John Beard, 78, of Branson, Missouri, died April 10 , 2026.

Mass of Christian Burial is 10:30 a.m. May 15, 2026 at St. Anthony Catholic Church. Interment will be in St. Bonaventure Catholic Cemetery with military honors by the American Legion Hartman Post #84 Honor Guard.

John Beard was born October 23, 1947 in Honolulu, Hawaii to George and Anna Marie (Greisen) Beard. He grew up in Columbus and graduated from St. Bonaventure High School in 1966. He moved to Branson in 1979 where he called home. He enjoyed boating, hunting, and fishing.

John is survived by Brother: Robert Beard of Lafayette, CO Brother: Douglas Beard of Columbus, NE Nephews: Justin, Brian, Brandon Beard Great nephews: Braedon, Chase, Trevor, and Atticus Beard Great nieces: Brie and Alina Beard

He is preceded in death by:

His parents

Sister: Georgia Beard