Roger R. Bird, 75, of Cheyenne, passed peacefully at home on Thursday, February 14, 2019 surrounded by his family. Roger was born on July 5, 1943 in Chicago, Illinois. Roger retired from the U.S. Air Force as a Master Sergeant following 26 years of dedicated service. Following retirement, he worked for Wyoming Department of Transportation and was very involved with several volunteer services including his favorite, the Wyoming Bassett Hound Rescue.
Roger is survived by his beloved wife of 49 years, Janice Bird; three children, Diane, Eric, and Aaron Bird; seven grandchildren, David, Brendyn, Marley, Cameron, Bryson, Kenniya, and Keonnon; and his sister, Cheryl Peterson.
Roger was preceded in death by his parents, Charles Bird and Ruth Patterson.
Memorial services will be Thursday 2:00 p.m., at Wiederspahn-Radomsky Chapel.