John Beard Obituary
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of John Beard of Galesburg, Illinois, who passed away on August 21, 2025, at the age of 70, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of John Beard to show support.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Walter David and Helen Lorene Beard (McElreath); and his sister Mary Beard. He is survived by: his siblings, James E. Beard of Pekin and Pat Mack (Kenneth) of Madison, Wisconsin; his nieces and nephews, Jeff Mack, James Mack (Kristen), Christiana Beard, Angelina Beard and Joann Minko (Paul); and his great-nieces and great-nephews, Tali Minko, Eli Minko, Isabel Minko, Margot Mack and Gwen Mack.
Memorial contributions may be made to Grace United Methodist Church, 601 North 4th Street, Pekin, IL 61554.
