Donald William Byard

Donald William Byard bornJanuary 31, 1925 to Maurice and Grace Byard.

Went to be with his Lord andSavior, Jesus Christ on July 17^th, 2016. Husband of nearly 69years to Ruth (Genny) Byard. Father to 7 children, grandfather to 7, andgreat grandfather to 15. Preceded in death by his parents and brother,Harold, and his daughter Janice and granddaughter Wendy. Retired fromLink Belt Chain Plant in 1983 after nearly 37 years.

Proud to be an American, Donserved as a member of the United States Marines Corps in the south Pacificduring WWII and once honorably discharged returned home and fell in love withGenny. Married on September 27^th,1946 and with one child, Lois, moved into their first and only home 2 yearslater at 2302 N. Kessler Blvd. N. Dr., Indianapolis, IN during September 1949.

Seven children wereeventually raised at 2302 along with more memories than one could count ofvacations, great neighbors, co-workers and friends. Dad and mom were members of North BaptistChurch where they both helped in numerous ministries and capacities. One that gave dad some of his happiestmoments was driving the church bus to pick-up the neighborhood children forSunday School and transporting the seniors on their outings. Dad and mom felt truly blessed in theirtwilight years and cherished the visits from family and friends.

After mom’s passing dadcontinued to share the gospel, give bibles and tracts out to whomever he could,but his heart was longing to join the Lord and his wife. Well dad you’ve made it. You outlived mom and more importantly you’llspend eternity with Jesus, mom and other loved ones who’ve gone before.