Christopher Wayne Beard

He was born Feb. 23, 1973, in Charlotte, NC to Clarence Benton Beard, III, and Gene Huntley Baker.

Wayne married Rochelle Lana Wilkinson on October 5th, 2013.

Wayne was a painter and subcontractor.

He enjoyed playing pool and collecting old items such as gas pumps and signs, and deep sea fishing in Florida. He had a keen interest in history and politics. Wayne deeply loved his children. The last year of his life was happily spent with the love of his life, Rochelle.

Wayne was predeceased by his maternal grandmother, Flora S Huntley.

Survivors include his wife Rochelle Lana Beard; his daughter, Brooke Rosemary Beard; his mother, Gene H. Baker, and friend Wayne Collins; his father, Clarence B Beard, III; his brother, Clay Beard and wife Holly and their son, Oliver; his paternal grandmother, Vivian Beard; two step-daughters, Cassandra and Samantha Smith; one step-son, Anthony Acanfora; four step grandchildren; and several aunts, uncles, and cousins. He is also survived by his “puppydoger”, Dagney.

His family will receive friends on Tuesday, Nov. 12, from 1-2 p.m. at the McEwen-Pineville Chapel, 10500 Park Road, in Charlotte, followed by his memorial service. Reverend James Lancaster will officiate.

Condolences to the family may be offered at www.mcewenpinevillechapel.com.