Richard Byard Hires Obituary
The family announces the passing of Richard Byard Hires of Darien, Connecticut on July 23, 2026. Richard was part of many shared moments and relationships throughout life. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
Richard will be remembered for the time spent with loved ones and the moments that brought joy to those around him. Friends and family will honor Richard by reflecting on shared memories and the positive influence he had in their lives. Though Richard is no longer present, the bonds he created and the experiences shared will endure. Richard’s memory will continue to be a source of comfort for all who knew him.
He was predeceased by: his former wife Carol Hires of Darien, CT; his children, Elizabeth Hires of Cold Spring, NY, Gregory Hires (Margaret) of San Francisco and David Hires (Chrissy) of Sherwood, Oregon.; and his parents, Richard Hires and Margaret Hires of New Jersey.
He is survived by: his wife Anne; his brother Jeffrey (Donna) of Westerly, RI.; and his grandchildren, Owen, Benjamin Edelson of Cold Spring, NY, Robert and Eleanor Hires of San Francisco.
