Born in Rupert, Idaho, to Davy and Sharon Hairston. Rowdy is now walking with Jesus. He was an avid volunteer for Friends of the Animal Shelter. He was also involved in the therapy dog program at Rogue Valley Medical Center.
He is survived by his service dog and constant companion, Tyson; son Tyler Lee; father, Davy (Mickie); mother, Sharon; sisters, Amanda, Jenny Bennett; grandmother, Gerry Hatfield; grandparents, Dave and Betty Hairston; and several aunts, uncles and cousins.
In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations be made in Rowdy's name to Friends of the Animal Shelter, P.O. Box 299, Phoenix, OR 97535.
A memorial service is planned for Saturday, December 11, 2010, 11 a.m., at Ashland Bible Church, 400 Dead Indian Memorial Road, Ashland.