Richard Douglas Beard

Richard Douglas Beard, 64 of Lynchburg, passed away Sunday, December 12, 2021 at home. He was born on Monday, December 24, 1956 in Arlington, a son of the late Dannie A. Beard and Shirley Fizer Beard.
Ricky attended Lynchburg College, and owned and operated Beard & Son Landscaping.

He is survived by his son, Douglas A. Beard of Lynchburg, his sister, Maureen B. Miller of Myrtle Beach, SC. his brother Matthew W. Beard of Dry Fork, granddaughter Kelee R. Bowyer of Bedford, along with special nieces, nephews and family members. He was preceded in death by his sister Janice L. Beard.

The family will receive friends beginning at 1:00 PM on Sunday, December 19, 2021 at Updike Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Bedford and a memorial service will follow at 2 PM in the chapel with Rev. Wayne Murphy officiating.

Arrangements are being handled by Updike Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Bedford.
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