By Jim Meridith
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      A Celebration of Life will be scheduled at a later date.

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      Danny G. “Big Toad” Beard, 59, of Pocahontas, IL, died Saturday, August 15, 2020 at his residence.

      Danny was born October 9, 1960 to Lester “Gene” and Hazel “Irene” (Nee Cruse) Beard at St. Joseph Hospital, Highland, IL.

      He was Chairman of Bond County Board, and he was a member of BASS Fishing. He loved riding his Harley Davidson motorcycle and even rode it to Sturgis one year. He liked to fish and have fish fry’s, he loved to mow the lawn and bowl. He was a wonderful man who always had a smile on his face and would do anything for anyone. Danny was a great son, brother, father and grandfather, who loved spending time with his family. He loved his little buddy, Olaf.

      He was preceded in death by his parents, Gene and Irene Beard; his daughter, Nichole Beard; brother, Dennis Beard; sisters, Sandy Gilomen, Suzie Erhle; niece, Christine Erhle; nephew, Jimmy Erhle.

      He is survived by his significant other, Jule Foster, Mulberry Grove, IL; children, Amanda (Adam) Evans, Pocahontas, IL, Danny G. (Sarah) Beard, Jr., Pocahontas, IL, Christopher (significant other, Elizabeth Kindhart) Beard, St. Jacob, IL; sisters, Jeannie (Dave) Fenton, Highland, IL, Debbie (Frank) Lucco, Pocahontas, IL; brother, Butch Beard, Pocahontas, IL; grandchildren, Nichole Evans, Hunter Beard, Alexis Beard; many nieces and nephews.

      Memorials may be made to American Heart Association.

      A Celebration of Life will be scheduled at a later date.

      Meridith Funeral Home, Pocahontas, IL.

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    1. Linda Liening / August 17, 2020 at 10:05 pm

      So sorry for your loss. He was a great friend to Chico!!!! They are bowling 🎳 together again.

    2. Angela Siekman / August 18, 2020 at 5:45 am

      So sorry, he left so soon!
      The Bible says it is appointed unto man once to die and after that the judgement.
      We all will stand before our Creator God one day to give an account of our life.
      The only good news is, That God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, Jesus, that whosoever would believe in Him would not perish but have eternal life. Jesus is the Door to heaven. He is standing at the heart of each persons heart knocking, ready to come in, only if an individual will repent( turn away from sin and receive Jesus as YOUR only way to be righteous.
      The world is in turmoil because of sin, Jesus is the Prince of Peace to whosoever will surrender his/her life to Him. Today if You’ll hear His voice tugging at your heart don’t harden your heart. Here is a prayer for you to pray:
      Dear Heavenly Father, I receive Your offer of mercy , love, and favor. I want to get my life right with You. I’m tired of sin, doing things my way and not Yours. Today I make a choice to stop , return to You my Maker, and believe that Jesus is the only begotten Son of God, came in the flesh to die for MY sins, and rose again from the dead to give ME a life more abundantly now and eternally. Thank You God for loving me unconditionally. I receive Your love and comfort. Amen!
      If you prayed that prayer the Bible says the angels are rejoicing and your name has just been written in the Lambs book of life.! Start reading a Bible so you can develop a new life that is given to you through Jesus. The book of Genius in Old Testament and the book of John in the New Testament.
      Sincerely with all my heart may The God of All comfort , comfort and protect all of you!
      God bless,
      Angela Siekman ( Germanceri )
      Niles, Michigan

    3. Tamie Horstmann / August 18, 2020 at 1:07 pm

      Danny was a classmate of mine through most of school. I’ve always remembered him as nice and kind, always smiling. A really good person. A good soul. My condolences to his dear family and friends. Rest easy Dan. You’ll be very missed.

    4. Darlene Menietti / August 18, 2020 at 1:16 pm

      I haven’t been able to keep in touch in recent years but, remember all the fun we had growing up. Was so sad to hear this news rest in peace friend.

    5. Gail Harnetiaux / August 18, 2020 at 6:38 pm

      I am so very sorry for your loss. Condolences to all the families. Every time I seen Danny with Jule, he was always talkative and was willing to help with anything. He was a great guy and will be missed.

    6. Jen (Dierkes) Alstat / August 19, 2020 at 6:33 pm

      Danny & Toad, my condolences to you and your family right now. I will raise my glass in AL to celebrate your dad’s life with you tonight (Cheers)!!!

    7. Russell & Elayne Cripe / August 21, 2020 at 7:20 am

      So sorry for your loss. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.

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