Preston Harlie "Red" Byrd,  93, of Spearman passed away on Tuesday,  January 17, 2023 in Spearman.  A graveside service will be on Friday, January 20, 2023 at the Hansford Cemetery at 2:00p.m. with Rev. Danny Hendricks officiating.  Arrangements are under the direction of Boxwell Brothers Funeral Home of Spearman.

Preston was born on November 3, 1929 in Graham, Texas to Harlie Byrd and Roxie. Preston was a lifetime Hansford County resident.

He was a very loving father, grandfather and great-grandfather. Preston loved fishing and was nicknamed "Red"  Byrd by his friends.  He had a dog, named Tank, and he was his pride and joy.

Preston was preceded in death by his parents, and his wife, Jean.

He is survived by his twin sons, Robert Gene and wife Joy Byrd of OK., William Dean and wife Darlene Byrd of TX. and daughter, Tuwana and husband Chris Trout of KS.   He is survived by his grand children, Justin, Jera, Kelsey, Cassandra, Stephen and many great-grandchildren and other family members.