Joyce L. Beard, 75, of Lebanon, PA, passed away on Sunday, Sept. 6, 2026, at her residence. She is survived by her loving husband, James R. Beard.

Born on Oct. 30, 1950, she was the daughter of the late Carl William and Betty Jane (Hoffman) Trompeter.

In addition to her husband, Joyce is survived by her son, Keith A. Beard, of Cornwall; grandchildren, Courtney Layman, wife of Taylor, and Robert Beard, husband of Alexzis; great-grandchildren, Damian, Esmeé, and Evelyn; and nephews, Carl W. Trompeter II, husband of Coco, and Jeffrey Scott Trompeter. She was preceded in death by her brother, Robert G. Trompeter; and sister, Ruth Ann Meck.

Services will be held at the convenience of the family. Kreamer Funeral Home, Annville, is handling arrangements.

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