Roy-Beard-Obituary

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Roy Beard

Franklin, Indiana

Sep 21, 1924 – Nov 7, 2017

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BORN
September 21, 1924
DIED
November 7, 2017
LOCATION
Franklin, Indiana

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Roy Beard (93), of Morgantown, passed away peacefully in his home on November 7th, 2017. He was born September 21, 1924. Roy married Grace Ellen (Prather) Beard. She precedes him in passing.


Roy started farming in the 1950’s. Roy is known for his farming and gardening throughout the community. His vegetables surpassed those of other farmers. He loved walking his dogs 2 miles every day. Roy was a huge fan of the Indianapolis Colts and Indiana Pacers.


He is survived by his son, Patrick (Amy) Beard of Morgantown. Other survivors include grandchildren, Laiken Beard, Andrea (Steve) Daudy, Brian (Amanda) White, and Molly White; and 6 great grandchildren: Luke, Emma, Kate, Georgia, Kayla, and Noah.


Roy is preceded in passing by his parents. He is also preceded in passing by his daughter, Sue Ellen (Beard) White; granddaughter, Tammy Beard; and 5 brothers and sisters: Ella Mae, Lawrence, Loren, Charles, and Joseph.


Rev. Jeff Johnson will conduct a celebration of life service for Roy at 12:00 p.m. Saturday, November 11th, 2017 at Flinn and Maguire Funeral Home, 2898 North Morton Street (U.S. 31 North) in Franklin, with visitation starting at 11:00 a.m. until the time of service Saturday. Burial will be at First Mt. Pleasant Cemetery.

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Wonderful Memories Shared with this man! Rest in Peace, Roy!