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Matthew Beard Obituary
Matthew E. Beard, 27, of Wilmington, died March 20, 2017. He was born Dec. 1, 1989 in Cincinnati, son of Eric E. Beard and Deborah Ward Beard of Wilmington. He attended Marva Collins Prep School, St. Xavier H.S., and graduated from Wilmington H.S. He was a 2016 graduate of Cincinnati State University. He had worked at ORC International and O'Charley's. He was a member of Bible Baptist Church in Wilmington. In addition to his parents, he is survived by a sister, Mackenzie Ruth Beard, and a host of family and friends. Funeral services will be 12:00 Noon, Thursday, March 30, 2017 at Bible Baptist Church, 55 Megan Dr. Wilmington, Ohio. Burial will be in Sugar Grove Cemetery. Friends may call from 9:00 AM - 12:00 Noon, Thursday at Bible Baptist Church. For more information or to sign the registry of condolences visit www.smithandsonfuneralhomes.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Matthew Beard
Ceira aka Vegas
September 13, 2024
One of my best friends ever. Love you Matt.
Deborah Moore
April 22, 2017
we love you Matthew
Sharon
March 31, 2017
Miss yu my friend.. fly high and spred those beautiful wings..
sandee glenn-williams
March 30, 2017
prayer go out to the family.... R.I.H...... Matthew love you always MRS. Sandee
Domenic Travis
March 30, 2017
Rest up homie... See u when I get there...
Lisa White
March 29, 2017
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Sandra Licis
March 29, 2017
Deborah and family, I am so sorry.
Elaine Higgins
March 29, 2017
I know that you are at piece now my friend!!
Elaine Higgins
March 29, 2017
My Dear Matt,
I'm going to miss the kind words and great advice you used to give me! To the family, you all are in our prayers, and we pray that you continue to be wrapped in the Lord. Matt meant a lot too so many people and he was a really great guy! I remember talking to him about Sky Diving and how I told him I was afraid of heights, but he always reassured me that I had nothing to be afraid of! I wanted to share the picture of him and Jordan that made me question his courage! I'm going to miss his soft words and big heart, but most of all I'm going to miss my friend!
Wendy McQuilkin
March 27, 2017
Deborah, My condolences to you and Eric in the passing of your precious son Matthew. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May Matthew Rest in Peace! I am so sorry, may your memories of Matthew bring you peace. Blessings!
Tiffany
March 27, 2017
So sorry for the family's loss. It's times like these when the loving promises of our heavenly Father can bring us comfort and can soften some of the pain we feel in our hearts. (1 Thessalonians 4:13,14) May God grant you guidance, strength and peace during your time of sorrow.
Jackie Shepherd
March 27, 2017
I am so very sorry for your loss, you are in my prayers.
Heather Schatzman
March 25, 2017
I was so sorry to hear of Matt's passing. He was such a great young man, who didn't know how wonderful he truly was. He always lifted my spirits when I wasn't feeling like myself, he was a great co-worker and friend! I hope that the Lord brings you peace at this most difficult time. My kind thoughts and prayers are with you all.
March 25, 2017
I'm so sorry for your loss. May the God of comfort bring your family peace and happiness.
March 25, 2017
So sorry for your loss. May you find comfort and strength in God's promise found at John 6:40
March 25, 2017
To the parents and family of Matthew, I was so saddened to read about your loss. The death of a child is one of the greatest tragedies that a family can ever face. May the wonderful memories of your loved one sustain you until God's promises are fulfilled. John 6:40
Bev Denier
March 24, 2017
Rest in peace, Matt. May your family find comfort in the Lord.
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