Abigail Beard

Abigail Beard-

Abigail Fairfax Beard was born on February 2, 2000, in Jackson, Mississippi, and passed away on October 13, 2026, at her home in Madison, Mississippi, surrounded by her loving and devoted family.

Abigail is survived by her parents, David Hazard Beard Jr. and Elisha Parvin Beard, her sister Madeline (Andy Thornton), her brother David III (Marley Stover) and her beloved nephew James Thornton. She is also survived by her grandparents: David Sr. and Boopie Beard, and Eddie and Peggy Parvin; as well as her aunts Frances Beard Glenn (Robert Glenn Sr.) and Susanne Beard Atkins (Brian Atkins) and their families.

Abigail's passing leaves those who loved her with insurmountable grief, but we take solace in the knowledge that she has gone to be with our Lord and Savior. And though we mourn the beautiful life lost, we rejoice that she is healed and at peace. Abigail will be deeply missed and forever loved by all who knew her.

A private service will be held at her graveside in Friendship Cemetery in Columbus, Mississippi on Sunday, October 18, 2026. Pallbearers will be Robert Glenn Jr., David Glenn, Thomas Glenn, Douglas Glenn, Charles Glenn, and Walton Poer.

In lieu of flowers, Abigail’s life may be celebrated through donations to Webster Animal Shelter in Madison, Mississippi where Abigail, her sister Madeline, and her cousin Lucy Jane Atkins Poer, share memories of volunteering. Contributions may be made through mail or in person to 525 Post Oak Road, Madison, MS 39110. Wishlists from the organization may be found at: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1M7TDIPFNTS9N https://www.walmart.com/lists/wishlist/23c0aadd-bdc9-4fc7-9c44-33c269d69935