Gordon Byers

Gordon Frederick Byers age 73, passed away on May 16, 2014 at his home in Rangely Colorado surrounded by his family. Gordon was born on August 12, 1940 in Fruita, Colorado to Frederick and Minta White Byers.

Gordon married his sweetheart Dena Marie Dotson on December 22, 1969 in Fort Collins, Colorado. Gordon enjoyed flying, golfing, camping, and he was a member of the St. Timothy's Episcopal Church. He was also a member of the Masons.

Gordon is survived by his wife, Dena Byers; children: Bryon (Bonnie) Byers, Bret (Ellen) Byers, Kathy (John) Brown, Cena (Todd) Carlson, Jill Redwine, and Jeff Byers; 14 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews along with many friends.

Gordon is preceded in death by his son, Christopher Byers; parents; sister; three brothers; nephew, Jimmy and niece, Sherry.

Funeral services were held Wednesday, May 21, 2014 at 10:30AM at the Rangely Christian Church (501 Darius Avenue, Rangely, CO). A viewing was held from 10:00~10:30AM at the church. Interment was in the Elmwood Cemetery in Fruita Colorado under the direction of the Ashley Valley Funeral Home.