of Roland, AR
September 25, 1941 - May 21, 2021
Kenneth M. (Ken) Beard, age 79 of Roland, transitioned from his earthly home to his heavenly home on May 21st, 2021. He will be greatly missed by his wife of 56 years, Phyllis Pedigo Beard, his children, Gina James (Terry), Amy Beard, and Aaron Beard (Leslie).
He was preceded in death by his parents Willie Carl Beard and Lula Woodall Beard, his siblings Willie Carl Jr., Lucille Howell, Doris Miller, and Johnny Beard. He is survived by his brother Ray Beard (Mary) of California.
Ken is survived by eight grandchildren: Justin James (Nikki), Jordan James, Megan Nelson, Samantha Nelson, Sydney Nelson, Kayla Beard (D.J. Speer), Jessica Thurman, and Tyler Taylor. He is also survived by eight great-grandchildren: Kylie Roberts, Emersyn James, Owen Yost, Collin and Caleb Butterworth, Trent
and Blakelynn Nelson, and Waylon Moore.
Ken was a former member of the Maumelle Volunteer Fire Department, and an active member at Little Rock West Assembly of God Church. He retired from the Little Rock School District. He spent most of his working career as a highly skilled HVAC-R technician.
Visitation with the family will take place on Monday evening, May 24,2021, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at Roller Chenal Funeral Home in Little Rock. Service will be Tuesday, May 25th, at 1:00 p.m. at Little Rock West Assembly of God Church, 16403 Lamarche Dr., Little Rock, AR 72223
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26 Condolence(s)
Mike Mackey
Tuesday, June 21, 2022
So very saddened to hear of the passing of Kenneth. He and my Dad, Jerry were best of friends growing up. We lost Dad in 1993. That was the last time I spoke with Kenneth at Dad's service. He gave me a big Ken hug and said, it's not every day you lose your best friend.
Kenneth Beard was an integral part of my childhood. What a wonderful sense of humor he had.
He lived what he believed. I truly loved the man.
God bless you and your family Phyllis.
I'll cherish his memory always.
Michael
Sandy Norby
Friday, May 28, 2021
You are all in our thoughts and prayersâ™¥ï¸ We love Uncle Kenneth. He was such a gentle person.
Keith and Michelle Shewmake
Tuesday, May 25, 2021
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
Linda and mark ingalls
Tuesday, May 25, 2021
There r no words that can bring him back but just know we r praying for the whole beard family. Ken was a kind sweet man and will always be missed. He has finished his race on earth and heard his lord say well done my good and faithful servant. Love u all
Janeann Jump Williams
Tuesday, May 25, 2021
Ken was a friend to all , He was a ray of sunshine on cloudy day. you could count on him to be faithful and true. Husband father brother grandfather great grandfather, and a friend.
Billy and Barbara Rogers
Monday, May 24, 2021
Very sorry for your loss
Dawn Bivins
Monday, May 24, 2021
To the Beard family,
I’m so sorry for your loss. I pray for your peace and comfort during the days of healing. I’ll will miss his smile and that remarkable, one of a kind, singing voice.
Danielle Westbrook
Monday, May 24, 2021
Ms. Phyllis and family, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Mr. Beard. He was a very special member of the community and will be greatly missed. Praying for you & your family during this season.
Louie Shelton
Monday, May 24, 2021
My fondest memories of Ken is when we would run through the wood with his brother Johnny and my nephew Gene, playing till after dark when our parents would call us in. Early 50's, 51-53. We used to play guitars with his mom and dad on their front porch which was next door to our house on taylor Loop. Love and prayers to all of his family.
Amanda Moss
Sunday, May 23, 2021
My thought and prayers for Aunt Phyllis and kids and grandkids. Uncle Kenneth was alway so kind and loving. It’s been many years since I was able to see him but I have never forgotten his kind soul. Prayers and hugs!
Randy Lively
Sunday, May 23, 2021
Dear Phyllis
I am truly sorry to hear of your loss. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.
Belinda
Sunday, May 23, 2021
I am so sorry for your loss. I will have you and your family in my prayers. He was such a Godly man and will be missed by many. Hugs!!
Marion L Weir
Sunday, May 23, 2021
Phyllis,
Tom and I can't begin to tell you how sorry we were to hear of Ken's death. Your friendship has been a gift to us for so many years, and we celebrate the love that you and Ken shared for so long. Please know that our prayers are with you and your family during this time of sorrow.
Susan Howell
Sunday, May 23, 2021
Dearest Family,
We are so sad over Kenneth’s passing but we will celebrate his caring and loving life by keeping memories close to our hearts. We know he is now experiencing indescribable peace, love and joy that gives all of us comfort as we have to say goodbye.
Sending love from your West Coast Familyâ¤ï¸
Marilyn Whitt
Sunday, May 23, 2021
So sorry Ken lost his battle he was a dear sweet cousin I will miss dearly. There are so few of the Beard family left. I pray for comfort of you and the kids hearts during grieving time in your lives , He and his beautiful voice will be missed by many. Wish our relationship had turned out differently, I did love Ken.
Sharon Nichols
Sunday, May 23, 2021
Aunt Phyllis,
I am blessed to have spent so much time with you and uncle Kenneth as a child. I know he is home with the Lord now, and he will be greatly missed, but I have joy knowing we will be reunited with him someday. I am always here for you if you ever need anything. May God continue to bless you and hold you close through this difficult time.
Love always.
Sharon
Madeline Gardner
Sunday, May 23, 2021
My dear friend Phyllis, words are so hard to express at a time like this...I can only say that my heart is breaking for you. You and Ken were so blessed to have been together for almost 57 years. My thoughts and prayers will be with you and your family.
We love you,
Madeline, Terry, and Michelle
Clarita L Lightner
Sunday, May 23, 2021
So sorry ms. Phillip for your families loss
Lance & Lorene Hopper
Sunday, May 23, 2021
Sorry to hear about you all loss our prayers be with you all at this time.
Lance Hopper
Benny and Carolyn Brooks
Sunday, May 23, 2021
So sorry for your loss. Prayers for the family.
Melanie Kamil
Sunday, May 23, 2021
My thoughts and prayers are with you all
Connie Martin
Sunday, May 23, 2021
I am so sorry for your loss he was a great man he will be missed. My prayers are with the family
Wilburn Harding
Saturday, May 22, 2021
So sorry to hear. the sad news of Ken's ending battle that he and all of you have experienced for so long, But we know he was spiritually ready My love and Hugs to all his family
David Lee Hudson
Saturday, May 22, 2021
So Sorry For Y'alls Family
ðŸ™For all .
Margie Pritchard
Saturday, May 22, 2021
Prayers for you all.
Mary Sue Harris
Saturday, May 22, 2021
Dear Phyllis and Family:
Ken was a wonderful friend. I always enjoyed his singing, he had a great voice and blessed many people with his songs. He was a very humble Christian man.
Revelations 21: 4 tells us that God will wipe away all tears from our eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, and no more pain.
Praying for all of you that God's Presence will surround you today and all the days to come.
Love you,
Mary Sue