Find a Grave Edward Peter Beard (1940-2021)

Edward Peter Beard
Birth 20 Jan 1940
Providence, Providence County, Rhode Island, USA
Death 11 Jan 2021 (aged 80)
Providence, Providence County, Rhode Island, USA
 Burial Details Unknown

Where Was Edward Peter Beard born?

US Congressman. A member of the Democratic Party, he served Rhode Island’s 2nd Congressional District in the United States House of Representatives from 1975 until 1981.

Where is Edward Peter Beard buried?

After attending parochial school, he served with the Rhode Island National Guard and later studied Agriculture and worked as a house painter, prior to succeeding Robert Tiernan in the US Congress. During his tenure, Beard was recognized for his efforts in assisting blue-collar families.

He lost his bid for reelection to Claudine Schneider and had an additional failed bid for a US Congressional seat in 1990. After leaving Washington, he owned and operated a tavern. He died of complications from Parkinson’s disease.