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Joseph Beard Obituary

Joseph C. Beard Sr. Battle Creek Joseph C. Beard Sr., 71, passed away Sunday, May 31, 2009 at his home. Joe is survived by his children, James Martin Beard of Bradenton, FL, Laura L. Smith of Battle Creek and Nanette Norman of Oroville, CA. He was preceded in death by his son Master Sergeant Joseph C. Beard Jr. No visitation is scheduled. To honor Joe's wishes a funeral service will be held at the family gravesite in Hick's Cemetery at 1:00pm, Wednesday, June 3, 2009. Memorial contributions may be given to the charity of choice. Arrangements are by Royal Funeral Home.

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Published by Battle Creek Enquirer on Jun. 2, 2009.

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David Roddy

June 3, 2009

Thinking of you. So sorry for your loss.

Robert,Eva and Family Sweet

June 2, 2009

We enjoyed and Loved Joe very much.Our family was blessed to know him. What great memories we have to share and remember.

June 2, 2009

So very sorry to hear Joe had passed away. He will be missed very much.
Our condolences to his Family.

Art & Lola Hedges, Bellevue, Michigan

John Bourdo

June 2, 2009

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

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