Freddie Beard
Fred Beard, 83, died Thursday, June 14, 2018, at his home in Beaumont, Texas, after a lengthy illness.
He leaves his wife of forty years, Karen; his four Daughters, Debra Coward (James) of Houston, Texas, Colleen Adkins (Gary) of Sour Lake, Texas, Lisa Womack (Greg) of Seabrook, Texas, Kim Wright of Pearland, Texas, and a son, Bernard ‘Buddy’ Proper, of Chaplin, South Carolina, sixteen grandchildren and six great grandchildren with another on the way. He is also survived by his sisters, Phyliss Richards, Jeffersonville, Indiana, and Connie Elmore, Louisville, Kentucky and his brother, Harvey Robinson, New Albany, Indiana. Fred was preceded in death by both parents, Viola and Harvey Basham, and siblings, Edna Jean Robinson and Daniel Basham.
Fred was born September 28, 1934, in New Albany, Indiana. He moved to Beaumont in 1958 after serving in the US Navy, where he raised his family and remained for the duration of his life. Fred retired from the Beaumont Fire Department in 1985 after twenty-two years of service. Fred was a master mechanic and ran his own service from home, along with his tax business.
A visitation will be held on Monday, June 18th at 5:00 p.m., followed by a Memorial Service at 6:00 p.m., at Broussard’s Mortuary, 2000 McFaddin Avenue, Beaumont, Texas 77701.
In lieu of flowers, a donation can be made to The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research (.88 of every dollar goes to research), at michaeljfox.org or P.O. Box 5014, Hagerstown, MD 21741. Praying for a cure for this dreadful disease.
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Memorial Service
Memorial Service
- 2000 mcfaddin avenue beaumont tx 77701
- 06/18/2018
- 6:00 pm
- 2000 mcfaddin street beaumont tx 77701
- 06/18/2018
- 10:13 am
Comments
KAREN BEARD
HE WAS THE LOVE OF MY LIFE, MARRIED TO HIM OVER HALF OF MY LIFE, LIFE WILL NEVER BE THE SAME WITHOUT HIM, I LOVED HIM SO MUCH, IT WILL BE AN HONOR TO CELEBRATE HIS LIFE MONDAY
Lisa Beard Womack
He was always our Constant. He always came for The holidays and called every birthday. He showed up early, he was never late. He always called me kid no matter what age I was. He taught me to be strong when the world was falling down around me and he showed me dignity when his world was crashing down. I love my Daddy and my heart is broken. He will always be my hero and I will always miss him. Rest In Peace Daddy.
RONNIE Scott
Uncle Fread acting .but I knew I wasone of his favorite nephews .from taking grandma to her 1st surgery. Pick me up from school told me whs t she was getting done 1st grade.Love man every since.
RONNIE Scott
And he could talk and knew something about anything if you needed help
Jim & Sandra McCoy
We will miss Fred dearly. You are in our thoughts and prayers. God bless you
Theresa Holstead
To Karen, Colleen, Debra, Lisa, Kim - Remembering your Dad, so many colorful memories! Wish we were there with all of you. Sending you love across the miles.
NL
My sincere condolences to the family at this difficult time. May you all seek God for comfort, peace, strength and support (2 Cor 1:3).
Rose Ann Russell
Dear family, I was sincerely sorry to hear about Fred's passing. I will always remember Fred's grin whenever he was playing a joke on you.. I know you will miss him and I will keep him and you all in my prayers. God bless you all.
Susan Collins
Karen, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Fred was such a nice man. I cannot imagine the depth of your grief but I do have faith that you will be given the strength to carry on with him forever in your heart.
Raymond Westman
Thinking of you at this difficult time. Freddie was a very good friend.
Melanie Alford Nunez
Dear Beard Family, I know that Fred and M.T. are looking to see what kind of trouble they can get into at this very moment.....and I'm sure the bullxxxx is flying and the others around are looking for their waders cuz the xxxx is getting deep! Thinking of you at this most difficult time.....may you find comfort in your memories and family and friends. I will be making a contribution to the Michael J. Fox fund in your daddy's honor. All my love and prayers!
Diane Cervantes
To Kim and all the family: So sorry for your loss it’s been 5 years next week lost my dad and I feel your heartache .. what a tribute never new your dad history only in jr high when I got the honor of meeting him . My sincerest condolences for your loss and may God give you all strength during this difficult time . Be Blessed and RIP Mr Beard. With Love
Rose Ann Russell
Dear family, I was sincerely sorry to hear about Fred's passing. I will always remember Fred's grin whenever he was playing a joke on you.. I know you will miss him and I will keep him and you all in my prayers. God bless you all.
KALINDA ADAMS
Colleen, I am so sorry for your loss! Please know I love you and you are in my heart and prayers during this difficult time.
Phyllis Richards
We always called him Pete his was our big brother took care of younger siblings till he left for Navy.He was are Hero .we all loved him and respected him no matter what.He will always be in our hearts .Karen God be with you now.Hes free from suffering and pain.He told me he was ready to go but just didn’t want to leave you.We will all be together again someday.Good bye my brother I love you. RIP
Arthur Vigeon and Donna Blincoe
Arthur knew Mr.Fred for some and I only met him a couple of time. Our condolences to you all.
R.H.
To the Family. Our sympathy. May God comfort and soothe you during your time of bereavement. Psalm 94:19
Kelli and Rick Cobb
Fred and Karen have been like family to us for over 40 years. Fred always had a great story to tell, and his beautiful wife, Karen, always had a great smile while he was telling it. Her love and admiration for him was always obvious! We will truly miss you Fred. We love you and Karen, we appreciate your friendship all of these years.
Michelle Alford Rasa
So very sorry to hear about the passing of Fred. Love and prayers to all of you
W. J.
To the family: May the God of all comfort strengthen the family during this difficult time in your lives. Those who are sleeping in death ( John 11:11) God keeps in his memory because they are precious in his eyes. My sincerest condolences.