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Ralph Beard Obituary
AIKEN - Funeral services for Mr. Ralph J. Beard will be 11am tomorrow, September 28, 2018 at the Old Storm Branch Baptist Church, Clearwater, with Rev. Douglas A. Slaughter officiating. The remains will lie in state in the church from 10am until the hour of service. Interment will be in the church cemetery. The family will assemble at his residence, 684 West Pleasant Colony Dr. at 10am.
Family and friends may call the residence or after 1pm today at the funeral home.
G.L. BRIGHTHARP & SONS MORTUARY 390 BEAUFORT ST AIKEN (803) 648-0134
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Memories and Condolences
for Ralph Beard
Cassandra Meacham
September 28, 2018
Gerri,
I was very saddened to learn of your husband's passing. This is a time when words are sometimes inadequate to convey one's sentiments. So, I am wrapping you up in love and prayer with the hope that solace and comfort will soon fill your soul.
Sue and Bob Kimmel
September 27, 2018
Gei, So very very sorry. God bless you. Love Sue and Bob Kimmel
September 27, 2018
My heartfelt condolences for the loss of your loved one.May the God of all peace and comfort,strengthen the family during their hours of grief.2corinthins1:3,4
Jimmy & Jeanette Cue
September 27, 2018
Geri, Know that we hold you the family close in our thoughts and prayers. Our heartfelt condolences and love.
Susan Pooler
September 26, 2018
Geri, Ralph was truly the love of your life. May our God give you the strength required to get you through this horrible pain of loosing a love one. I know you will find peace in God as well as knowing that Ralph is resting in eternal peace in heaven.
Betty Gardner
September 23, 2018
To Geri& The Beard Family,
Sadly upon his depart but your love for him will never leave your heart. May God continue to bless you and give you strength during this difficult time.
Peace and Love,
Betty&Family
James & Glo Redding
September 22, 2018
In loving memory of a wonderful friend whom I will miss dearly. May God be with Gerri and the entire family in this time of sorrow.
Much love
Earlene, Tommie, Delicia Williams
September 22, 2018
To the Beard Family, "All the darkness in the world cannot extinguish the light of a single candle." May Ralph's memories continue to burn brightly in your hearts forever. with Our Love, The Williams Family
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