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Mary Beard Obituary

HEPHZIBAH, Ga. - Mrs. Mary T. Beard entered into rest on Saturday, December 13, 2014. Funeral services will be conducted (today) Friday, December 19, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. from Ebenezer Seventh Day Adventist Church, 1699 Olive Road, Augusta. Interment will be in Hillcrest Memorial Park. The remains will lie in state at the church from 10:00 a.m. until the hour of service. The funeral procession will leave the residence at 9:45 a.m. W. H. Mays Mortuary, 1221 James Boulevard, Augusta, GA 30901 (706) 722-6401.

Published by The Augusta Chronicle on Dec. 19, 2014.
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A sweet soul remembered.

Brenda (Cooper) Jason

brenda jason

December 8, 2022

I send my condolences to the Beard family. I remember when you all would visit your relatives across the street from my house on Basin street. I always thought that your mom and dad (Sonny) were a cool couple.

Donald Davis

December 22, 2014

I send my condolences to the Beard family and I pray that the Lord God will comfort you during this time. Whenever I visited the store, she always had a smile on her face and held a short conversation me which was positive and complimentary. You guys were blessed with such a wonderful and beautiful mother, keep her blessing alive within yourselves.

Lewis Daniel-White

December 21, 2014

To the Family:
My thoughts and prayers are with you during your time of sorrow. I will always think of her as a helpful, kind and loving person.

Former co-worker
Clara Slater

Clara Slater

December 21, 2014

Dear Mike and Jesse,
I don't have to tell you that your mom was one of a kind...she was real. She loved her "boys" and I'm sure you'll continue her legacy of love, family and fun as you cherish your many memories.
Please know that I and all the Raines family love you guys, and that we'll remember your mom as a very special, beautiful lady as well as a wonderful teacher.
God bless you.

Claudette Martin

December 21, 2014

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Irma Green

December 18, 2014

Please know my thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time.

Bettye Cail-Bailey

December 18, 2014

Mike, my sincerest condolences for the loss of your mother. She was my eight grade math teacher. I have very fond memories of her class. She would give me a quarter for having the best grades on her test. I will always remember her kindness.

Deborah Webb

December 18, 2014

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Glenn & Ella Dinkins

December 18, 2014

No matter how much we know about death, it's not easy when we lose a love one. May your love, faith, and trust in God comfort you during this difficult time. Hold on to Mary's loving memories; she also lives in your hearts. You are in our prayers.

Richard and Pamela Bynes

December 18, 2014

To The Family: May The Lord God give you joy, peace and understanding during these hours of great sorrow.

Walter & Martha Clayton Jr.

December 18, 2014

Our prayers for peace and support during this difficult time.

Rayvelle Stallings

December 18, 2014

Victor Rosia Key May God bless the Family.

December 17, 2014

May God comfort you all in your time of loss.

ricky wortham

December 17, 2014

Mary was a beautiful person both inside and out. Michael and Jesse may God give you peace during your time of bereavement. Our prayers are with you both.

Maggie and Vicki Johnson

December 17, 2014

So sorry for the passing of Mary so lovely, and kind may the Lord Jesus grant you peace

Dora Dinkins, Marie, Betty and Willie Joe

Betty Hampton

December 17, 2014

Mike and Jesse, Jerry and I are deeply saddened for your loss. Ms. Beard touched our lives in a way no one else has. She brought so much joy to others. I was one of them. I truly enjoyed the outings we shared together when I was in the 8th grade and the many times I watched her class for her at Terrace Manor. She will always be with us; just remember how fortunate you have been to have her in your lives for all this time. Be blessed and know God does not make mistakes-
Pam and Jerry Reese

December 17, 2014

Michael and Cynthia:
Praying that God will give you the peace you need.

Joan Jenkins

December 17, 2014

Grief can be so hard during the holidays, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one this holiday season.

Jerry & Cynthia Ellison

December 16, 2014

My deepest sympathy to the family for the loss of your loved one. May you find peace during your bereavement.

Brenda Cooper Jason

Brenda Jason

December 16, 2014

Mike and Jesse,
Words are inadequate to describe how I feel about the passing of your mother. She, like your father, was someone who I admired and respected for well over forty years. Mrs. Beard was a fantastic role model, wonderful friend and excellent neighbor. Take comfort in knowing that she will not only be greatly missed by me and my family, but many whose lives she touched.

Benjamin and Sheila Hightower Allen

December 15, 2014

Our mother,Thelma, and Mary were the best of friends for decades. They shared in running Nearby Grocery. They talked on the phone a lot and Mary kept Momma laughing. I remember her as a lovely wife and mother a fine educator and (smile) who spoke "choice words" as part of any regular conversation, and a fine educator.
I hope she and Momma are starting a store in Heaven including penny candy, butter cookies, Popcicles and more.The Lord God is with her for eternity and we will see her again. Doris, Carmen, Greg.

Carmen Matthews

December 14, 2014

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