In loving memory of

Tad Alan Beaird
December 29, 1956 - April 4, 2013

Tad Alan Beaird, 56, of Keokuk died at 7:31 A.M. on Thursday, April 4, 2013 at University of Iowa Hospital in Iowa City, IA.

He was born on December 29, 1956 in Keokuk, Iowa, a son to Wayne and Donna Rowan Beaird.

Tad lived his whole life in Keokuk. He was the former owner of Tad's Wrecker Service and Class Act Karaoke.

He is survived by three brothers, Terry (Barb) Beaird, Timothy (Dawn) Beaird, Tom (Deede) Beaird, all of Keokuk; one sister, Tracy Beaird (Timothy DePew) of Milroy, Minnesota; nieces and nephews, Debbie (Jarod) Hendrickson, Cory, Joshua and Matthew Beaird, all of Keokuk; great nieces and nephews, including Alexsia and Aleesia.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and a niece, Trisha Jo.

A graveside service will be at 11:00 A.M., Monday, April 8, 2013 at Oakland Cemetery with Deacon Bill Cosgrove officiating.

Visitation will be 10:00 A.M. to 10:45 A.M., Monday, April 8, 2013 at DeJong Greaves Celebration of Life Center at 1212 Concert St. in Keokuk.

Memorials have been established.

Tributes

Brandon wrote on Apr 8, 2013:

"RIP Tad. You'll be missed my friend."

tammi dennis dakota makayla mclaughlin wrote on Apr 8, 2013:

"tad you were a very great friend to us and our kids loved you alot . you will be very missed by all of us. love always , dennis tammi makayla dakota mclaughlin"

michael albright wrote on Apr 8, 2013:

"Tad, Have known you since childhood. You were always a great kid, and friend to be around. To the entire Beaird family, extremely sorry for your loss. Rest In Peace Tad, m... "

gary pfeiferling wrote on Apr 6, 2013:

"Will miss your hi or wave/your friend,Gary Pfeiferling."

Patty LaMaster wrote on Apr 6, 2013:

"R.I.P My dear friend."

Robin Mason wrote on Apr 6, 2013:

"Tad - you were always friendly and kind - the best of the best character traits. Not only the best, but very special traits. On behalf of Bo Mason family, may God be with you Tad and grant you his peace."

David Lorentzen wrote on Apr 6, 2013:

"My Condolences to the Family! There was never a dull moment when Tad was around....RIP Buddy!"

Mike Byrne wrote on Apr 6, 2013:

"Terry,please accept my deepest condolences for the loss of your brother.I just lost my only remaining brother last week so I know what you are going through.Brothers hold a special place in our hearts that no one else can fill.My thoughts are with you & Barb & the girls."

Cindy wrote on Apr 6, 2013:

"I can remember A. Donna and U. Wayne calling Tad my shadow when we were little. Tad followed me everywhere, whenever I was at your house playing. Tad always had a smile on his face. R.I.P. Tad Love ya!"

Robert wrote on Apr 6, 2013:

"Will miss seein you around Tad..one of those friends that was always there through time.."

McKenzie Slater wrote on Apr 6, 2013:

"Tad, I sure will miss your sweet smile. You were always so nice to me anytime I seen you. Rest In Peace my friend."