Michael S. Beard

Here's the message I read at the graveside service.

September 13, 2003.

Eight years ago, at my wedding dinner, Mike stood up and said a few words in honor of my wife and me, and now I’m returning the favor.

When I think of Mike’s thirty-six years, my tendency is to think of Mike’s life as being cut short, but then I remind myself that there many different concepts of time - what is a long time, and what is a short time. I believe that Mike did lead...

Mike touched my life more than anyone ever realized. He had a passion for everything that he cared about that is rare. He will be missed, and he will be remembered. I am glad I was one of the lucky ones who had a chance to know him.