Christopher Byrd

CHRISTOPHER A. BYRD IDAHO FALLS, ID -- Christopher Adam Byrd, 29, of Idaho Falls, died at his home July 22, 2003, of cancer. He was under the care of Hospice of Eastern Idaho. Chris was born July 13, 1974, at Enterprise, Alabama, to Timothy Byrd and Anita Mae Meadows. He spent his childhood years in Texas and Alabama. He moved to Idaho Falls when he was 16 years old and graduated from Idaho Falls High School in 1992. After high school Chris worked as a courier for Airborne/Moore Express until his illness prevented him from working. Chris married the love of his life, Cheri Amanda Burch, on August 3, 2002, in Shelley, and they made their home in Idaho Falls. He was a member of the Baptist Church. He loved all sports and outdoor activities. Chris was a player for the Idaho Falls Mustangs until 2000 when he became ill. He faced his illness with great strength and courage. It’s difficult to capture all of the wonderful attributes of Chris. He truly loved life and was an inspiration to all those that knew him. Surviving are: Wife: Cheri Byrd, Idaho Falls, ID Mother: Anita Meadows, Texas Father: Tim Byrd, Texas Brother: Rodney Byrd, Wisconsin Brother: Ricky Lawrence, Texas Grandparents: Jimmy & Shirley Meadows, Texas Grandmother: Eloise Buschman, Texas Funeral Services will be at 1 p.m. Monday, July 28, 2003, at the First Baptist Church, 665 John Adams Parkway, with Pastor Ben Moor officiating. The family will visit with friends on Sunday from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Wood Funeral Home (273 N. Ridge). Burial will be in Fielding Memorial Park under the direction of Wood Funeral Home.