Nelson Ray Beard, 70, of Pineland, Texas passed away Monday, December 28, 2020 at Hillside Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Hemphill, Texas.

Nelson was born in Pineland, Texas on April 8, 1950 to George Beard and Delsie Kingsley Beard.  He worked for Temple-Inland Lumber Company for many years as a crane operator.  He was a lifetime resident of Sabine County.

Nelson was an outdoorsman.  He liked to hunt and fish and enjoyed just walking in the woods.

He is survived by his wife, Susan Beard of Pineland; daughter, Kena McClenny and husband, Jeff, of Lindale, Texas; and two grandchildren, Cameron Coulter and Kalissa McClenny.

Graveside services will begin at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, December 31, 2020 in Hebron Cemetery under the direction of Starr Funeral Home with Bro. Floyd Wright officiating.

Condolences can be made and guest book may be signed online at starrfuneralhome.com.