Charles Bird

Charles Edward Bird, 52, a resident of Fairfield, passed away Monday, January 12, 2026 at his home.

A memorial service celebrating his life will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, January 16, 2026 at Behner Funeral Home in Fairfield. Visitation for family and friends will be one hour prior to the service. Burial will be at Zion Lutheran Cemetery in Douds. Memorials may be made to Noah’s Ark Animal Foundation.

Charles was born January 17, 1973 in Fairfield, the son of Charles Ernest Bird and Mary Cravens. He married Trudy Rusch. They later divorced.

Charles worked in lawn care and landscaping and as a bicycle mechanic. He enjoyed fishing, jamming out to his music, and spending time with people, having a good laugh and a smile. He loved his dog, patches.

Those left to honor his memory include his children, Katherin Bird of Mt. Pleasant, Cassandra Bird of Columbus City, Iowa, Clayton Garrison of Fairfield, and Lucia Kuster; siblings, James Cravens, Emma (Ronnie) Welcher, Julie Garrison, Ronald Bird, Tammy Martinez, and Elsworth Cook.

He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Marie Rambo; and brother-in-law, Brad Garrison.