Phyllis Jane Beard, age 81, of Attalla, Alabama passed away peacefully on September 18, 2024, surrounded by friends. She was born on October 30, 1942 to Jordan and Doris Cooper of Plumville, Pennsylvania. She married John Beard of Altoona, Alabama. They resided in Ohio until coming to live in Altoona in retirement.
Phyllis was a faithful member of Stowers Hill Baptist Church, considering the people of the church her family. Her gifts lay in befriending other widows, helping young mothers and their children, and providing a listening ear to anyone in need of understanding and wise counsel. She was quick to share her beautiful smile. Phyllis enjoyed many years of fellowship and fun as a member of the Attalla, Golden Age Club. She loved her cats, NASCAR, Alabama Crimson Tide Football, and thrifting with friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Jordan and Doris Cooper; husband, John Beard; and sister, Marian Latta.
Left to cherish her memory are her sister, Bonnie Cole of Ohio; brothers, Earl Cooper (Leigh Ann) of Florida; and Ron Cooper (Suzanne) of Texas; numerous nieces and nephews; and special friends, Rita and Vanessa Broyles, Kathy Fortenberry, Emma Hereford, and Jan Street.
Family and friends wish to thank Gentiva Hospice (Regina, Nikki, Jacob); Oak Living Assisted Living (Jerry and Melissa Tinsley); the nursing staff of Gadsden Regional Medical Center; the Progressive Care Unit at Riverview Hospital; Dr. K.J. Shah, special nurse Craig Walker, and Rev. Richard Bradfield.
The funeral will be held at Morgan Chapel on Tuesday, September 24, 2024 at 1:00 PM, with visitation from 12:00-1:00pm. Reverend Richard Bradfield officiating. Interment at Mt. Olive Cemetery, Altoona.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Humane Society Pet Rescue and Adoption Center at hsprac.com
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