Jared N. Bird died in a helicopter crash while fighting the Moose Fire in northern Idaho on July 21, 2022. Pilot Thomas Hayes was also killed in this incident.
Jared was a decorated military veteran and experienced helicopter pilot. He lived in Anchorage, Alaska, where he was employed by ROTAK Helicopter Services. He was remembered as hardworking and dedicated.
Jared is survived by his wife.
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Condolences to his family
– Carson LovelessI will love you forever, Grandson
– Ernestine Truitt