Donald Bird, age 73, of Houston, Texas passed away on Tuesday, September 1, 2020. Don was born November 18, 1946 at St. Joseph's Hospital; 4 minutes later his best friend and twin brother, Ronnie joined him.
He was a devoted and beloved husband to his wife, Judy Cooper Bird; adoring father to his daughter, Amanda; doting "Big Pappa" to Landon and Drake and loyal to countless friends -who became family. He enjoyed nothing more than spending time with his family and friends, golf and watching the Houston Astros.
He and Judy lived all over the great State of Texas and Santa Fe, NM but aside from Houston, a special place in his heart resided in Jacksonville, TX. Don grew up going to Lake Jacksonville with his parents and brother and later carried on these traditions with Judy, his daughter and her family.
The Houston Police Department was very short on police officers in 1966, so the Bird Twins joined the force that May at the age of 19 years old. Don's gift of connecting with people led him into various sales positions. He was fortunate to finish his career out at Vibac, under the leadership and more importantly friendship, of his dear boss, Reno, confidant, Jane and countless other close colleagues and clients.
On Feb 16, 1981, Don's "Baby Girl" came into the world. On Oct 14, 1989, Don married the love of his life, Judy Cooper. These two were the most important women in his life. Before this, Don was given the gift of having his identical twin brother with him every step of the way; the person that was there as they took their first breaths was there to hold his hand, as Don took his last. There is no way to put into words the bond between these four souls.
With that being said, Don never met a stranger. He was considered a brother and even a father to so many. There are no adequate words to describe Don. He was a feeling, he was love, he was light and he made everyone around him better.
Don Bird was met in Heaven by his beloved mother, Frances, father Elry and niece Amber Bird. Don is survived by his loving wife, Judy Bird, his daughter and son in law, Amanda Bird Smith and JR Smith and their children, Drake and Landon; his brother and sister-in-law, Ronnie and Evelyn Bird and nephew, Ronnie Bryan Bird. His family was graced with strength and care from their dear friend, Penelope C. Bugg
A service will be held at The Woodlands United Methodist Church (Sanctuary) at 2 pm, Thursday, September 24th. The church is located at 2200 Lake Woodlands Dr. , The Woodlands, TX 77381.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made, in Donnie's name, to the Houston Police Retired Officers Association either online or via mail:
Online: https://hproa.com/default.aspx/MenuItemID/659/MenuGroup/HOME.htm
Via Mail: Houston Police Retired Officers Association
P.O. Box 130787
Houston, TX 77219
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