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ZZ Top's Frank Beard Honored in Private Funeral
11 Sep
Summary
- ZZ Top drummer Frank Beard's funeral was held privately in Texas.
- The service was a celebration of life for family and close friends.
- Beard passed away at 77 after a stay in hospice care.
ZZ Top's longtime drummer, Frank Beard, was honored at a private funeral service held recently in Texas. Close family, friends, and bandmates gathered to remember the rock legend.
The memorial service was described as an intimate celebration of Beard's life. It took place at Forest Park Southwest, with attendance limited to those closest to him.
Beard passed away on August 17 at the age of 77. The Fort Bend County Medical Examiner confirmed his death occurred at his Texas ranch, with his family present. He had been receiving care in hospice.
As the sole remaining member of ZZ Top's original iconic trio, Beard was instrumental in the band's success. He joined Billy Gibbons and Dusty Hill, powering hits like "La Grange" and "Sharp Dressed Man."
