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Kenneth Bearden Obituary
Kenneth Michael (Mike) Bearden, RETIRED USAF SMSgt passed from this world Mar. 11, 2025 in Goodyear AZ. Mike's distinguished career in the USAF took him all over the world where he forged lifelong friendships. He was known as a wise and kind leader.
Born in Searcy, AR on Oct. 21,1951 he is survived by his wife of 54 years, Elizabeth (Liz) Martin Bearden: Children Joshua (Anna), Jesse (Samantha) and Miranda Gomez (Andrew), 5 loving grandsons, his parents Luther and Adelene Bearden; siblings Rick Bearden, Brenda Bearden, and Tim Bearden. He is further survived by one aunt, several cousins, and many nieces, nephews and friends.
A private family celebration of life and burial will be held in Batesville, AR at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, the family request memorials be made to Central Avenue United Methodist Church, 1205 N. Central Ave, Batesville, AR 72501 where he was baptized at age twelve.
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