TERREBONNE and LAFOURCHE Parishes, La.

OBITUARIY for BEARD, GAVIN "CAPTAIN CRAYOLA"   

Submitted by: Louis Lavedan

Source: Thibodaux Funeral Home, Thibodaux, La.

Died: Tuesday, September 24, 2013

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BEARD, GAVIN "CAPTAIN CRAYOLA" 
    September 24, 2013

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On Tuesday, September 24, 2013, Gavin Matthew Beard "Captain Crayola," 7, 
donned his cape and flew to the gates of Heaven. After a life long battle with 
extensive health issues, he died in the arms of his mother, Misty Rodgers, 
while surrounded by family & friends.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday October 1, 2013 at Thibodaux Funeral Home 
from 8:30 am until 1:30 pm. Religious services will begin at 1:30 pm at the 
funeral home.

He is survived by his mother, Misty Rodgers; sister, Shawna Cortez; brother, 
Tristan Rodgers; step-father, Chad Bergeron; godparent's, Jolene Cedotal & 
Justin Tabor; grandmother, Angie Johnson; grandfather, Wayne Bergeron; 
surrogate grandparent's, Veronica & Dwayne Tabor; aunt's, Vijia Gerhardt & 
Brooke Beard; uncle, Victor Snyde; father, Jeff Inman; Ms. Carmen; 
grandparent's, great grandparent's, aunt's, uncle's and cousin's. He is 
preceded in death by grandmother, Neena Miller; grandfather Richard Beard.

Gavin was a student of South Thibodaux Elementary & just recently Bayou Blue 
Elementary. In February, Gavin was granted a wish through the Blake McKay Fight 
for Life Foundation where he, family & close friends attended Disney World. 
Gavin was known as "Captain Crayola." His all-time favorite passion was 
coloring. He also loved to sing & dance to his favorite tunes. Gavin has had 
the opportunity to touch many hearts throughout his life and has left 
everlasting impressions on many others.

The family would like to thank all the doctors, hospitals (especially Childrens 
Hospital), home health professionals, Acadian Ambulance, Blake McKay Fight for 
Life Foundation and others for all the hard work and hours devoted to Gavin's 
healthcare throughout his life.

Godspeed little one, until we all meet again - We love you to the moon and 
back!

Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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