Robert Byrd 1917 – 2010

Biography

Robert Byrd was born on November 20, 1917, in North Wilkesboro, beginning a life that would span nearly a century. He devoted his career to public service as an American politician, dedicating himself to the work of government and civic leadership throughout his adult years.

On June 28, 2010, Robert Byrd passed away in Merrifield at an advanced age, leaving behind a legacy of service to his country. His final resting place is Columbia Gardens Cemetery in Arlington County, where he was laid to rest among the honored grounds that hold many who contributed to the nation’s history.

Robert Byrd’s life represented a significant era of American political engagement. From his birth in the early twentieth century through the dawn of the modern age, he witnessed and participated in the evolving landscape of American governance and public service.