Michael Dwaine Bearden, age 68, husband of Cathy Bearden of Walhalla, South Carolina, passed away on July 17, 2023 at Oconee Memorial Hospital. Born in Anderson County on March 08, 1955. He was the son of the late Cecil "Pete" Bearden and Betty Grace Bearden. He was a retired construction worker, loved being outside. He was a loving dad to his son, James Bearden and step-daughter, Tiffany Langley and his 6 grandchildren. He is also survived by his 6 siblings, Janice Lowe (Chris), Lisa Blackwell (Richard), Yvonne King (Roger), Sandra Burnett (Pete), Eugene Bearden (Renee) and Shelby Ashley ( Ralph). In addition to his parents, his sister, Connie Hutchinson preceded him in death. Friends may pay their respects at Burdine Road Church Of God on Saturday, July 29, 2023 from 12:00pm - 1:00pm. A Celebration of Life will begin at 2:00pm.