In loving memory of

Jeffrey Ward Heard
August 23, 1977 - October 28, 2019

Jeffrey Ward Heard, 42, of Cumming passed away at home surrounded by his family and friends on Monday, October 28, 2019. Jeffrey was a loving husband, father and son who was larger than life. He was a fun-loving kid at heart who was always there for everyone. Jeffrey was a hard dedicated worker who lived life to the fullest. He is preceded in death by his father, Thomas Lee Heard, and his sister, Susan Chasidy Heard.

Survivors include his wife, Karen Brannon Heard; daughters, Caroline Elizabeth Heard and Emily Anne Heard; mother, Berlene Heard; brothers, Thomas Allen Heard and Jerry Lee Heard; a sister, Christy Daisy (Larry Douglas) Waters; mother-in-law, Betty June Brannon; nieces and nephews, Nathan Heard, Chloe Heard, Waylon Heard, Grant Waters, Mikey Brannon, Izabella Vickery, Sadee Vickery, Jackson Brannon, Avery Brannon and Ellie Brannon.

Funeral services will be held Friday, November 1, at 1:00 p.m. at Cumming Baptist Church with Rev. Tommy Weldy, Rev. Michael Spurr, Rev. Shaun Wright and Rev. Charles Shadburn officiating. Interment will follow at Shady Grove Baptist Church Cemetery.

The family will receive friends at the funeral home Wednesday from 4:00 to 9:00 p.m., Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and 4:00 to 9:00 p.m. and Friday from 9:00 a.m. until the time of the service.

Ingram Funeral Home Crematory, 210 Ingram Ave, Cumming, GA 30040 is in charge of arrangements.

Tributes

LWaters wrote on Jun 20, 2021:

"Brother n law, sitting here wishing I could send you a Happy Fathers Day text! Them girls .. they growing up fast! For now this will have to do. "

Nanne Ewell wrote on Nov 2, 2019:

"I am so sorry for the family's loss of this beautiful person. Jeff was very helpful to me at my home with some minor and not so minor problems. I was appreciative of his kindness and patience. He will be missed by all."

Expression of Sympathy wrote on Nov 1, 2019:

"A Large Dish Garden was sent on November 1, 2019Our heartfelt condolences, warm thoughts and prayers are with your family. Love~ Bettina Schuman & family"

Expression of Sympathy wrote on Oct 31, 2019:

"A Medium Spathiphyllum was sent on October 31, 2019Our deepest sympathies to this family . Our time with Jeffery was way too short and hell be missed by all. Ken and Patricia Ponder"

Lisa Malone wrote on Oct 31, 2019:

"My Deepest condolences to Karen and the girls, and all of his family. Jeff was such a nice gentle soul always had a kind word and a smile to share. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Prayers for the entire family that God wraps you all in his arms and gives you comfort only he can provide."

Expression of Sympathy wrote on Oct 31, 2019:

"A Basket Garden was sent on October 31, 2019Best wishes and prayers to the family. Jerry nad Barbara Scarborough"

John Bass wrote on Oct 31, 2019:

"Deepest Sympathy to family and friends. Condolences to all."

Jim Hazelwood wrote on Oct 30, 2019:

"MY DEEPEST AND MOST PROFOUND CONDOLENCES TO KAREN, THE GIRLS, FAMILY AND FRIENDS. JEFFERY WAS A TRUE GIANT AMONG MOST OF US MORALS. HIS SMILE WAS BEAUTIFUL AND WOULD INVITE YOU TO WANT JUST BE AROUND HIM. ALWAYS A POSITIVE FORCE IN THIS AT TIMES AN UNFAIR LIFE. YES, HE WILL BE MISSED BYALL THAT KNEW HIM. GOD BLESS AND KEEP JEFFERY ..... FOREVER... AMEN"

Expression of Sympathy wrote on Oct 30, 2019:

"A Large Dish Garden was sent on October 30, 2019Our prayers are with ALL of you. Love, Ron & Myra Daniels"

Expression of Sympathy wrote on Oct 30, 2019:

"A Feathery Palm Plant was ordered on October 30, 2019"

Elaine Gentry Hall and Bud Gentry wrote on Oct 30, 2019:

"What a wonderful family and a tremendous young man. My heart is broken. My dad and I met this family while going to church at Casselberry road. There just aren't enough words to express my sadness, my father thought the world of Jeff yet we only knew you for such a short time. God bless this family."

Expression of Sympathy wrote on Oct 29, 2019:

"A Medium Basket Garden was ordered on October 29, 2019"

Jesse & Sherry Allen wrote on Oct 29, 2019:

"We will forever miss you our dear friend"

Expression of Sympathy wrote on Oct 29, 2019:

"An Among the Clouds Basket was sent by FCHS Softball Program on October 29, 2019"

Expression of Sympathy wrote on Oct 29, 2019:

"A Loving Cross was sent by Jesse & Sherry Allen on October 29, 2019"

Jan Eldredge wrote on Oct 29, 2019:

"Rest In Eternal Peace Jeffery as your battle has ended and now you are Healed. You will be missed. My Condolences to Karen and the girls."

Expression of Sympathy wrote on Oct 29, 2019:

"A Large Basket Garden was sent on October 29, 2019Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. We are here for you. Jessica, Stephanie, Marina, Kim, Sarah, Kimmie"

Katie Collier and Family wrote on Oct 29, 2019:

"I have no words . I am so sorry for your loss ....... Im devastated to hear this . What an amazing man . Praying for the family . He is now with his good friend Jason . and the lord . Love to all of you . "

Paul Cromie wrote on Oct 29, 2019:

"Please accept our heartfelt condolences on your loss. Know that while Jeff is now with our Father in Heaven, your earthly family will always be here with you and for you. May Gods grace help you through this difficult time and remind you that your husband and father will always be with you in spirit."

Expression of Sympathy wrote on Oct 29, 2019:

"A Ray of Sunshine was sent on October 29, 2019We are so sorry to hear of your loss and pray for all the family at this difficult time. Jeffrey was a dear person and will be missed. Tom and Leslie Deets 8085 Dogwood Trail Cumming, 30041"

Expression of Sympathy wrote on Oct 29, 2019:

"An Indoor Garden Basket was ordered on October 29, 2019"

Expression of Sympathy wrote on Oct 29, 2019:

"A The Color of Memories Table Arrangement was sent on October 29, 2019Our deepest condolences to the Heard family. We will miss Jeffrey and all that he did for the neighborhood. He was such a genuine and kind soul. Rest In Peace dear Friend! Bud and Barb Sines"