Read Ryan Gibbs Hord's Obituary & Leave Condolences

In memory of

Ryan Gibbs Hord

Baton Rouge, LA, USA

July 4, 1978 - April 27, 2020

Jul 4, 1978 - Apr 27, 2020

Help keep everyone in the know by sharing this memorial website.

Share

Photo

Ryan Gibbs Hord (RedBeard) , a loving and devoted father passed away suddenly Sunday, 4/27/20.
Ryan was born 07/04/1978 in Morgan City, LA, a son of Richard Hord and Ginny Gibbs Berry. He was native of Baton Rouge where he attended Lee High School and went on to become an Airborne Ranger for the United States Army and proudly served his country. After his military service , he continued to serve and protect by joining EBRSO and BRPD. After his law enforcement career he created his own construction company.
Ryan never met a stranger. He had a passion for helping others and giving to the less fortunate. He was known for his quick wit, infectious smile, and compassionate spirit. He was his neighborhood watchman, comedian, and even played Santa Claus for surrounding area. He had an absolute heart of gold.

His most proud accomplishment though was his son, Blaine. Ryan loved spending time with his son and showing him the true ropes of life . On weekends they enjoyed bike rides along the levee, spending time with friends and family, and attending LSU football games together.

Surviving are his mother, Ginny Gibbs Berry and stepfather, AW Berry of Heflin, La. His sister, Leah King and his brother, Shelby Hord. His son Blaine Hord and his loving fiancé Natalie Butler. Preceded in death are his father, Richard (Ric) Hord and his grandparents Joe B. Gibbs and Yvonne Gibbs.
He loved his God, Country and family.

Visiting hours at Rabenhorst Funeral Home, 825 Government St. Baton Rouge, LA 70802, will begin at 11:00 AM on Friday, May 1, 2020. In consideration of our Governor’s guidelines restricting social gatherings, the following protocol will be observed: a group of 10 people will be allowed to enter the funeral home at the top of every hour and will be given 30 minutes to pay their final respects to Ryan. The remaining 30 minutes of the hour will be used by the Rabenhorst staff to clean and prepare the facility for the next group of 10 to enter. The Spain Street entrance of the funeral home will remain open until 3:00 PM.
Graveside services are scheduled for 2:00 PM on Saturday, May 2, 2020 at the Lisbon United Methodist Church Cemetery, 20048 LA Hwy 2 in Lisbon, LA 71048.

Order a beautiful PDF you can print and save or share.

Get the PDF

Get notified when new photos, stories and other important updates are shared.