Obituaries BEACH - BEDENBAUGH

PHILLIP BEACH
News Star World - February 13, 2017
Funeral services for Mr. Phillip Beach of West Monroe, LA will be 3:00pm Tuesday, February 14, 2017 at chapel of Griffin Funeral Home in West Monroe, LA with P with Pastor Robert Hill officiating. Interment will directly follow at Caldwell Cemete Cemetery in West Monroe under the direction of Griffin Funeral Home West Monroe Monroe. Visitation will be from 1:00pm until 3:00pm Tuesday at Griffin Funeral Home.
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Phillip Beach, was born June 18, 1950 to the union of Thomas and Mary Beach and pass passed from this life on February 11, 2017 in West Monroe, LA at the age of 66. He w He was a retired construction worker. Phillip, loved to garden and fish but most most of all he loved his grandkids.
He is preceded in death by his father, Thomas Henry; brother, Jimmy Beach and st stepfather, Pascal Caldwell.
Survivors include his children, Bobby Shane Beach and wife Tina of Fort Worth, TX, Leslie Gonzales and husband Christopher of West Monroe, LA, Shawn Gregorcyk of Crossett, AR and Kelli Pullin and husband Casey of Crossett, AR; mother, Mary; four siblings, Joey Beach and wife Cindy, Pam McHenry and husband Ernest, Charles Beach and wife Lynett and Lynette Lenard and husband Dennis all of West Monroe, LA.; ten grandchildren, Hayden Beach of Fort Worth, TX, Khloe Jackson of West Monroe, LA, Mason Gonzales of West Monroe, LA, Kaidyn Foreman of Crossett, AR, Madison Thomas of Crossett, AR, Alyssa and Tristan Gregorcyk of Crossett Crossett, AR, Lauren and Nathan Garrett of Decatur, TX, Travis Johnson of TX and Ben
and Ben Johnson of TX; great granddaughter Kinley Garrett of Decatur, TX. Also, survived survived by a host of nieces, nephews and friends.
Pallbearers will be Dereck Hill, Casey Beach, Cody Beach, Jamie Beach, Justin Whitak Whitaker and Jason McHenry.

MERLYN BEADLE, SR.
News Star World - January 05, 1999
Delhi - Merlyn Beadle, Sr., 67, a rancher, died Sunday. The funeral is 10 a.m. today at North Central Baptist Church near Delhi. Burial is at Crowville Masonic Cemetery, Crowville, under the direction of Cox Funeral Home of Delhi. Visitation is at the church until time of services today.

MARILYN BEAIRD
News Star World - December 01, 2016
A celebration of the life of Marilyn Beaird will be held on Friday, December 2, 2016 at 11:00 AM, in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe with Scott Holder officiating. Visitation will be held from 10:00 AM until 11:00 AM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home. Interment will be at Highland Memorial Gardens Cemetery in Jackson, Tennessee, Saturday, December 3, 2016 at 2:00 PM.
Marilyn Wilson Holder Beaird, 83, was born in Bruceton, Tennessee on April 30, 1933. She moved into her heavenly home on Wednesday, November 30, 2016, after a long and full life followed by a brief illness. Marilyn taught piano to many in the Twin Cities area and also played piano and organ at several area churches. She served her Lord faithfully with the talent He gave her, and music was the joy through which she expressed her faith.
Mrs. Beaird is survived by her husband of 31 years, James C. (Jim) Beaird (West Monroe), sons; Richard Holder and wife Juanita (McAllen, TX), Scott Holder and wife Dawn (Calhoun), two step-sons; Lee Beaird and wife Kathy (West Monroe), Lane Beaird and wife Dianne (West Monroe), and a host of grandchildren and friends.
In lieu of flowers memorials can be made to her church, Cross Point Ministries, P.O. Box 1144, West Monroe, LA or the Kitty Degree Cancer Center in Monroe.

JESSIE LEE WILLIAMS BEAL
News Star World - April 02, 2015
Mrs. Jessie Lee Williams Beal, age 81, entered into eternal peace during the morning of Saturday, March 28, 2015, with her loving family by her side. Mrs. Beal was born to the union of Mr. Jesse C. Williams and Mrs. Eliza Williams on September 14, 1933 in Monroe, Louisiana. She was a member of True Vine Missionary Baptist Church for 75 years where she was very active in Sunday School, Mission, VBS, and numerous other auxiliaries. Mrs. Beal was a 1951 graduate of Monroe Colored High School. She then graduated from Grambling College in 1955 with a Bachelors in Education.
She married Mr. Alex James Beal (deceased) of West Monroe in Nov. 1955 and was blessed with two children, Roderick C. Beal (deceased) and Renita Maria Beal Handy. She was a dedicated 3rd and 4th grade teacher at Lincoln Elementary School for thirty-one (31) years. She retired in May 1987 and had the opportunity to enjoy 27 years of retirement. In addition to teaching, Mrs. Beal loved to create flower arrangements, needlepoint and design hats with her special touch. She shared her many gifts, especially helping others, cooking and giving to numerous charities. Her sweet and gentle demeanor will always be remembered.
Left to cherish her precious memory is her devoted daughter, Renita Beal Handy, and dearest Granddaughter, Adia Handy. Also her adoring siblings Mrs. Clevonease Johnson, Mrs. Vergie Scott (James), Mr. Alfred E. Williams, Mrs. Wanda Faye Lambert (Wiggins), Mr. Carl E. Williams (Marie), Ms. Annie Booker, SFC Frederick D. Williams, Retired - Purple Heart Recipient, Mrs. Debra Alexander Reed (Carl) and Mr. Michael Alexander; Ms. Bert Menyweather, Mr. James Aubrey, Jr. (Beverly), Mr. Floyd Edward, Mr. Joe Ben Aubrey (Mary), and Mrs. Mattie A. Morehead (Wurostek). In addition remembering Mrs. Beal is a host of nieces, nephews, grand-nieces, grand-nephews, other family members, close friends, True Vine Sunday School Adult Class #3, former colleagues, and neighbors.
The family would especially like to thank the staff at Specialty Hospital at St. Francis Hospital, Dr. Sam and Dr. El-Malah for their special care and kindness.
Funeral services: 11:00 AM Saturday, April 4, 2015 at True Vine Missionary Baptist Church (Monroe). Visitation today 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM with a family hour 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM at Millers Funeral Home.

JULIA K. BEAL
News Star World - March 31, 2016
Memorial services for Mrs. Julia K. Beal of Jonesboro, LA will be 10:30 AM Friday, April 1, 2016 at St. Lucy's Catholic Church in Hodge, LA with Father Pat Madden officiating. Visitation will be from 9:30 AM until time of service Friday at the church. Arrangements are under the direction of Griffin Funeral Home West Monroe.
Mrs. Beal was born November 6, 1942 in Pine Bluff, AR and passed from this life on March 30, 2016 in West Monroe, LA at the age of 73. She was retired school teacher from the Jackson Parish School System, former Woman of the Year in Jackson Parish, and was a current employee of the Jackson Parish Sheriff's Department.
She is preceded in death by her husband, James E. Beal and her parents, Ione and Roy Suttle.
Survivors include her son, Harlan E. Harvey, Jr. and one brother, Henry Suttle, and a host of extended family and friends.
In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that memorials be made in her honor to St. Lucy's Catholic Church in Hodge, LA.

ROGER EDWARD BEALL
News Star World - April 13, 2017
Services for Mr. Roger Edward Beall, 77 of Winnsboro, LA will be at 11:00 a.m. Friday, April 14, 2017 at First Baptist Church in Winnsboro with Bro. Craig Beeman officiating. Interment will follow in Crowville Masonic Cemetery, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home in Winnsboro.
Mr. Beall was a United States Army Veteran, stationed in Fort Knox, Kentucky, trumpet player in the 113th Army Band, Editor of Louisiana Farmer Magazine, cotton farmer, Beall Farms, Inc., political candidate for State Representative/Congress, active trumpet player, playing "Taps" at many veterans funerals across Northeast Louisiana. A Christian, and member of First Baptist Church in Winnsboro. He served as Vice-Commander 5th District Louisiana American Legion. He worked to see 5th District Louisiana American Legion become #1 District in Louisiana, and U.S. Active Veteran V.F.W, American Legion. Active 24-7 working with political leaders to reinstate FDR Glass Steagall Act to restore the U.S. Credit System for "We the people, Not They the Wall Street Bankers." Held a BS degree in Agriculture from U.L.M. in Monroe, LA, enjoyed walking everyday on the great Winnsboro walking trail, to get out and about in the fresh air to meet interesting people. He was also elected to Louisiana Delegate American Agriculture Movement, working with U.S. Congress, House/Senate, and Louisiana State House/Senate.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Virgil R. and Ruby Mae Hanson Beall.
Survivors include: Son, Edward Beall and wife Krystal Beall, sister, Sue Manning and husband James, grandchildren; Benjamin Beall, Dawn Albritton, Patience Collum, and Jillian Collum, and life-long friends, Vicki Pepper, Tammy Champlin Edwards, and Stacy Robinson.
Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. till 8:00 p.m. Thursday, April 13th at Mulhearn Funeral Home in Winnsboro.

DEWANNA GAIL BEARD
News Star World - November 22, 2008
Graveside Services for Mrs. Dewanna Gail Beard, 47, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00 PM Sunday, November 23, 2008 at the Mt. Vernon Baptist Church Cemetery in West Monroe, LA with Rev. Rick McPhearson officiating under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA.
Dewanna was born on February 27, 1961 and passed away in Venice, LA on November 19, 2008.
She is preceded in death by her mother, Earline Beard and her grandparents, Jack and Ida Beard and Joseph and Margarete Bayles.
Survivors include her two sons, Michael Wayne Dulaney and Robert Paul Miller and wife Ashley; two grandsons, Kaiden William Brown and Alexzander David Miller; father, Wayne Beard; sister, Lynn Cowan and fiancé Todd Allen; brother, Mark Beard; special friend of 14 years, Randy Mercer; Uncles, Gene Bayles and wife Dottie and Louis Bayles and wife Barbara; a niece and three nephews.
Pallbearers will be Michael Dulaney, Robert Miller, Todd Allen, Jason Cowan, Cody Cowan, Justin Beard, Randy Mercer, Joshua Bourdlen, and Ricky Vallerette.
Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM Saturday at Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA.

EMILIA CAWTHON BEARD
News Star World - November 17, 2014
Funeral Services for Mrs. Emilia Cawthon Beard, 66, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00 P.M. Tuesday, November 18, 2014 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA with Rev. Kevin Stewart officiating. Interment will follow in the Kilpatrick's Serenity Gardens in West Monroe, LA.
Emilia Cawthon Beard was born on July 23, 1948 in Winnfield, LA and passed away on November 16, 2014 in West Monroe, LA after a brief illness. She was a retired Retail Merchandiser with Hallmark Greeting Cards. Emilia is preceded in death by her parents, Bacil and Betty Cawthon; and by her sister, Delores Vaughn Poss.
Survivors include her husband, Walter "Ed" Beard, III; daughters, Laura Nikki Beard Kilpatrick and husband, Chad, and Sabrina Beard Cole and husband, Scott; grandchildren, Hunter Cole and Emilia Mae Cole; sister-in-laws, Janet Beard Ross and husband, Don and Gayle Beard Bryan; along with several nieces and nephews.
Pallbearers will be Scott Cole, Chad Kilpatrick, Don Ross, Dan Windham, Mike Windham, and Steve Bryan. Honorary Pallbearer will be Vic Simmermaker.
Visitation will be held from 4:00 P.M. until 7:00 P.M. Monday, November 17, 2014 at Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA.
Memorials may be made to the Cancer Foundation League of Northeast Louisiana.
The family would like to give a special thank you to the staffs of Louisiana Hospice, Glenwood ICU and Glenwood 4 North for the love and care showed during Mrs. Beard's illness.

HELEN M. JACKSON BEARD
News Star World - May 18, 2009
[08/26/1924 - 5/16/2009] Funeral services for Mrs. Helen M. Jackson Beard, 84, of West Monroe will be held at 10:00 AM Tuesday, May 19, 2009 at Mt. Vernon Baptist Church with Rev. Rick McPhearson officiating. Interment will follow at Mt. Vernon Church Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.
Mrs. Beard was a member of Mt. Vernon Baptist Church where she was active in her Sunday School Class. She retired from Woodlawn Elementary School Cafeteria after many years of service. She enjoyed working with ceramics, crocheting, and especially yard work and flowers.
She is survived by her husband, E. V. "Buddy" Beard Jr.; children, Gordon E. Beard and wife Elizabeth and Vicky B. Thomas; grandchildren, Yancey S. Thomas, USN, Brandon E. Beard, Jessica M. James, Nicholas G. Beard, and S. Alex Beard; great grandchild, Dayton Beard LeJeune; sister, Virginia Crowell Heckford; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM Monday at Mt. Vernon Baptist Church, West Monroe.
The family would like to express their appreciation to Jayme Wamble, Janice Beard, Carla Cummings, and Glenwood Home Health Care for their care of Mrs. Helen.
Memorials may be made to American Breast Cancer Foundation or St. Jude Children's Hospital.

JACK BEARD
News Star World - March 06, 2017
Born Sept. 30, 1923, in Ruston, Louisiana, to Edgar Bert Beard and Lela Mae Beard. Jack Beard grew up in Homer, Louisiana. A World War II veteran, Jack served in the US Army Air Corps and was stationed in North Africa and the Middle East. After the war, Jack enrolled in the art department at Louisiana Tech where he met and married Emma Lou.
Jack was a well-respected art professor at Louisiana Tech from 1963 to 1984. After retiring from Louisiana Tech, Jack served on the Police Jury for 24 years, eight of which he served as President. During his tenure on the Police Jury, he worked to establish the Lincoln Parish Park, renovate the Lincoln Parish Library, and spearheaded efforts to save the Sparta Aquifer.
As a faithful follower of Christ, he has been a member of the Temple Baptist Church since 1969. He was an ordained deacon. One of his favorite pastimes was drinking coffee with his friends at the bank.
Preceded in death by his parents and brother Lehman Beard. He is survived by his wife of 68 years, Emma Lou Borland Beard; his daughter Rebecca Pendergrass (Roy), and son Jon Beard (Marla); grandchildren: Laura Pendergrass, Emily Pendergrass, Peyton Beard (Jessica), Aubrey Beard, and Forrest Beard.
Visitation with the family to celebrate the life of Jack Beard will be held from 5:00pm to 7:00pm Monday, March 6, 2017, at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston. The funeral service will be held at Temple Baptist Church at 2:00pm on Tuesday, March 7, 2017. Jack passed away on March 4, 2017, at the age of 93 and will be buried in a private family graveside service.
Pallbearers will be Bill Cox, James, Davison, Richard Durrett, Dan Hollingsworth, Ted McKinney, and Jerry Smith. Honorary pallbearers will be Lynn Hawkins and Billy Jack Talton.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Lincoln Parish Library.

JAMES ARVILLE BEARD
News Star World - April 13, 2016
James Arville Beard of McGehee, Arkansas passed away April 10th, 2016 in Hot Springs, Arkansas. He was born September 26th, 1938 in Iota, Louisiana to Arville and Earnestine (Cart) Beard.
Mr. Beard was a graduate of Northeast Louisiana University with a degree in pharmacy. He married Ann Andrews August 31st, 1963 in Monroe, Louisiana. He was a member of Saint Mary's Catholic Church of McGehee, Arkansas. He was a member of Kappa Alpha Order Fraternity. He was a retired pharmacist from Wal-Mart Pharmacy in Greenville, Mississippi. He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends, fishing, and going to the horse races.
He is survived by his wife Ann Andrews Beard of McGehee, Arkansas, son Jay Beard of Springdale, Arkansas, son Beau Beard and wife Shea Beard of McGehee, Arkansas, brother Leonard Beard and wife Karen Beard of Crowley, Louisiana, sister Elizabeth (Sis) Gardiner and husband Tommy of Crowley, Louisiana, three grandchildren Jack, Anna Claire, Mary Stewart Beard and several nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents, Arville and Earnestine Beard, brothers Hershal Beard, Hillery Beard and Harold Beard.
Visitation will be Thursday, April 14th at Griffin-Culpepper Funeral Service in McGehee, Arkansas from 5:00-7:00 PM with Rosary following at 7:00 PM. Funeral services will be Friday, April 15th at Saint Mary's Catholic Church in McGehee, Arkansas at 11:00 AM, with burial following at McGehee Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be Philip Cingolani, Danny Day, Jr., Scott Day, Barry Dopson, Michael Efird, and Andy Gill.
Honorary Pallbearers will be Bill Bowman, Larry Bratton, Freddie Cummings, Raymond Day,Hayden Harper, Jr, Bill Hodge, Billie Joe Myers, Johnny Lauve, Steve Simpson, and Charlie Turner.
In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, P.O. Box 1000, Dept. 142, Memphis, TN 38105 or Paws and Claws Humane Society of McGehee, P.O. Box 975, McGehee, AR 71654. Arrangements by Griffin- Culpepper Funeral Service of McGehee, AR.

JUSTIN LEVI BEARD
News Star World - May 03, 2017
Funeral Services Celebrating the Life of Justin Levi Beard, 26, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, May 4, 2017 at the First Baptist Church Worship Center in West Monroe, LA with Rev. Jeff Luellen and Rev. Chad Ballard officiating. Interment will follow in the Mt. Vernon Baptist Church Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA.
Justin was born on August 3, 1990 and passed away on Sunday, April 30, 2017. He was a deputy with the Ouachita Parish Sheriff's Office. Justin loved to hunt, ride four-wheelers with his family and went fishing with his father-in-law as much as he could. He had a talent to fix any kind of four-wheeler with anything he c he could get his hands on. He would help anyone if he could. Justin loved his chil children and always put them first and he always enjoyed being with his friends.
He was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, Marvin Louis Bailey, Sr.; an and maternal grandmother, Margie Earlene Beard.
Survivors include his wife, Megan Beard; children, Taylor, JJ and Jaxson; mother, Karen Beard; stepfather, Shannon Fletcher; little brother, Tate Beard; father, Mark Beard; paternal grandparents, Wayne and Leotta Beard; maternal grandmother, Levern Bailey; mother and father-in-law, Denetta and Darrell Ar Arrant.
Pallbearers will be Joseph Davis, Ryan Beaudion, Winn McManus, Danny Cascio, Marvin Bai Marvin Bailey and Jessie Cartlidge.
Honorary Pallbearers will be Allen McMillon, Johnathan Davis and Colby Ainswort Ainsworth.
Visitation will be held from 4:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. on Wednesday, May 3, 2017 a 2017 at First Baptist Church in West Monroe, LA.
A memorial account has been set up at Ouachita Independent Bank for Justin's fami family.

LOIS MARINE HENDRIX BEARD
News Star World - December 16, 2008
[07/12/1914 - 12/14/2008] Funeral services for Lois Marine Hendrix Beard, 94, of West Monroe will be held at 2:00 P.M. Wednesday. December 17, 2008 at Mt. Vernon Baptist Church, West Monroe with Rev. Rick McPhearson and Rev. Danny Chance officiating. Interment will follow at Mt. Vernon Baptist Church Cemetery.
Mrs. Beard was a member of Mt. Vernon Baptist Church. She is preceded in death by her husband, Terrell P. Beard; daughter, Janice A. Beard; and seven brothers and sisters.
She is survived by her daughter, Katherine Beard McManus and husband Donnie R. and their children, Randy McManus and wife Beverly and children, Quincy and Lacy; Judy McManus Barnes and husband Bobby and children, Courtney Silmon and fiancé Jamie Parrott and son Ethan Parrott; and B.J. Barnes; and Michelle McManus Dycus and husband Dub; son, Benny T. Beard and wife Janice A. and their children, Rhonda Beard Walker and husband Keith and children Garrett and Morgan; Prentice "Buster" L. Beard and daughter, Madi Beard; and Amanda K. Beard; brother, Albert "Buck" Hendrix; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Pallbearers will be Dub Dycus, Buster Beard, Keith Walker, Danny Gaston, Bobby Barnes, and Quincy McManus.
Visitation will be from 5:30 P.M. until 9:00 P.M. at Mt. Vernon Baptist Church, West Monroe.

CONNIE MACK BEARDEN
News Star World - May 09, 2014
[November 14, 1940 - May 6, 2014] Memorial services for Connie Mack Bearden, 73, of Farmerville, will beheld at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, May 10, at Sardis Baptist Church. Officiating will be Rev. Louis Bartett.
Mr. Bearden, retired painter/carpenter was a loving husband and father, enjoyed hunting, fishing and cooking for his family and friends. He never met a stranger and welcomed all with his giving, caring, joking personality.
He was preceded in death by wife Lendy Bearden, son, Tony Bearden, Mr. and Mrs. Con "Slick" Bearden; brothers G.C. Bearden, Bobby Bearden and sister Minnie Lee Bearden.
Survivors include: Sister Audrey Brooks, Pine Bluff, Von Bearden and wife Glenda, Farmerville, niece and caregiver Monica C. Breedlove, Farmerville, special nephew: Robert Kavanaugh and wife Toni, Dallas, TX, nephews: close nephews: Tim Bearden, Farmerville, and Mark Bearden, Farmerville, as well as, a host of family and friends.
Visitation to be held: Friday, May 9, 2014, 5:00-8:00 pm, Sardis Baptist Church, Farmerville. Burial will follow at Sardis Cemetery. Arrangements made by Killpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville, LA
Honorary Pallbearers: Lavosse McCleod, John Johnston, Kerry Allison, Clark Redden and Johnny Popwell.
Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association.

DONNY COLE BEARDEN
News Star World - December 19, 2012
Funeral Services for Mr. Donny Cole Bearden will be held on Friday, December 21, 2012 at 10:00 AM at Sardis Baptist Church in Farmerville with Rev. Buddy Buie and Rev. Wendell Sellers officiating. Interment will follow at Sardis Cemetery in Farmerville under direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Farmerville.
Mr. Bearden was born on February 2, 1950 and passed away on December 17, 2012. He was an avid hunter & outdoorsman who loved spending time gardening. He also enjoyed square dancing for many years.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Elaine Cole Bearden.
He is survived by his father, Hank Bearden of Farmerville, LA; siblings: Mary Robinson of Hamburg, AR; Randy Bearden of Downsville, LA; Jeanette Webb of Spearsville, LA; nieces and nephews: Tammy Lowery, Tracy Maxwell, Wendy Holland, Mark Bearden, Brandon Bearden, Laura Dupree, Kay Tatum and David Morris. Special friend: Beth Long; a host of great nieces and nephews, great - great nieces and nephews; and other family and friends.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, December 20, 2012 from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Farmerville.

DURWARD O. BEARDEN
News Star World - July 05, 2015
Funeral services for Durward O. Bearden, 93, of West Monroe LA will be held at 10:00 AM, Monday, July 6, 2015 in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Rev. Tuck Roberts, Dr. Lionel Crowell and Rev. Calton Yeager will officiate. Interment will follow at St Pascal's section in Hasley Cemetery on Arkansas Road in West Monroe under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe.
Durward was born March 11, 1922 in Wilhite, LA and died peacefully at home with his daughter on June 30, 2015 in West Monroe. He was preceded in death by wife Dorothy "Dot" BeDoit Bearden; brother, Norwood Bearden; sister, Patsy Bearden Revill; mother, Tina Henry Bearden; father, Ernest O. "Boss" Bearden; numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. He was a longtime member of Ridge Avenue Baptist Church. A U.S. Army veteran of World War II, he served in the Pacific Theater with the 88th Signal Battalion during the campaigns for the Northern Solomons and the Island of Luzon in the Philippines. He received numerous accommodations including two bronze stars.
After WWII, Durward joined South Central Bell Telephone Company where he helped run some of the first telephone lines in Louisiana. He supervised areas in Lake Charles, Baton Rouge and Monroe. Durward was the past president of the Telephone Pioneers of America. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and good times with family and friends.
Mr. Bearden is survived by daughter, Terri Gilmer and husband Jim; brothers, Kermit Bearden and wife Darlene, Ben Bearden and wife Sally; sister-in-law, Zemma Bearden; brother-in-law, Gene BeDoit and wife Karen; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
Pallbearers will be Steve Bearden, Stan Bearden, Kevin Bearden, Bob Hodge, Bob Hodge, Jr. and Trey Bowling. Honorary pallbearers are the Ridge Avenue Baptist Church Senior Sunday School Class.
Visitation will be held Sunday, July 5, 2015 from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe.
A special thanks to the wonderful people at Cornerstone Hospital, LA Hospice and Palliative Care, and his devoted aides.

FRANCES LOUISE BEARDEN
News Star World - April 09, 2009
Funeral services for Mrs. Frances L. Bearden, 78, of West Monroe, LA will be held 10:00 AM, Friday, April 10, 2009 at First Apostolic Church of Monroe. Rev. R. L. Endsley and Rev. Simeon Strickland will officiate. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA.
Mrs. Bearden was born July 26, 1930 in Delhi, LA and passed away April 7, 2009 in West Monroe, LA.
She was preceded in death by her sisters, Robbie Raines, Ruth McKnight, Dollie Henry, Maggie Hopper and Bertha Sturdivant; brothers, Percy Higgins and Johnny Higgins.
She is survived by sons, Larry Bearden and wife Judy and Gerald Bearden and wife Daphne; daughters, Regina Popovic and husband Zeljko, Cynthia Burford and husband Larry Wray and Cheryl Martin and husband Richard; also survived by 13 grand-children, 2 step-grandchildren and 1 great-granddaughter.
Grandsons will serve as pallbearers.
Visitation will be Thursday from 5:00 pm until 8:00 pm at the church.

HALLE ALICIA BEARDEN
News Star World - August 12, 2015
A Celebration of Life for Halle Alicia "Lisa" Bearden of Calhoun, La will be 10:00am Friday, August 14, 2015 at Cedar Crest Baptist Church in West Monroe, La with Rev. David Moreland officiating. Visitation will be from 9:30am until time of service at the church. Arrangements are under the direction of Griffin Funeral Home West Monroe.
Ms. Bearden was born October 16, 1960 in Kansas City, MO and passed from this life on August 10, 2015 in West Monroe, La at the age of 54. Lisa was loved by many and had special friendships with some that lasted over 30 years. She was a free spirit, and loved nature and the simple things in life. She had a passion for animals and enjoyed spending her time sitting on her porch, looking across the pond. She was very creative and enjoyed arts and crafts, traveling and playing with her grandchildren.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Jerry Wayne Bearden and her parents, Everett Irvin Willis and Willa Dean Robbins.
Survivors include her sons, Ryan Johnson & wife Lacey of West Monroe, Jerry Wayne Bearden, II & wife Ashley and Mitchell Bearden all of Calhoun; three grandchildren, Rylan Johnson, Tytan Johnson and Kylie Bearden; one brother, Everett Irvin Willis, II & wife Reina of Houston, TX; one sister, Jaki Wilkinson of Monroe; also survived by a host of nieces, nephews and friends.

KATIE CATHLEEN BEASLEY
News Star World - June 24, 2017
Funeral services celebrating the life of Mrs. Katie Cathleen Beasley, 101, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00 P.M. Sunday, June 25, 2017, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe, LA with Rev. Charles Martindale officiating. Interment will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery.
Mrs. Beasley died June 22, 2017, at the West Monroe Guest House.
Mrs. Beasley was a member of First Baptist Church in West Monroe since 1942. She was very active in church activities, serving as a Sunday School teacher for 35 years, Prayer Partner for Kids Hope, Women on Missions, Keenagers and she was a member of the Williams and Vines Sunday School Class. Katie was a charter member of the Glenwood Ladies Auxiliary.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Neal and Olivia McKaskle; her husband, Jack Bird Beasley; Sisters, Ona Sikes, Etheleen Porter, Mary Patrick, and Jackie Petkovsek; Brothers, Cary and Coy McKaskle and Willie Sullivan.
Survivors: her daughter, Melba Wilhite; don and daughter-in-law, Jack Bunn and Debbie Beasley; grandchildren, Courtney Beasley, Kyle Beasley and wife, Kelli, Ross Wilhite and wife, Sybol, and John Mark Wilhite and wife, Sherri; 7 great grandchildren, Brooks, Brett, Brinley, John Ross, Sidney Wade, Heather and Hope; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be Noon until service time Sunday at Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe, LA.
Memorials may be made to the Louisiana Baptist Children's Home in Monroe, LA.

MAGGIE MAGNOLIA WARREN BEASLEY
News Star World - September 10, 2008
Funeral Services for Mrs. Maggie Magnolia Warren Beasley, 94, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 1:00 P.M. Thursday, September 11, 2008 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA with Rev. Charles Martindale officiating. Interment will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be Thursday from Noon until service time and immediately following the services.
Mrs. Beasley died September 8, 2008 at Stoneybrook Assisted Living.
Mrs. Beasley was a lifelong resident of West Monroe and an active member of the Eastern Star for many years; a faithful member of the First Baptist Church in West Monroe, LA. for over sixty-five plus years until her health prevented her attending services. She and her husband enjoyed many trips with their Sunday School friends in past years. She was employed for twenty-five plus years at Monroe Steam Laundry until her retirement; but remained active and worked several more years for different businesses in the Twin Cities.
Preceded in death by her husband, L. S. Beasley; son, Raymond Beasley, mother, Vida Veasey Warren; father, Tip E. Warren; two sisters and two brothers.
Survivors include her grandsons, David Beasley and Jonathan Beasley; one great grandson; very special nephew and niece, Rev. Otis "Buddy" Moore and wife Naomi; Dianne Hibbard and husband Butch; sister-in-law, Katie Beasley; several nephews, nieces and other family members and many friends.
Memorials may be made through First Assembly of God Church in Jackson, MS or Harvest Assembly of God Church in West Monroe, LA.

F. A. BEAUCHAMP
The Daily Leader, Ruston, LA - Monday, January 20, 1930
News was received in Ruston Saturday of the death of F. A. Beauchamp, 26-year-old former Ruston man but recently of Monroe, who died in a Monroe Sanitarium Saturday afternoon at 1:30 o'clock following an operation for appendicitis from which he failed to recover.
Mr. Beauchamp, connected with the Quality Grain Feed and Commission Company, was stationed in Ruston until his transfer to the Ouachita city some three years ago, and while in Ruston he made a wide circle of friends who mourn his passing. He was married to Miss Angie Baker, a popular graduate of Louisiana Polytechnic Institute, soon after her graduation from that institution three years ago.
Funeral services were conducted at the family residence at 1610 St. John street with the Reverend W. W. Drake in charge, after which interment took place in the City cemetery.
Besides Mrs. Beauchamp the deceased is survived by his parents and two brothers all of Cleveland, Texas.
--Contributed by Dorothy Rinehart Taylor

WESLEY E. BEAUDION
News Star World - August 05, 2016
Celebration of Life for Mr. Wesley E. Beaudion, 39, of West Monroe, LA, will be 10:00 AM Saturday, August 6, 2016, in the chapel of Griffin Funeral Home in West Monroe with Rev. Raymond Gills officiating. Interment will follow at Haley Cemetery in West Monroe.
Mr. Beaudion was born July 10, 1977 and passed from this life on August 3, 2016. He attended First West and First Assembly of God. He enjoyed fishing, racing, watching sports and playing frisbee golf with his brothers. His pride and joy were spending time with his children.
Survivors include his wife, Brandy Beaudion; two children, Alyssa and Kage Beaudion; parents, Ronald Sr. and Doris Beaudion; two brothers, Matthew and Ronald Jr., Beaudion; one sister, Michelle Beaudion; numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and many special friends.
Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM Friday, August 5, 2016 at Griffin Funeral Home in West Monroe.

JANE KATHRYN POLK BEAUREGARD
News Star World - October 30, 2015
Jane Kathryn Polk Beauregard, 76, went to be with her Lord and Savior on October 28, 2015 after a 3 year battle with a chronic disease. Family visitation will be held at Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe from 5:00 until 8:00 P.M. on Friday.
Funeral services celebrating her life will be led by Dr. Woods Watson at 10:00 A.M., Saturday, October 31, 2015 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe, LA. Entombment will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum in Monroe.
She loved animals, nature and excelled in gardening, handwork, tennis, golf, travel, fishing and the care and study of Bluebirds. As a member of the Louisiana State and National Bluebird Societies, she raised food and provided housing for them year-round for over 30 years.
Jane was a member of the D.A.R. and was a member of the American Society of Clinical Pathologists since 1961. As a member of the Louisiana Native Plant Society she often experimented in growing domestic floral plants and native species.
Her main activity, however, was the loving care she provided her family and grandchildren. Jane and her twin sister were two of the first eight graduates from a new LSU program for medical technologists in 1961. She enjoyed working with sick people and made many friends over the years.
Jane was predeceased by her father, Donald James Knox Polk and her mother, Mary Metcalf Polk, both originally from Illinois.
Survivors: her husband of 54 years, Dr. Wilbur Gerard (Jerry) Beauregard of West Monroe, LA; twin sister, Mary Jean Polk Doerler and husband, Charles E. of Lawton, OK; Daughters, Jane Ann Beauregard Braddock and her husband, James L. of West Monroe, Dr. Kathryn Elizabeth Beauregard Southerland and her husband, Kepner Dell Southerland of Bossier City, LA; two grandchildren, Keyton Jane Southerland and Kepner Dell Southerland, II of Bossier City, LA; niece, Mary Kathryn Doerler McKinzie and her husband, Shawn of Lawton, OK; great nephew and niece, Travis McKinzie and Sarah McKinzie both of Lawton, OK; and her special faithful canine friend, Amber.
Pallbearers will be Robert M. Parker, William A. Grammer, John D. Bundy, Don Whittington, A. J. Burns, Randolph Cage, Vernon Guy and Fred Frantom.
Honorary Pallbearers will be the class members of the Pathfinders Life Class at West Monroe First Baptist Church.
Memorials may be made to: PAWS of Northeast LA, River City Humane Society for Cats, Myeloma Institute for Research and Therapy (MIRT) at Rockefeller Cancer Center, 4301 West Markham St., Little Rock, AR 72205.

JANE MCDONALD BEAVER
News Star World - October 26, 2014
Services celebrating the life of Jane McDonald Beaver, 76, of Monroe, LA will be held at 10:00 A.M. Tuesday October 28, 2014 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home in Monroe, LA with Bruce Willson and Tyler Till officiating. Interment will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery in Monroe, LA.
Ms. Beaver died October 23, 2014 at St. Francis Medical Center in Monroe, LA after a brief illness.
Jane was retired as an administrative assistant at Angus Chemical Company. She received her B.A. Degree in Education from Northeast La. State College/ ULM. Jane was a wonderful mother and friend. She was beloved of her daughter's high school and college friends. In her later years she enjoyed her grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Survivors: two daughters, Lisa Ward and husband, Ken of Grants Pass, OR, and Linda Till and husband, Tyler of Mobile, AL; Grandchildren, Brooke Jane Baxter and husband, Jarrod, Joshua Kenneth Ward and wife, Molly, Austin Tyler Till and Amanda Kay Till; 5 great grandchildren; Sister, Mrs. Jean Wallace; Brothers, Robert W. (Bill) McDonald, Jr., Larry Wayne McDonald Sr., Don Harvey McDonald; numerous nieces and nephews.
Pallbearers will be Dr. Scotty Hermann, Jeff McDonald, Jay Wallace, Larry Wayne McDonald Jr., Chris Hunt, and Jeremy Davis.
Visitation will be from 5:00 until 7:00 P.M. Monday at Mulhearn Funeral Home in Monroe, LA.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Louisiana Baptist Children's Home, P.O. Box 4196, Monroe, LA 71211-4196.

JOY LEORA HANSON BEAVER
News Star World - August 27, 2016
Joy Leora Hanson Beaver was born 1/22/1920, in Carrington, ND. She died August 25, 2016, at the Northeast Louisiana Veterans Home with family at her side.
When Joy was 9 years old her family of 6 packed up the Model T and moved from Wisconsin to Chehalis, WA. She lived on the family farm taking care of the chickens, the chicken coops, picking strawberries, and bailing hay. One day as she was bringing in the firewood for the wood stove, her grandfather remarked that Joy was as strong as a mule. She said that was not exactly what a young teenage girl wanted to hear. Joy along with her brother and sisters told stories of working on the farm during the depression years. The work was hard and days were long, but they all felt they were better people for having learned, "hard work never hurt anyone ".
Joy left Chehalis, WA in 1939 to attend Nursing School at St. Josephs School of Nursing in Vancouver, WA. After nursing school, she joined the U.S. Navy as a registered nurse during WWII. She was a 1st Lieutenant JG stationed in Bremerton, WA and San Diego, CA. These were some of the best years of her life and she was proud to have served her country. She went to Chicago, Illinois after the war and worked at a maternity hospital before moving to Louisiana in 1949 with her former husband, George Beaver.
Joy worked as an RN in surgery at St. Francis Medical Center, and P & S Surgical Center. She retired when she was 72 years old, but continued to volunteer in the surgery waiting room for another 20 years. She loved her work, and looked forward to everyday at the hospital. She was well known for her "naughty" sense of humor, loved a good joke, and a tidbit of gossip.
The last years of her life were good, she often said "I don't hurt anywhere, am I supposed to?" or "Getting old is the pits!" . Till the end she said, "Always keep your sense of humor". Good job, Joy you always made us laugh and you never lost your smile or your sense of humor.
Joy was preceded in death by her mother, Grace Hanson, her father, Nels Hanson, her twin sister, Joyce Jones and her brother Nels Hanson, Jr. She is survived by her sister Wilma Brown, daughter Debra Ryan (Herschel), sons, George Beaver (Rhonda) and Jan Beaver (Leslie). Five grandchildren, Michael Ryan, Jeffrey Ryan, William Beaver, Sarah Beaver, Elizabeth Beaver and two great grandchildren: Paige and Jack Ryan.
A memorial service will be held at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, 1200 Lamy Lane, Monroe, LA on Sunday August 28, 2016, at 3:00 p.m. Visitation will be from 2:00-3:00 p.m. at the funeral home.
Our family would like to thank the entire staff of the Northeast Louisiana Veterans Home for their loving care of Joy. The staff was attentive, kind and professional. They worked hard to make sure she was comfortable and safe. They took time to get to know Joy; and even had fun stories to share of her days with them.

JOSEPH BEAVERS
News Star World - November 20, 2015
Funeral services for Joseph "J.C." Beavers, Sr., 83, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 3:00 PM, Saturday, November 21, 2015 in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Rev. Butch Pilcher will officiate. Interment will follow at Pleasant Hill Church Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe.
J.C. was born March 26, 1932 in West Monroe and passed away November 18, 2015 in Monroe. He was retired from Riverwood-Manville as a machine operator. He was preceded in death by his parents Andrew and Janie Beavers; wife, Lois I. Arrant Beavers and numerous brothers and sisters. He was a former commander of the Northeast Louisiana Chapter of the Disabled American Veteran and was a decorated combat veteran of the United States Army.
J.C. is survived by his sons; Ronnie Beavers and wife Karen, Joey Beavers and wife Connie; grandchildren; Amity Rayner, Jodi Beavers, Joey Lee Beavers, Aaron Beavers and Clint Beavers; 9 great-grandchildren.
Pallbearers will be Harold Glen Arrant, Bobby Arrant, Jerry Arrant, Gary Hale, Steve Greer and Matt Arledge.
Honorary pallbearers will be David Rodgers, Kenneth Mayes and Ricky Mayes.
Visitation will be held Saturday, November 21, 2015 from 1:00 PM until 3:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe.

MARY BEAVERS
News Star World - February 23, 2017
Funeral services for Mrs. Mary "Beth" Beavers of West Monroe will be 10:00am Friday, February 24, 2017 in the chapel of Griffin Funeral Home West Monroe with Rev. Artie Beebe officiating. Interment will follow at Serenity Gardens in West Monroe under the direction of Griffin Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 5:00pm until 8:00pm Thursday, February 23, 2017 at the funeral home.
Mrs. Beavers was born January 24, 1942 in Monroe, LA and passed from this life on February 20, 2017 in West Monroe at the age of 75. She loved to travel, square dance and clog, and she especially loved her dog Benji.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Ollie Beavers; three sons, Steve Howlett, Ricky Howlett and Rickie Beavers.
Those left to cherish her memory include her children, Jeri Gandy and husband Bennie of West Monroe, Vanessa Keith and husband T. Bradley of Baton Rouge and Ray Beavers of West Monroe; one sister, Nelda Veach of Calhoun; one aunt, Margie Wilcoxon of West Monroe; also survived by nine grandchildren, twenty great-grandchildren, and a host of extended family and friends.
Pallbearers will be Dennis Veach, Mike Veach, Daryl Veach, Fred Kersh, Jamie Swillie and Scott Armstrong.

RICKIE D. BEAVERS
News Star World - May 10, 2015
Rickie D. Beavers went home to be with his heavenly Father early in the morning on May 8, 2015. He was surrounded by his loving mother, sister and daughter.
Rickie was born on December 12, 1958. He was a devoted son, father, brother, grandfather and uncle who will be missed by all those whose lives he touched. He was employed as a pipefitter for most of his life. He was an avid sports enthusiast. He especially loved his New Orleans Saints and went to games every chance that he got. He also loved to golf, frisbee golf, hunt, fish, and play poker with his many friends. His closest friend was his beloved dog Bear.
He was preceded in death by his father Ollie Ray Beavers, Sr. and his step- father Howard L. Hough. He is survived by his mother, Jo Ann Stansel; his sister, Vanessa Keith and husband T. Bradley; his brother, Ray Beavers; his two daughters, Melissa Atkinson and husband Patrick and Miranda Duffy and husband Dusty; his six grandchildren, Katelyn, Gabe, Cecilia, Isabelle, Aurora and Brantley; his nephews, David and Colin.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M., Monday, May 11, 2015 in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Pastors Cecil Herrington and Gregory Antley will officiate. Visitation for family and friends will be from 9:00 am until 11:00 am Monday. He will be laid to rest at Pleasant Grove Cemetery in Choudrant, LA.
Pallbearers will be Timmy "Fish" Antley, Dustin Duffy, Bo Ingles, T. Bradley Keith, Donnie Medlin, Ricky Statham, Barry Taylor, and Ricky Upshaw.

JOHN RAYMOND BECKER
News Star World - May 22, 2016
John Raymond Becker of Monroe, LA, born August 10, 1932, with his wife by his side, left his earthly home on May 17, 2016, at 83-years-old.
He was born in Browning, Missouri to Dr. Quinn and Lucille Becker. He was preceded in death by his parents; and son, Robert "Slick" Becker.
John, "Big Daddy," is survived by his: wife, Alitia Parker Becker; brother and family, Dr. and Mrs. Quinn Becker and family; children, Valerie Simpson, and John "Johnny" Becker; daughter-in-law, Cathy Becker; step-children, Scott Miller and wife Renee', and Ava Miller; grandchildren, Crystal Lett, Morgan, Noah, Saxton and Maverick Becker; step-grandchildren Ben and Zack Miller, Lenzi, Bailey and Baxter Smith, and Taw Sullivan; great-grandchildren, Cooper Becker and Anabelle Smith.
John was in the United States, 8th Army Headquarters and a Korean War veteran. He was an associate of T. J. Grant Co., and later Lew Hudson Sales. John and Alitia shared: church, travel, and square dancing with the Ouachita Squares Dance Club who will serve as Pallbearers, Louisiana Square Dance Association (LSDA) and United Square Dancers of America (USDA). He was a Lea Joyner United Methodist Church and National Rifle Association (NRA) member.
Remembered most for his: brilliant and often shady humor; love of: motorcycles and automobiles; encouragement and life's-lessons; Sunday School and exercise classes; Thursday meeting "The Old Fart's Club," the Honorary Pallbearers, old cars, old cameras and "old women!"
Visitation, Tuesday, May 24th at 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. and service Wednesday, May 25th at 2:00 p.m. at Mulhearn Funeral Home on 165 North. Pastor Ben McGehee will officiate, Asst. Pastor Betty Swanson will offer special prayer, and Ms. Betty Laird from St. Mark's United Methodist Church will share warm-hearted words of a special friendship provided by Rev. Dr. Juliet Spencer, the Monroe District Superintendent of the Louisiana Annual Conference of the United Methodist Church. Please join in light-hearted reminiscence and celebration of John's (Big Daddy's) life.

ROBERT ALAN BECKER
News Star World - November 17, 2015
Funeral services celebrating the life of Robert Alan "Slick" Becker, 52, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00 P.M. Wednesday, November 18, 2015 at Mt. Vernon Baptist Church in West Monroe, LA with Rev. Randy Burdeaux and Rev. Larry Eubanks officiating. Interment will be in Mt. Vernon Church Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.
Robert died November 13, 2015 in a motorcycle accident.
Robert was a member of Mt. Vernon Baptist Church and was a former member of Cypress Baptist Church. He was employed as a machine operator at Graphic Packaging. He was a United States Army Veteran serving in the 82nd Airborne Division. He was proud to be a member of the Patriot Guard Riders, and rode in bike rides for numerous different charities. He supported Breast Cancer Awareness and made numerous plaques for breast cancer survivors out of wood and horseshoes. He had a passion for traditional bow hunting and riding his motorcycle like no other, but his love for his family exceeded everything else. He always said his greatest accomplishment in life was his three boys. He was an amazing husband, daddy, son, and brother. He will be forever loved and missed.
He was preceded in death by his father, Norman Stephens and his brother, Jeff Stephens.
Survivors: Wife, Cathy Naron Becker; Sons, Taw Sullivan, Saxton Becker, and Maverick Becker; Mother, Mrs. Lena Stephens; Daddy, John R. Becker and Mimi, Alitia; Brothers, John Becker, Keith Stephens and wife Tonya, Greg Stephens and wife Sonya; Scott Smith and wife Renee; Sisters, Valerie Simpson, Mickey DeLaup and husband Guy, and Ava Smith; Uncle, Billy Battaglia and wife, Aunt Sharon; Cousins, Jeff Battaglia and wife Pam, Scott Battaglia and wife Wendy; Mother and Father-in-law, Mary and James Naron, and Newton Campbell; Brother and Sisters-in-Law, Ricky Naron, Cindy and Guy Owens, Candy and Barry Robinson, James and Cassie Naron, Terry Campbell; and Special Family, Mama K, Mandy, and Brother Jake; numerous Nieces and Nephews.
Pallbearers will be LaDon Poole, Byron Wiggins, Randy Adams, John Becker, Jeff McGuffee, Chuck Massey, Darrell Wilkerson and Eddie Phillips.
Honorary Pallbearers will be Patriot Guard Members, Co-Workers at Plant 70, and his hunting friends in Louisiana, Tennessee, Kentucky, and Missouri.
Visitation will be from 4:00 P.M. until 8:30 P.M., Tuesday, November 17, 2015 at Mt. Vernon Baptist Church in West Monroe, LA, and from 1:00 P.M. until service time on Wednesday.
Memorials may be made to Wounded Warriors, Breast Cancer at American Cancer Society, or charity of your choice.
A special thanks to West Ouachita High School staff, faculty and community, Mt. Vernon Baptist Church and Cypress Baptist Church for the outpouring love and support they have shown.

AUBREY LLOYD BECKHAM
News Star World - October 12, 2014
Graveside services for Aubrey Lloyd Beckham, 65, of Monroe, will be at 1:00 PM, Tuesday, October 14, 2014 at Oaklawn Memorial Park Cemetery, Center, Texas under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe. Reverend Bill Beckham will officiate.
Mr. Beckham was born November 18, 1948 in Nacogdoches, Texas and passed away October 10, 2014 peacefully in his sleep at home in Monroe, LA. He loved football and played halfback at Logansport High School. He was also a U. S. Navy Vietnam Veteran, 1970-1973 aboard the ammo ship USS Pyro. He enjoyed hunting, yard work, oldies music and muscle cars.
He was preceded in death by his parents Aubrey M. and Alice Lindsey Beckham.
He is survived by his wife, Dana Luse Beckham; daughter, Lindsey M. Beckham; siblings, Ann Beckham Hurst, Janet Beckham Stewart, and Edward Lynn Beckham; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be 5:00 - 7:00 PM, Monday, October 13, 2014 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe.

MAXINE DAVIDSON BECKHAM
News Star World - July 21, 2016
Maxine Davidson Beckham passed away on Tuesday, July 19, 2016 surrounded by her loving family and faithful cat, Duchess. Services to honor her life will be at 10:00am Friday, July 22, 2016 at Fellowship Baptist Church in Dubach, LA, Hwy. 151 where she was baptized as a child and was a lifelong member. Bro. Connie Smith will officiate. Burial will follow at the Fellowship Cemetery where Maxine could trace her family back for 4 generations. Arrangements are under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home in Farmerville.
Visitation will be 5-8pm Thursday at Farrar Funeral Home and Friday at Fellowship Church 9:00am until time of service.
Maxine was born February 16, 1919 at home on her family's farm in Dubach, LA. She was welcomed into Heaven by her husband of 40 years, Harold H. Beckham, her mother, Mary Jane Davidson, her father, Samual Lane Davidson, sister, Allie Davidson Coots, brothers Horace and Liggin (Hoss) Davidson, her beloved son, Levy (tragically taken too soon at the early age of 24), infant granddaughter Mary Ann Beckham, and beloved son-in-law Dr. George Seiden who she considered a son.
Left to cherish her memory and lots of wisdom are her six children: Madison Lane (Matt) Beckham & wife, Patricia (Pat), Rebecca Jane (Becky) Seiden, Hazel Lucille Robertson, Harold H. Beckham, Jr., Drucilla Nolan & husband Harry, George Terry Beckham & wife, Wanda. Maxine was blessed with 17 grandchildren, 32 great grandchildren, and 2 great-great grandchildren. She is also survived by special friend and caregiver, John Trath.
Maxine loved her large family and was happiest when they were all together with her, her many cats and dogs and her flower garden. It was said she could put a stick in the ground and it would grow. Her daylily bed was admired by all.
Honoring Maxine as pallbearers will be her grandsons, Tim Beckham, Joseph Merritt, Jr., Stacy Beckham, John Levy Beckham, Cade Nolan, Micheal Nolan, Josh Beckham, and Jordan Harris.
The world and family lost a unique grand ole lady. A long life well lived.
Rest well, Mama, you deserve it.
The family requests memorials be made to Fellowship Baptist Church Building Fund, 6476 Hwy. 151, Dubach, LA 71235 or Nina's Road to Rescue No Kill Shelter, 195 Burt Blvd., Benton, LA 71006.

BILLY BECKLEY
News Star World - May 03, 2012
Funeral services for Billy "Sap" Beckley, 80 of West Monroe will be held at 2:00 pm, Thursday, May 3, 2012 in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Interment will follow at Hasley Cemetery West Monroe. Rev. Woods Watson will be officiating under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe.
Billy was born October 20, 1931 in Haile, LA and passed away April 30, 2012 in West Monroe. He was employed at IMC for over 40 years and was a member of McClendon Baptist Church. Billy served in the United States Army during the Korean Conflict.
He was preceded in death by his great-granddaughter, Marleigh Jade Bolin, mother, Eula Pearl Beckley; sister, Gertie Mae Cook and brother, Henry Beckley.
Billy is survived by his wife; Marrillia Gilmore Beckley; sons, William "Billy" Beckley and wife Belinda; Austin Beckley and wife Vicki, Timothy Beckley and Tims' fiance' Ruth Davis; daughters, Janice Beckley Powell and husband Ronald , Peggy Beckley and Sarah Beckley Warner and Sarah's fiance' Sid Little; one sister, Toby Kilcrease; two sisters-in-laws, Brenda Urban and husband Mickey and Threasa Miller and husband J.D.; several nieces and nephews; 12 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren.
Pallbearers will be Randall K. Miller, John Davis Miller, Jr., Guy "Dusty" Miller, Todd Cummings, Hank Chriceol and Justin Chriceol.
Honorary pallbearers will be Michael Cummings and Damon Kelley.

ELVA LORRAINE MCMULLEN BECKLEY
News Star World - September 10, 2017
Elva Lorraine McMullen Beckley, 79, of Dubach, LA, passed away Thursday, September 07, 2017 at her home. A graveside service will be held at 10:00 AM on Tuesday, September 12, 2017 at Mulhearn Memorial Park in Monroe, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Ruston. Bro. Greg Tipton will officiate.
Lorraine was born in Monroe, LA on July 27, 1938 to William Houston and Lee Ella Brown McMullen. She was a member of Mineral Springs Baptist Church.
Lorraine was preceded in death by her parents, her husband of 52 years Henry Beckley, Jr.; grandson, Eddie Dykes; brothers, Jack McMullen and William McMullen; sister-in-law, Bobbie McMullen, brother-in-law, Lavelle Hopkins, and nephew, Ricky McMullen.
Survivors left to cherish her memory are sister, Belvalene Hopkins of Bossier City, LA; daughters: Belinda Knox (Darryl) of Columbia, LA; Cyndy Ellis (Mike) of Delhi, LA, Melissa Kochis of Las Vegas, NV, and Pam Franklin of Ruston, LA; grandchildren: Matthew Knox of Columbia, LA, Brandi Fields (Ray) of Columbia, LA, Tony Ellis of Oklahoma City, OK, Adam Bryant of Shreveport, LA ,Kendra Williams (Chris) of Wisner, LA, Henry Ellis of Delhi, LA, Christanee Bryant of Wasilla, AK, Emily Ware (Phillip) of Ruston, LA, Samantha Beasley (Stephen) of Ruston, Jason Ellis of Farmerville, La, and Jessica Baxter of West Monroe, LA. Great grandchildren are Christian Baxter, Mersadies Fields, Trey Fields, Madilynne Fields, BreAnna Knox, and Macy Knox of Columbia, LA; Carsyn Williams and Kip Williams of Winnsboro, LA; Abigail Ware and Maddi Ware of Choudrant, LA; and Carolina Hedgepath and Georgia Beasley of Dubach, LA; and sister-in-law, Dorothy McMullen of Huntsville, AL.

TOMMY LEE BECKLEY
News Star World - May 10, 1998
Columbia - Tommy Lee Beckley, 48, a millwright, died Friday. The funeral will be at 4 p.m. today at Riser Funeral Home chapel, Columbia. Visitation will be from 2 p.m. until service time at the funeral home. Burial will be at Welcome Home Cemetery, Grayson.

WILLIAM C. BECKLEY
News Star World - July 03, 2015
William C. "Beaver" Beckley, age 70, was born on September 15, 1944 to the union of his parents, James Henry Beckley and Nancy Lucille Finley Beckley. He passed from this life on July 1, 2015 at his home surrounded by his family after a long fight with cancer.
Beaver was a veteran of the Vietnam War from 1965-1967. He was a retired millwright. He loved hunting and fishing but most of all he loved sharing his love of these things with his grandchildren. He cherished every moment he spent with them. He taught his children and grandchildren the true meaning of love and God is most important over all.
He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife's parents: Thomas A "Parkie" and Elizabeth Jo Parkerson; brothers: Henry Beckley, Jr., William "Sap" Beckley, Jimmy Beckley, Tommy Beckley, Russell Beckley; sister, Gertie Cook and grandson, Codye Mardis.
Those left to cherish his memory: Cathy Beckley, wife of 45 years; sons: Dewayne Beckley and wife, Shana, Steve Beckley and wife, Julie, Darren Beckley, and Harold Beckley and wife, Sherry; grandchildren: Hunter Beckley and Kaylee Ford and son, Kayden; Hogan Beckley and Brooke Stapleton; Hollin Beckley, Hannah Claire Beckley, Cole Beckley, Cameron Beckley, Cayden Beckley, Ashley Brackett and Jodi O'bier, Kaitlyn Beckley, Jenna Beckley, Nicole Beckley and Abigail Mackenzie Beckley; brothers: Harris Ray Beckley and wife, Marlene, Bobby Beckley and wife, Rebecca and Jackie Beckley; sisters: Nancy Nugent, Sue Orr and husband, Keith and Toby Kilcrease; sisters-in-law: Ruby Beckley, Lorraine Beckley, Delaina Beckley; Norma Parkerson Spurells and husband, Warren; Renae Parkerson Cubbit and husband, Larry; brother-in-law, Tink Parkerson and wife, Kathy; special friends: Leroy and Suzanne Bratton; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Services for Beaver Beckley will be held July 5, 2015 at 2 p.m. at Crossroads Baptist Church, where he was a member. Visitation will be at Crossroads Baptist Church, July 4, 2015 from 5 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. Officiating the services will be Bro. Tommy Nelson and Bro. Shane Duke. Burial will follow at the church cemetery.
Pallbearers: Hunter Beckley, Hogan Beckley, Cole Beckley, Cameron Beckley, Cayden Beckley, Preston Crain and Jody O'bier. Honorary pallbearers: Donald Duke, Dub Baum, Butch Darden, Harold Dulaney, Nathan Kelly, Joey O'Neal, Leroy Bratton and the men of Cross Roads Baptist Church.

MARJORIE R. BECTON
News Star World - December 7, 2008
Memorial Services for Mrs. Marjorie R. Becton, 92, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 11:00 A.M. Monday, December 8, 2008 at the Community Baptist Church in West Monroe, LA with Rev. Danny McIllveene officiating under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA.
Mrs. Becton was born on January 16, 1916 and passed away at the Landmark Nursing Center on December 4, 2008. She was a member of the Community Baptist Church and also a life-member of the Annie D. Bennett #143 Order of the Eastern Star, where she was a past Worthy Matron. Mrs. Becton was a retired LPN. She enjoyed sewing, quilting, crocheting and gardening.
She is preceded in death by husband, Earl Becton Jr.; son, Alfred Dee Becton; her parents; many brothers and sisters; two grand-children and three great grandchildren.
Survivors include her son, John Becton and wife Angie; daughter, Janice Hough; eight grandchildren and eighteen great grandchildren.
Visitation will be from 10:00 A.M. until service time at Community Baptist Church on Monday.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Louisiana Baptist Children's Home.
The Family would like to give a very special thank you to the staff of Hospice Care of Louisiana and also to the staff of Landmark Nursing Center.

WILLIE MAE SIMMONS BEDENBAUGH
News Star World - June 28, 2015
Funeral Services for Mrs. Willie Mae Simmons Bedenbaugh, 97, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 10:30 A.M. Tuesday, June 30, 2015 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA with Pastor Richard Turnley officiating. Burial will follow in the Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum in Monroe, LA.
Mrs. Bedenbaugh was born and raised in Crowville, LA, where she met and married her husband, Mr. Charles Clay Bedenbaugh on August 8, 1936. Willie Mae and Charles resided in the Crowville and Delhi area of Louisiana until Charles entered the service during WWII. Mrs. Bedenbaugh survived her husband Charles after his death in 2007. When he passed away, the Bedenbaugh's had been married for 71 years. On May 20, 1943, Mrs. Bedenbaugh's only child, Charlotte was born. At this time, Charles was serving in Alaska and the Pacific. When Charles returned after the war in 1945, he worked in construction, and the Bedenbaugh's moved house trailer and residences many times during the next few years until the mid-fifties when she and Charles decided to establish a permanent residence in Monroe. Later she and Charles relocated to their home in West Monroe, LA, where she continued to reside until 2013, when she relocated to the Arbor House in West Monroe, where she was residing until she was hospitalized shortly before her death.
Mrs. Bedenbaugh lived a long and fruitful life and was very active in her church, Memorial United Methodist in Monroe, LA where she has been a member since 1952. She served in the XYZ and United Methodist Women Organizations. She also worked in Howard Griffin Land of Toys for several years and later in Camp's Dress Shop. Mrs. Bedenbaugh also was very active with Charles in the Barak Shrine Temple, the Ladies Oriental Shrine and Eastern Star, along with many activities to raise money for the Shrine Hospitals for Children in Shreveport and other locations throughout the USA.
Mrs. Bedenbaugh is survived by her one daughter and husband, Charlotte and Jerry Smith of Dubai, United Arab Emirates; two granddaughters and their husbands Kimberly and Gildardo Carbajal of Dallas, TX and Dana and Ossama Bader of Dubai, United Arab Emirates; and her great granddaughters, Omaya, Aysha and Safiya Bader and Karmela Carbajal.
Pallbearers will be Charles Simmons, Jerry Blankenship, J. W. Dean, Paul Farr, Jep Butler, Treston Johnson. Honorary Pallbearers will be Mickey Cox, Kermit Bearden, Paul Mallett, John Smith, Lester Davis, Walter Pierron and Darren Berry
To celebrate the life of Mrs. Bedenbaugh, the family is requesting donations in lieu of flowers to the Memorial United Methodist Church, 401 Sherrouse Avenue, Monroe, LA 71203.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 P.M. until 7:00 P.M. Monday, June 29, 2015 at Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA.

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