Alice M Beard age 94 passed away February 29, 2016. Preceded in death by husband, Harold Beard; daughter, Kathy Best; sister, Jaunice Pickens. Survived by daughter, Sandy Scott; son, Chet (Donna) Puckett; 5 grandchildren; 4 great grandchildren; sister, Shula Whitt and a host of family & friends. Alice was a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother and friend and will truly be missed by all. Alice was always wanting to serve and help others her kindness and compassion showed to all around her. Gathering of family & friends, Friday, March 4th 4pm until 8pm and one hour prior to service on Saturday. Funeral Service Saturday, March 5th 11 am in the Hermitage Funeral Home Chapel. Interment to follow at Hermitage Memorial Gardens.