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Robert Beard Obituary
Louisville - Robert Allan Beard (Bob), 84, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 21, 2020.
Bob was born in Hardinsburg, KY to the late Thomas Miller Beard and Anna Lee Beard. He was a man of strong faith; faithfully attending Cedar Creek Baptist Church and most recently Highland Park Baptist Church. He was especially proud of the Fern Creek community that he called home for approximately 63 years. In fact, he was affectionately referred to as the " Mayor of Fern Creek". He lived a very purpose driven, community focused, servant life. Through the years, he filled numerous volunteer leadership positions in the community, including 25 years as the President of Fern Creek Babe Ruth as well as board level positions with Glenmary Homeowners Association, Fern Creek Optimist, Cedar Creek Baptist Church and Fern Creek Highview United Ministries (FCHUM). In 2007, he was charged with overseeing the construction of a new facility for FCHUM when the needs-based charitable organization consolidated their operations together in one facility. He was a self-taught builder who designed and built homes for himself, family and friends as well as providing oversight of major remodeling projects benefitting various civic organizations.
Along with his parents, his wife of 65 years, Henrietta Beard, and son-in-law David Hawkins have preceded him in death.
Left to carry on his wonderful memory are his children; Debbie Hawkins, Susan Blacketer (Mike) and Brad Beard (Patti); grandchildren, Matthew Hawkins (Maria), Andrew Hawkins (Meg), Daniel Hawkins (Taylor), Erin Davidson (Tyler), Trent Blacketer (Molly), Lindsay DeWitt (Dewey), Alex Beard and Quinn Beard; along with 13 great grandchildren.
A memorial gathering will be from 10:00am-2:00pm on Monday, October 26 at Arch L. Heady at Resthaven Funeral Home, 4400 Bardstown Road. We will celebrate Bob's life with a service at 2:00pm on Monday, October 26 at the funeral home. He will be laid to rest privately in Resthaven Memorial Park. A separate celebration of his life will be held outdoors at 10:00am at Fern Creek Park on Saturday, October 31, 2020.
Expressions of sympathy may be made to Fern Creek Highview United Ministries.
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Latanya & Courtney
November 1, 2020
“Our thoughts and prayers are with you.”
Mary Beth Baumler
October 27, 2020
Bob was a very kind man. I remember him from the ball park when our son played. But he also came to our greenhouses every spring for many years to buy his flowers. My husband George and I always looked forward to seeing him. I'm sure he will be missed. My condolences to his family.
Todd Haverly
October 27, 2020
I realized back in 1979 why they may have called Bob the "Mayor" when i was coming in from the parking lot for Opening Day at Fern Creek Ballpark .It had raining earlier and the fields where muddy and Bob was out on the field i was supposed to play on putting down Kerosene ( he was directing the application) so it could be lit in order to dry out the base path.I knew that man was in charge with the lighter and Pipe.I could go on and on about how dedicated he was to the Park and Community,but that says it all!
Linda
October 25, 2020
Brad and Patti, I am so sorry for your loss. I read of Mr. Beard’s contribution to baseball in the community. I have a great-grandson who is very involved in baseball, and I cannot say enough for those good people who give so much time and effort to makes sports available to young people. I know that over the years he has become a shining memory in many lives, both kids and parents.
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Ronald Fowler
October 24, 2020
Bob was a one of a kind. There was no one I respected across the board more than Bob in my lifetime. The work he has done over the years is incredible, and did it all for his community and especially our youth. The time he spent at Fern Creek Park to me is legendary. If any place needs a name attached to it, it should be that park. As moral and honest as a man could be. The trips to tournaments I took with Henrietta and Bob will always be with me. Her laugh when I'd give Bob a 'shot' was always a highlight. God bless you both, and it goes without saying job well done. My heart goes out to the family. They have lost a special man.
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