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Don Herd Obituary
The family will be at Bratcher Funeral Home for visitation from 6 -7:30 p.m., Wednesday, June 27, 2012.
Funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday, June 28, 2012 at Bratcher Funeral Home Chapel. Greg Knight, Minister of Pottsboro Church of Christ, will officiate. Burial will follow at Calvary Cemetery, 610 U.S. Highway. 69, Denison, TX 75020.
Pallbearers will be Robert Clements, Robert Powlison, Gary Watkins, Jack Little, Duane Williams and Horace Groff.
Don was born on June 10, 1943 in Denison, Texas to Lewis and Opal Herd. He married Audrey Foster on June 15, 1965 at St. Patrick Catholic Church in Denison.
He was a 1961 graduate of Denison High School, studied architecture at Draughton's Business College in Dallas, attended Grayson College studying business law and real estate. He was a general contractor most of his life, building beautiful homes and remodeling. He was a partner in ice plants, installed swimming pools and spas and was an insurance adjuster. After semi-retirement, he went to work at the Prothro Retreat Center, along with his wife Audrey and formed loving relationships with his dear friend and boss Cliff Dyer and all of his co-workers. Don was a very talented artist, loved baseball, fishing, raising bluebirds and nature in general.
Anyone who knew Don enjoyed his witty sense of humor, and his laughter was contagious. He lived a life of caring, giving his all and deep love for his family.
Don is survived by his wife, Audrey; father, Lewis Herd; sister Margaret Atnip and husband T. J. of Denison; sons, LCPL Justin Herd of Camp Lejeune, N.C., Dale and Clay Herd of Denison; brother-in-law, Bob Foster of Denison; niece, Denise Selover of Dallas; nephews, Larry of Rowlett, David Atnip of Idabell, Okla., Cory Foster of Denison, and their extended families. Don has five grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his mother Opal Herd and his grandparents.
Arrangements are entrusted to Bratcher Funeral Home, 401 W. Woodard St., Denison, TX 75020, (903) 465-2323. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.bratcherfuneralhome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Don Herd
Kay Parker-Clark
July 8, 2012
Sweet Audrey, My heart goes out to you and your family for losing Don. Prayers being said for you all.
July 5, 2012
Dear Audrey, Fran & I were so sorry to learn of Don's passing. Being in God's hands is a wonderful place to be; however, the pain of your loss must be a very heavy load to bear. Our prayers are with you as you attempt to put your life back on track without him. With God's help you will make it. Our love, Buzz & Fran Broussard, Vinton, LA
Dee Richardson
June 29, 2012
Clay, sorry for the loss of your dad, I know how hard it is. May the love of friends and family help carry you through this difficult time.
Love, Dee and Tommy
Ronald and Cynthia Bassermann
June 29, 2012
Audrey we just heard about Don this morning. He was a super guy. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Lynne Reinert
June 28, 2012
Audrey, I am praying for you and your family. May God Bless You All.
David & Vickie Waller
June 28, 2012
Audrey, we are sorry for your loss. It's been a difficult road for you and our prayers are with you and your family.
Troy & Dianna Hooper
June 27, 2012
Audrey & Justin, this is what I think Don would say to you.
A Note from Heaven
If I could write from Heaven, this is what I'd say, Please don't miss me too much, I'm with you throughout your day. You may not see or hear me, but if you're quiet and still, You may just feel my presence; because, in Heaven, there is free will. Don't worry for the day, it will come and go as planned, Enjoy each moment you are given, keep worry from your hand. Keep sorrow to minimum; For if Heaven you could see, You'd know I'm safe and happy, I did not cease to be. Moments in time are brief, until we'll be together again, as Eternity lasts forever, our lives, they have no end.
God Bless Your Family,
Troy & Dianna Hooper
"The Country Store"
June 27, 2012
We are sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you.
Harold & Maxine Stroud
June 27, 2012
Audrey, I am so sorry to hear of Dons passing ,May God give you strength and guidence through these tough times--- God Bless you and your family.
Mary Wineinger Kolmer
June 27, 2012
Audrey and Family,
So sorry for your loss. May happy memories comfort you.
Henry Schleuse
June 27, 2012
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
David McGregor
June 27, 2012
Dale and Clay I'm so sorry for the loss of your father he was a great inspiration in my life and will be missed by all.
Danny and Ellen Flanery
June 27, 2012
Audrey, I was so sorry to hear about Don's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Looking at the photos I can see so many wonderful memories to hold us until we are all together once again. God Bless you.
Repsie Nellis
June 27, 2012
Audrey, I am so sorry that you lost your husband. I can't imagine what a terrible loss it is for you and your family, but looking at your wonderful pictures, you have wonderful memories. Thinking of you~~
Don Crowell
June 27, 2012
DEAR Audrey,God bless you.Love you.Don Crowell
George & Mary Lounsbury
June 27, 2012
Audrey and Family,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss.
We will always be so thankful for him being our Gereral Contractor and doing such a awesome job on our home. I remember how sweet he was with our children and they always look forward to seeing him. They loved coloring and drawing pictures for him to take home.
You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
George and Mary Lounsbury and Family
Gracie & Keith Stubbs
June 27, 2012
Audrey, I am so sorry to hear about Don. He has always been one of the most caring and funny men Ive ever known.If there is anything I can do for you and your family please let me know. God Bless you all. Love you.
June 27, 2012
Dear Audrey,
Please accept my condolences for the loss of your beloved husband Don. I remember him as a fine person. It was good to read about his many talents and interests and of your family. Best wishes, Melinda Mayes Penn, DHS 1961
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