Brett Anthony Beard

Brett Anthony Beard, 24, of O'Fallon, IL, born on December 30, 1999, in Maryville, IL, passed away on Monday, July 22, 2024, at his home.
Brett was loved and cherished by his family and friends. From the time he was born, his smile would light up the room. He loved to go to concerts with his family and friends - old rock was his favorite. Some of his best times were spent on vacations with his mom and sister, traveling all over the United States. He was an avid gamer and had many friends in the gaming community. Brett's dream was to someday own many old-time muscle cars. He loved spending time with his family and friends. He will be greatly and forever missed by all who loved him.
Brett was preceded in death by his beloved grandmothers, Kathleen Milton and Lilian Payne.
Cherishing Brett's memory as his parents, Howard Beard II and Regina Collins; stepmother, Helen Beard; stepfather, John Sullivan; four siblings, Brooke Sullivan, Tabitha (Brandon) Knott, Ashley Beard, Howard Beard III; three step siblings, Cody
(Kristen) Stephens, Jake (Emma) Stephens, Allison Stephens; his aunts, Mary (Adnan) Osmand, Deana Milton; his uncles, Brant Collins, Chad Collins; and many cousins and friends.
Donations can be made to Stop Soldier Suicide; https://stopsoldiersuicide.org/. Condolences may be extended to the family online at www.schildknechtfh.com.
A visitation will take place on Saturday, July 27, 2024, from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., at Schildknecht Funeral Home; 301 S. Lincoln Ave., O'Fallon, IL 62269.
A funeral service will begin at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 27, 2024, at Schildknecht Funeral Home, with burial at O'Fallon City Cemetery immediately following.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Schildknecht Funeral Home.