Robert Beard, affectionately known as Rob, 57, of Bryant, Arkansas was born on Tuesday, October 4th, 1966, in Rockford, Illinois. He left this world too soon on Tuesday, March 5th, 2024, surrounded by his loved ones and lifelong friends. Robert was a rambunctious young man who liked anything involving cars or motors, which later became his passion and vocation in his adult life. In his later years, Rob loved gardening and other outdoor activities, laughing and gathering with friends and family, and traveling to the most beautiful beaches he could find with his wife of 15 years, Danah. Known among his friends, family, and many strangers as both kind and caring, Robert was always available to offer a helping hand to others. His warm smile, witty personality, adventurous spirit, and charitable heart endeared him to everyone he met. Robert loved his special home projects, weekend cookouts, and quiet weekends with his wife and two French bulldogs, Gretchen and Leo, watching movies and relaxing. Robert considered his work colleagues to be family, as well, and he often said some of his greatest joys, most hilarious moments, and noteworthy accomplishments were in his days with his work family helping others navigate the collision industry.

Robert is preceded in death by his sister, Julie Ann Edwards.

Robert's legacy is carried on by his spouse, Danah; his two bonus children, Olivia Paige Stanage and Khloe Grace Stanage; his father, Robert Beard; his mother, Bessie Ann Pinney; and his many other friends and family.

A memorial visitation to honor Robert's life will be held on Tuesday, March 12th, 2024, from 1:00 P.M. to 3:00 P.M. at Dial and Dudley Funeral Home: 4212 Hwy. 5 North, Bryant, Arkansas.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Jude's Children's Hospital. Donate here.