Dr. David R. Byers , 63, of 207 Summers Drive, Lancaster, passed away on Thursday at Lancaster General Hospital.

He was the husband of Constance "Connie" Wingert Byers, with whom he had celebrated 40 years of marriage this past August 24 ^th . Born in Columbia, Dr. Byers was the son of Elsie McKain Byers of Marietta and the late Martin Byers.

Dr. Byers was a retired physician and had been currently working at the Manheim Auto Auction.

He attended the First Assembly of God Church in Lancaster.

Dr. Byers had been an Eagle Scout and very much enjoyed the outdoors, particularly hiking and swimming.

He had served for over 20 years in the US Army Reserves, serving active duty as a field surgeon during Operation Desert Shield/Desert Storm. He retired as a Lt. Colonel.

In addition to his wife and mother, Dr. Byers is survived by his children: Craig married to Laura Byers of Knox, PA and Kristen married to Edward Roberson of Sharon, PA; his 7 grandchildren and his brother, Charles Byers of Lancaster.

Friends will be received on Tuesday from 10-11AM at the First Assembly of God Church, 1025 Columbia Ave., Lancaster, PA , with the funeral service to follow at 11AM, the Rev. Kris Newman officiating. Interment in the Marietta Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions in his memory to the American Cancer Society, 314 Good Drive, Lancaster, PA 17603. Arrangements by the Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home, Lancaster 393-9661. To send an online condolence, please visit www.snyderfuneralhome.com