Judy Beard Obituary

Judy A. Beard

Judy Ann Beard, 78, a loving wife, mother, grandma, sister, and friend of all, passed away Friday, May 17, 2024, surrounded by those she loved.

Judy was born Aug. 29, 1945, in Lima, to John and Martha (Erhart) McCullough. She married the love of her life, Alva "Sonny" Beard, on Sept. 5, 1964, in the Rectory at St. Michael the Archangel Parish and he survives in Findlay.

She is also survived by her loving children, Kim (Marc) Maas of Custar, Wendy Beard of Findlay, Lori Sammet of Carey, and Cari (Ryan) Price of Findlay; grandchildren, Bryton Sammet, Zoey Sammet, Chevy Dillinger, Mariah Beard, Matt Rood, and Logan Price; brothers, Jerry (Bonnie) McCullough and Harold (Sharon) McCullough; sister-in-law, Ruth McCullough and Connie (Gary) Graves; and a host of nieces and nephews.

Judy was preceded in death by her parents; and brother, Ralph McCullough.

Judy was a 1963 graduate of McComb High School. She worked at Centrex as Quality Control Specialist. Judy was a devout Christian who was a faithful member of All Saints Parish in New Riegel. She was also a former member of the AMVETS in Findlay. Judy loved doing diamond gem art, crocheting, puzzles, and a good crossword. She was an excellent cook and loved going on casino trips. Judy had a strong work ethic and was a caring loving individual who would help anyone in a time of need. But more than anything, Judy loved her family, especially her grandchildren who were her pride and joy.

A time to gather and celebrate Judy's life will be 3-6 p.m. Thursday, June 6, 2024, at Stombaugh-Batton & Snyder Funeral Home, 225 W. Findlay St., Carey, Ohio, 43316. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Friday, June 7, 2024, at All Saints Parish, 39 N. Perry St., New Riegel, Ohio, 44853. Inurnment will follow at St. Boniface Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Judy's honor to the church.

Stombaugh-Batton & Snyder Funeral Home is honored to serve Judy's family and encourages those wishing to send a condolence or a fond memory to visit www.stombaughbatton.com.