of Batesville, AR
March 16, 1951 - February 11, 2018
Beverly Ann (Lusk) Stevens, 66, passed away on February 11, 2018 at her home in Batesville. She was born March 16, 1951, to the late Richard L. and Lucille (Esteb) Lusk.
She was a 1969 graduate of Cushman High School and a graduate of Arkansas College. She was a beloved teacher in the Cushman School District until retirement after 32 years. She was a member of Faith''''Hopewell Cumberland Presbyterian Church and a member of Delta Kappa Gamma.
Beverly was preceded in death by her parents and her husband, Dennis Stevens. She is survived by one daughter and son-in-law, Renee and Bryan Denton of Batesville; one son and daughter-in-law, Dion and Coleen Stevens of Desha; one sister and brother-in-law, Anita and Dale Sipe; and one brother, Lynn Lusk all of Indiana. She is also survived by five grandchildren, Garett, Aaron and Karson Denton, Payton Jo Shaw, and Juliann Stevens; a sister-in-law, Kathy Kelley and her husband Blake; and a brother-in-law, Randy Stevens and his wife, Katrina.
Beverly was a loving daughter, wife, mother, sister, grandmother, teacher and friend. Her influence and giving spirit will be greatly missed.
Pallbearers are Derek Jones, Billy Bass, Andy Gunther, Gary Anderson, Craig and Alan Sifford. Honorary pallbearers will be Blake Kelley, Randy Stevens, Dennis Esteb, Larry Robertson, Darrell Robertson, Raymond Pace, Fred Sifford, Coach Charles Webb and Tony Webb.
A funeral service will be held at 1:00 pm on Wednesday, February 14, 2018 at Faith-Hopewell Cumberland Presbyterian Church with Rian Puckett officiating. Burial will follow at Pleasant Valley Cemetery.
Visitation will be from 6:00-8:00 pm on Tuesday at the Church.
Donations can be made to: Faith-Hopewell Cumberland Presbyterian Church, 3895 Harrison Street, Batesville, AR 72501 and/or Independence County Public Education Foundation (Independence Promise), 409 Vine Street, Batesville, AR 72501
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26 Condolence(s)
Michael Russell
Sunday, February 12, 2023
It's been five years since Beverly passed, and I still think of her often. She is my role model for how a teacher should be. When I got my teaching degree, I called her to tell her she was the biggest reason I chose this career. She made everyone who knew her feel loved and appreciated. All of us who knew her will keep her beloved memory alive for as long as we live.
Cleda Simpson
Friday, February 16, 2018
I just read of Beverly's passing. She was such a nice person and I know she will be greatly missed. Please know that all of you are in Dale's and my prayers. May God bless you all. Dale and Cleda Simpson
Sharon Harper Naulls
Thursday, February 15, 2018
So sorry to hear about your loss. She was a beautiful lady and may God rest her beautiful soul. My prayers and thoughts are with the family.
Durwood and Edith Elms, Lesa Vaughn
Tuesday, February 13, 2018
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. She was a wonderful lady.
tim stewart and ruth stewart
Tuesday, February 13, 2018
We are both sorry for your loss! I had told Deon once that his mom looked familiar. I realized later that because my dad was coaching girls basketball around the time she graduated that I remembered her playing basketball at cushman.
Steve & Jane Pace
Tuesday, February 13, 2018
We were sad to hear of Beverly’s passing. I always think fondly of playing with cousin Beverly, Anita, and Lynn when we were kids. Our thoughts and prayers are with her children and grandchildren. Love Steve & Jane.
Pat and Whitny Haley
Tuesday, February 13, 2018
We are so very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Bob and Mary Gay
Tuesday, February 13, 2018
Dion,Coleen and all the family, you all are in our thoughts and prayers at this time. Our sympathy in the loss of you mom.
Penny (Biggers) Holland
Tuesday, February 13, 2018
So very sorry to hear of the passing of Mrs. Stevens. She was the most wonderful person/teacher I have ever known. Prayers for her family. She was my son's favorite teacher,and she was such a blessing to us at the most difficult time in our lives. RIP Mrs.Stevens you are loved and will be missed and remembered by so many.
Patty Duncan
Tuesday, February 13, 2018
My thoughts and prayers are with the Stevens family. Mrs. Stevens touched the lives of many and will forever be remembered for her sweet voice, gentle heart, and commitment to education. She not only touched my childrens lives but made such a strong impact on me personally as I ventured on my future while working with her at Cushman School.
Gina Robertson
Tuesday, February 13, 2018
I did not know Mrs. Stevens but i work with her son Dion. Everything I have heard and read she was a wonderful lady. I know she is up in heaven with her Lord and Savior. One more angel.
F. Ward
Tuesday, February 13, 2018
"Please accept my sympathy during this trying time for your family. I pray the loving promises written in God's Word for times such as you are facing will touch your hearts, and bring you comfort and hope." Acts 17:17, Matthew 5:4, Revelation 21:4,
Donna Scarbrough
Tuesday, February 13, 2018
I went to school with Beverly. Great person.
Condolences to the family.
Pam Baxter
Monday, February 12, 2018
So sorry for your lost!
Phyllis J Russell
Monday, February 12, 2018
I am so very sorry for the passing of Beverly. She was a dedicated teacher. We attended Arkansas College together and shared our birth date. She was a good friend and she loved her family. Thinking of you during this sad time. Phyllis Russell
Gerald and Sue Turner and Kayden
Monday, February 12, 2018
One could survey far and near and none would have a negative word to say about Beverly. Her life was a witness of Christian living. She was a gentle, loving soul with the warmest of smiles and twinkling eyes. Others knew to trust her and always felt comforted in her presence. Those of us lucky enough to call her friend will forever be better people because of her.
Jeremy Robertson
Monday, February 12, 2018
Keeping everyone in our thoughts and prayers.
Teonia Gott
Monday, February 12, 2018
Im so sorry for your loss. She will truly be missed but will live on in the hearts of us that she touched so deeply. She was a one of kind so caring, so sweet and the best Teacher ever! I love her and i know she loved me because she told me so many times. My prayers are with all of you during this difficult time and the tough days ahead. Sending my love and prayers
Chris and Caroline Nail
Monday, February 12, 2018
Such a sweet lady. Love and prayers for you all!
Debbie and Jamie Kelley
Monday, February 12, 2018
I am so sorry to hear of your Mom's passing Renee.....she was such a beautiful lady inside and out. You and your family will continually be in my prayers. Please know that God is with you and he will give comfort and peace. Love you my friend!
Lucy Manley
Monday, February 12, 2018
So sorry for your lost. she,was a,wonderful teacher and a loving person.
Monica Skinner
Monday, February 12, 2018
Thank you for being the wonderful teacher you were to me. I've thought about you several times through out the year's Thank you for being so great to me.. Forever in my thoughts, Monica Skinner
Kathy (Franks) Neal
Monday, February 12, 2018
So sorry to hear this. Mrs Stevens was one of the most loving person I've ever known prayers for her loving family at this difficult time. She was my first and second grade teacher loved her so much.
Kenny & Amanda Thornton
Monday, February 12, 2018
I am sorry you had to lose someone so important and special in your life. Moms are special people, especially ones like yours.
May you find peace and comfort in knowing that your grief is shared by so many. Your mom will be sorely missed. God bless you and your wonderful family, We are keeping all of you in our prayers and thoughts. ~The Thornton Family
Mitzi Manley Felts
Monday, February 12, 2018
So very sorry for your loss my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time she was a sweet lady
Jonny, Bridgette, David and Sara Elgin
Monday, February 12, 2018
She was the best teacher David ever had. A true teacher in every sense of that word. We will always love you.
The Elgins