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William Adolph Beard, age 86, of Rutherford, Tennessee, passed away from this life on July 3, 2012, at Gibson General Hospital. Funeral services will be conducted on Friday, July 6, 2012, at 10:00 a.m. in the chapel of Karnes & Son Funeral Home of Rutherford. Interment will follow in the Rutherford Cemetery, Rutherford, Tennessee.
William was born July 28, 1925, in Kenton, Tennessee; the son of the late RanDolph and Thelma Johnstone Beard. He was a proud Sub Vet of World War II, former alderman and Mayor of Rutherford, and a retiree from Trenton Brown Shoe Company. He was a member of the Rutherford First Baptist Church, the American Legion, and a life member of the US Submarine Veteran’s, Inc.
William is survived by his wife, Josephine Beard; two daughters, Sandra (Johnny) Cowan of Yorkville; Lisa (Doug) O’Neal of Jackson; a grandson, John David (Tabitha) Cowan and one great-grandson, Drake of Yorkville. He also leaves one sister, Annie Pearl (Clyde) Day of Millington, TN and several nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friends from 5-8 p.m. on Thursday, July 5, 2012. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the charity of organization of donor’s choice. Karnes & Son Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Mr. William Adolph Beard.
Charitable donations may be made in William's memory to the following organizations:
American Cancer Society
http://www.cancer.org
30 Speen St., Framingham, MA 01701
Tel: 800 952 7430 x4712
American Heart Association
http://www.americanheart.org
20 Speen St., Framingham, MA. 01701-4688
Tel: Tel: 800 662 1701
St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
http://www.stjude.org
501 St Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105
Tel: 901 495 3300
Veterans of Foreign Wars
http://www.vfw.org/index.cfm?fa=what.levelc&cid=177
VFW Memorial Building, 200 Maryland Avenue N.E., Washington, D.C. 20002
Tel: (202) 543-2239
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Rev. Charles & Rose Mays
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Posted Wed July 04, 2012
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We would like to extend our deepest sympathy to Josephine, Sandra, Lisa and their families on this sad occasion. May the grace and love of God surround you and let you know that God feels your hurt and knows what each of you need during this loss. (John 14:1-6)
Also remember that "Joy comes in the morning"
Charles & Rose Mays ... Sherwood, AR
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LINDA ALEXANDER
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Posted Wed July 04, 2012
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Beard family,the few years I knew Mr. Beard I grew to love him an Josephine. he was a loving, caring man for his family, he loved his girls so much. I know he he will be missed, but with prayer and time it will get a little easier. I pray God's blessing's on you all. love you.
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Gail Mays
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Posted Thu July 05, 2012
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Aunt Josephine and family, so sorry to hear about Uncle Adoph passing. my prayer is that God will wrap you in his loving ,comforting arms and give you comfort as only he can do. May God bless and keep you all! Love to all Gail Mays,Eddie Mays and Sabrina Mays the family of Ed Mays Jr.
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Lana Wooe - Manpower
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Posted Thu July 05, 2012
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Sandra,
So sorry to heard about the loss of your father. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. If you need anything let me know. I sure understand what you are going through.
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Lesa Eddlemon
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Posted Thu July 05, 2012
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Sandra & Family, We are so sorry for the loss of your Father. He will truly be missed by everyone that knew him. Love and prayers from the Eddlemon Family.
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Cheryl Baldwin (niece)
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Posted Fri July 06, 2012
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I am so sad for Aunt Jo, Lisa, Sandra, and everyone who loved my uncle. He is missed by all of us. His kindness, sense of humor and play, devotion to his family, dedication to his community and integrity seemed to have no limits and he was always fun to talk to and be around.
Our visits to your home, Aunt Jo, were among the highlights of our trips to Tennessee and you and Uncle Adolph always made me feel comfortable, at home and completely loved.
I will miss his wry smile and his warm, loving hugs. God bless all of you during this sad, sad time. My love to you. Cheryl
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Linda Gill Holley
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Posted Sun July 29, 2012
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Please accept my deepest sympathy on the passing of Mr. Adolph. I have so many good memories of all of us in Rutherford. Wishing you comfort and peace. Love to all of you. Linda
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