bird, daughters Darcy (Levi) Roach and RaeChelle Anderson; 14 grandchildren and one great-granddaughter, as they referred to him as their "PaPa".
His mother Ovil Bird, father Lois Bird, sister Virginia Lewis and grandsons, James Duane Bird and Matthew Roach, preceded Ed in death.
A memorial service will be held Saturday, Feb. 2nd at 2 p.m. at New Life Church, 965 Grand Ave. in Oroville.
We love and miss you very much. Enjoy your eternal life with the Lord, Dad. Love all your family.
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Kathy Bird
February 19, 2008
Ed, We just watched the video of your services. you would be so proud of your grandkids that stood up to honor you by singing or reading something about you. you had wonderful grandkids and they loved their PaPa. We miss you. I have been thinking of you. your always on my heart. Thank you for all your help when we were first married. you never let us go without if you had any idea we needed help, both you and rita and my parents helped, i wish i could only be the loving and caring parent you and my parents were to us. Rest in the Lord Ed, Love your daughter in law, Kathy
Kathy Bird
February 19, 2008
Ed, We just watched the video of your services. you would be so proud of your grandkids that stood up to honor you by singing or reading something about you. you had wonderful grandkids and they loved their PaPa. We miss you. I have been thinking of you even in my chaotic life. your always on my heart. Thank you for all your help when we were first married. you never let us go without if you had any idea we needed help, both you and rita and my parents helped, i wish i could only be the loving and caring parent you and my parents were to us. Rest in the Lord Ed, Love your daughter in law, Kathy
katjhy Bird
February 17, 2008
It was fun to play cards with you when we lived there in Meeker. You always held your cards and then went out all at once! That used to drive me nuts!!! miss you and love you, Love Kathy
kayla bird
February 16, 2008
papa i love you! Always thinking of you!
haskell steelman
February 16, 2008
Ed, we will miss you very much, it was a privilege to be in-laws together, we have great kids and grandaughters together. We will see you again on that great day. Love Haskell and Julie Steelman, Silver Springs, Nv
Kathy Bird
February 16, 2008
I have had you on my mind alot. We miss you and your jokes. Your son Duane is doing OK, but misses you alot. We love you. I wish at times I had some of those awsome Potatoes you used to sell. Love your daughter in law, Kathy
Lucille West
February 6, 2008
Ed, I can still hear and see the smile on your face whenever you were telling jokes. How you loved to tell 'em. I could never understand how you used to remember them one right after the other. Can still see that smile on your face during these story times. One could tell that you thoroughly enjoyed life. Sorry it was just so darn hard on you. You being gone satisfies us that you're finally at peace and no longer in pain. We all will miss you. We enjoyed having you in the Richard family for 33 years.
Rita Bird
February 4, 2008
Eddie My Love,
Thanks Babe for all the nights of cuddling and the days of hugging. I always felt absolutely loved by you, everyday. No one will ever replace you. I miss you babe, SO MUCH. Love Me Tender
kayla bird
February 2, 2008
i miss and love you papa. love kayla
Darcy Roach
February 2, 2008
"I better hear them feet hitting the floor" Those words used to send chills down my spine when I would be lounging in bed not wanting to get up. Now they make me smile. I love you dad
Kathy Bird
February 2, 2008
To My Father in Law "Ed". You will be missed so much. I love you. You can rest now. You fought long and hard and i have peace because you are at rest. We all will take care of Mom.Love you always, your daughter in law,Kathy
raechele anderson
February 1, 2008
wish i would of had more time to spend with you.you will be missed love raechele
Mark Porteous
February 1, 2008
To the Bird family,
I was saddened to read about the passing of Ed. I have some fond memories of him and your family from my days(and nights) at "Central Lanes". My thoughts and prayers will be with you.
Mark
Denice Curry (Dotson)
January 31, 2008
Rita, Duane, Darcy, and Joey
I am so sorry to read of Ed's death. My heart goes out to you and your family.
Rita, please contact me.
Darcy Roach
January 31, 2008
I love you daddy and will miss you always.
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