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Marsha Beard Obituary
She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Chester and Lucille Simmons and C.F. and Ella Stough.
Survivors include her husband, James Beard, Jr. of Duncanville; her daughter, Lindsay Hayward Shipe (Derek) of Tanner; her son, David M. Hayward of Tuscaloosa; her stepson, James “Bo” Beard, III of Brookwood; her sister, Kristi Simmons-Graham (Scott) of Duncanville; her brothers, Thomas L. Simmons (Katie) of Duncanville and Jerry S. Simmons of Tuscaloosa; her parents, Thomas S. and Sarah A. Simmons of Duncanville; her grandchildren, Elizabeth Hayward, Nevaeh Hayward, and Cassidy Hayward; and a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Marsha was born on November 7, 1964, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. She graduated from Central-East and attended Talladega School for the Deaf. She was a wonderful daughter, wife, sister, mother, Nana, and friend. She was truly a blessing and was loved by everyone who knew her. She always had a smile on her face and a hug in her heart. She was a great “Nana” and will be missed dearly by her granddaughters, whom she was very proud of! She was a terrific aunt to her nieces and nephews.
Her family would like to send many thanks to the Duncanville Volunteer Fire Dept., the Tuscaloosa Fire Dept., the Sheriff's Dept., members of Bible Baptist Church, and the many, many friends in the Duncanville community for all the thoughts, prayers, and visits, and especially Jefferson Park Independent Pentecostal Holiness Church.
Pallbearers will be Scott Graham, Tommy Smalley, Jerry Beard, Jr., Derek Shipe, Josh Moseley, and Eddie Vaughan.
Honorary pallbearers are Duncanville Volunteer Fire Dept., Tuscaloosa Fire Dept., and Tuscaloosa County Sheriff's Dept.
Condolences may be offered at www.memorychapelfuneralhome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Marsha Beard
Melanie
February 20, 2023
Gone but never ever forgotten I will always cherish my childhood memories with you! Rest In Peace sweet friend
June 3, 2010
Tommy and Sarah, I didn't know Marsha well, but the times I did see her, she was smiling and happy. We hope that your sorrow will soon end, and you will remember her for all the special qualities she had.
Henry and Jean Holley, Northport, Alabama
June 3, 2010
Sorry to have heard about your loss. May God bless you and your family and be with you during this time 0f need.
KATHY LARGIN
June 2, 2010
A PARENT IS DISTRAUGHT WHEN THEY LOSE A CHILD . BUT GOD WILL ALLOW US TO SEE THEM AGAIN 1 DAY . SENDING MY LOVE COUSIN KATHY
Dana Kelley
June 2, 2010
Tommy and Sarah, I just wanted to let you know that Kalob and I have kept you in our thoughts and prayers. I will never forget Marsha, she was such a sweet woman.
June 1, 2010
sarah, tommy and everyone, my heart felt sympathy and love goes to everyone. The love she shared with everyone will be in our hearts, always.
brad rossip (port charlotte,Fl)
Janet Patrick
March 2, 2010
Even though I was Marsha's aunt, we were only 6 years apart in age. Every day, memories keep coming to mind of times we had; me, Marsha, Thomas, playing together as kids. She was happy, all smiles, hugging, loving. Never asked for anything. I watched her grow into a young lady and she made a beautiful bridesmaid in my wedding. Then she grew and had her own family. I realized she never failed to send us a Christmas card. I will miss that... but I will miss her most. I wish I could have had one more hug. God has given her sweet joy and peace at last. Bud and J.J. you are loved and praying for you and all my family.
Danna Ledbetter (giles)
March 2, 2010
Im very sorry to hear about marsha, she was a wonderfu woman and always had a smile on her face. I loved her very much and she will be very missed. Im praying for all of the family.
david hayward
March 1, 2010
i feel as if i need to say somthing on this... my mom was somone in my life that could never be replaced . she never wanted nor needed much in life and she could make everything out of anything. i loved my mom with all of my heart. one thing that ill always know for sure is that noone could ever repace such a wonderful woman. ill never forget her.. i love you mom.
Kim&John Hayward
February 28, 2010
I am so so sorry to hear about Marsha. Please take comfort in knowing that you will see her again.
Linda Sexton
February 26, 2010
We are so sorry to hear of your tragedy. May God bless your family.
Buddy and Bonnie Espey and Linda Sexton
Patricia Boatner
February 26, 2010
May God bless this sweet family in there time of sorrow, Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you all. love you all.
Tammy Goins Smith
February 26, 2010
To the Simmons family... Just know that everyone in this neighborhood has you in their prayers. My heart breaks for every single one of you.
Tammy Goins Smith
Ginger Kizziah
February 26, 2010
I will always remember Marsha for being the only person I ever knew to ALWAYS have a smile on her face! She was the sweetest person I think I'll ever come across on this earth. God definately received an angel when he brought her back to him. It's hard now, but will be joyous in the end when we meet again! My heart goes out to all the Simmons' family. I have known ya'll for a long time and I truly love ya'll. Just know I'm right down the road and I'm just a phone call away if ya'll need ANYTHING at all!
February 26, 2010
Lindsay and Derek, We are so sorry for your loss. Draw close to God and He will draw close to you. Remembering you in our prayers during this sad time, Aubrey and Barbara Dale
Brenda Furr
February 26, 2010
You will be missed i use to live next door to your grandparents the Stough.your parents should remember us the Wallace on the corner of 27th and greensboro ave in the red brick house.
Ricky & Sissy Hallman
February 26, 2010
Tommy & Sara, Ricky and I are so sorry to hear about your daughter. Just wanted you and your family to know that y'all are in our prayers.
February 26, 2010
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Stephanie McBride
February 26, 2010
Although no words can really help to ease the loss you bear, just know that you are very close in every thought and prayer.
Melanie Mahmoud
February 26, 2010
Tommy, Sara Ann, and family,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Marsha. She was like a sister to me and we all will miss her dearly. I will always have the memories of playing school with her as a young child at Mrs. Stough's house. I will always remember her kind and loving character that inspires me till this day. I will get down to visit you as soon as possible. God be with all of you and you are all in my thoughts and prayers. I love you all. Melanie Mahmoud (Birmingham, Al)
February 26, 2010
Tommy, Sara Ann, and family,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Marsha. She was like a sister to me and we all will miss her dearly. I will always have the memories of playing school with her as a young child at Mrs. Stough's house. I will always remember her kind and loving character that inspires me till this day. I will get down to visit you as soon as possible. God be with all of you and you are all in my thoughts and prayers. I love you all. Melanie Mahmoud (Birmingham, Al)
Kim Lawson
February 26, 2010
Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with your family. We love you guys.
Jeremy and Kim Lawson
CHERYL DEAREN
February 26, 2010
THOMAS AND FAMILY I AM SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT THE LOSS OF YOUR DAUGHTER. GOD WILL BE WITH YOU. MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY GOES OUT TO YOU. MAY GOD BLESS YOU IN THIS TIME OF SORROW
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