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Kirk Douglas Byars Obituary

By Mandy Billings May 28, 2026 | 4:05 PM

Funeral services for 69 year old Kirk Douglas Byars, of Harlan, Iowa, will be held at a later date.

Kirk Douglas Byars passed away on May 27, 2026

Burial will be at the Sunset Memorial Cemetery in Des Moines.

Pauley Jones Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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