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Toby
September 3, 2022
This popped up in my email. Hope the family is doing well. I often share stories about him. Sometimes he would visit our shop just to get away and kinda hide!
Toby Calloway
September 3, 2020
I think of Tony often. It was a pleasure to know and work for him.
Daniel Dolan
November 20, 2019
This was a great loss. I am thinking about Tony, as we called him in school. He was a quality individual and we need more educators and people like him. Rest Peacefully my friend.
September 3, 2015
I can't believe it has been a year, I have missed you so much this past year. Dianne
Debbie Corbin Morgan
October 10, 2014
So sorry to hear of Tony's passing. I'm from Marlinton originally, and knew Tony as a young boy and man and also know his parents. I'll always remember him as friendly and sweet when you was young and I'm sure he hadn't changed a bit....my sympathies are with his family, including his parents. I know he will be greatly missed...
Calandra Bowden
September 30, 2014
I am so sorry to hear of Mr. Beverage's passing. He was my civics teacher at Smithfield High School in the late 1980s. He was such a great teacher and a kind-hearted, funny and genuine person. I will always remember him as one of my favorite teachers.
Michelle Edwards
September 29, 2014
I have just learned of Mr. B's passing. I was one of his first students at Smithfield High School. He was a great teacher and we all loved being in his class. I offer my sympathy and heart felt prayers for your loss. I will always remember how kind he was to us all.
The Hickman Family
September 16, 2014
My children's lives were greatly touched and affected by this man and his family in many positive ways over the years. He was everything a good principal should be and a wonderful mentor to my children who had the pleasure of knowing him on a personal level as well. He was a great, respectable and honorable man and he and his family will always hold a special place in our hearts. We are very sorry for the loss of such a special person and our deepest sympathy is with Sandy, Lon and Hannah. Thank you all for making my children feel special throughout their high school years.
Dr. George Johnson
September 15, 2014
A friend, a mentor, a great dude.
Tommy Wheat
September 13, 2014
It was a pleasure to know and work with Tony in the education of my children...future attendees of Gloucester High School will be influenced by his leadership.
David Keane
September 13, 2014
A true gentleman.
Jolie Cox
September 13, 2014
To the Beverage Family, may Gods love hold you and comfort you at this sad, sad time. I will always remember Tony's goodness, positive attitude, and his willingness to help others.
Mrs. Beverage Caroline says hi !!
Sincerely,
Jolie, Connor and Caroline Cox
September 12, 2014
In what seemed like a very short ten years that I worked with Dr. Beverage, he became a leader among us, not over us, with a genuine concern for his family, his staff, and his students. I will miss his leadership, his friendship, and his words of encouragement when he knew I most needed them. And those quirky little expressions on his face shall never be forgotten. He was one of a kind.
Kim Oliver Johnston
September 12, 2014
I am so sorry for your loss. I had him for history and yearbook at Smithfield High school when he first started teaching. I also helped with the football team. He always had a smile for you. This came as a real shock to me. He was a great teacher and mentor. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Lisa Lauer
September 12, 2014
There really are no words. My heart is full with love and sadness for you all. My prayers are for comfort and joy to find its way into your hearts and lives in the coming days. Dr. Beverage was such a respected man, and our family will forever cherish his friendship and kindness. Sandy, Lon, and Hannah, you guys hold a special,place in our hearts, and we are here for you guys should you need anything at all. God bless y'all,. You remain in our hearts and prayers.
~ The Lauer Family
September 12, 2014
Dear Sandy, Lon and Hannah,Our love and prayers are with you at this time, You have such a wonderful family and Tony will be sadly missed. All our love, Wesley and Betty WilsonBetty
Tamara Littlejohn
September 12, 2014
Sorry for your loss. Mr Beverage was an awesome teacher. I took his history class at Smithfield High. I remember having my grandmother make him some potato Jacks and how he loved them. Rest in paradise...
Kristina Wedding
September 11, 2014
He will be greatly missed by many. He always treated me with kindness & respect, as I him. The good die young!
Shannon Pope
September 11, 2014
I also was one of his early students and have many fond memories, especially from Yearbook Class! As anyone can tell, he has been gone from Smithfield High School for some time but certainly not forgotten! So many of us here shocked by the news! Prayers to his family!
Dianne Stringer
September 11, 2014
My family and I were so deeply saddened when we heard about Dr. Beverage. He was such a genuine, supportive, caring and nice person. I had the privilege of getting to know his wonderful family through tennis at G.H.S . Our hearts go out to them, he will be sorely missed by the entire community we were so lucky to have had him as our principal and friend.
Clarissa Fitzpatrick
September 11, 2014
Mr. Beverage was such a great guy always easy to talk to at the HS, My son would have issues and Mr. Beverage would always find the time to talk to him. May he Rest in Peace!!
Buddy Rilee
September 11, 2014
The Beverage family,
I did not know Tony that well but enjoyed the times we had conversations, etc. He was always willing to help. I did not know about his illness and am very sorry to hear of his passing. My thoughts and prayers are with each of you.
Buddy Rilee
Gloucester, Va.
you are my rose
tierra hunter
September 11, 2014
Mr. Beverage was like another dad to me i still cant believe he left me it seems just like yesterday we had that moment together when he gave me my diploma i will forever keep him in my heart and i know he's in a better place but im still not accepting it. to know that he passed with an illness im still fighting just makes me wonder now i gotta keep my head up for him...i love you dr. beverage
Rhetta Watkins
September 11, 2014
I am deeply sadden to learn about Tony's passing. I had the pleasure of working with him when we were Assistant Principals at Forest Middle School. His enthusiasm, compassion, and love for the students was evident in everything he did. He inspired me and others to do our very best to motivate, encourage, and uplift the students daily. I was very fortunate to have known him.
I extend my deepest sympathy to his wife Sandy and his lovely children Lon and Hannah. He was so very, very proud of his family.
May God surround you with his love and comfort during this time.
Kadi Montefusco
September 11, 2014
Such a wonderful person. I will never forget everything he did for me, he was an outstanding principle. God bless and my heart goes out to his family. He will NEVER be forgotten. This world needs more people like him.
Bill Hanlon
September 11, 2014
I was fortunate to be there at the beginning of Tony's stellar career in education.
In 1984 I was librarian at Smithfield High School when Tony arrived at the school. Tony was a great teacher with an extraordinary talent and personality. He was totally dedicated to his students and the school. I'm proud of all that Tony accomplished in education. He rose through the ranks. Tony, your life's passion will live forever and touch unborn generations. May God welcome you with open arms and comfort and Bless your Family
Yann Pirrone
September 10, 2014
I met Tony only once and instantly liked his sense of humor and his big laugh ! When he left SHS at the end of June in 1991, he gave me the gift of his job. Although I was hired to take his place and teach in his room, his reputation lived on in the students who came into my room. I never did fill those big shoes he left behind.
Susan Weaver
September 10, 2014
I was a teacher at Smithfield High School when Tony started his career and will always remember that smile! He did many things in the field of education and touched many lives. I do offer my sincerest condolences to the family.
Cliff Blackwood
September 10, 2014
We are so sorry to hear of Dr. Beverage's death. My oldest son and daughter attend GHS. Even though we only met and talked to him a few times, we knew he was a great man. May you take comfort in knowing that other people care. God bless!
The Blackwood Family
Roxanna Bautista
September 10, 2014
He was a great principal . He has such a beautiful family. Godbless u all.
Denise & Dave Turner
September 10, 2014
So sorry for your loss. He will be missed greatly. Prayers for the family.
Shannon Irvin
September 10, 2014
Tony made a lasting impact on all of us who ever had the pleasure of knowing him. I was fortunate enough to work with him for 5 years while he served as Asst. Supt. for Instruction for Nelson County Public Schools and was honored to be his friend. My prayers go out to Sandy, Lon, and Hannah...he loved you all so very much. I am sure he will be watching over you all from above to make sure you are OK and will be there in spirit for all of the milestones of your lives to come.
Meaghan McQuillen
September 10, 2014
May you rest peacefully. Gone but never forgotten. I feel honored to be a part of the last class to graduate under you. God bless you and your family
Arleigh Pogue
September 10, 2014
The news of Tony's passing brings much sadness. He was a wonderful person with a huge heart for young people. I will never forget his compassion and concern during some rather difficult times. I pray Sandy, Lon, and Hannah, take some comfort in knowing they are surrounded by the love of many.
"What we have once enjoyed we can never lose. All that we love deeply becomes part of us." ~ Helen Keller
Heidi Bristow
September 10, 2014
Memories of you and all you did for Ryan and Logan at GHS will never be forgotten Your caring attitude and love for all our kids was a quality that stood out. I love the times we spent on the Baystars soccer fields when Lon and Logan played and for that time we were all just proud soccer parents! Prayers and love for your family will continue so you rest in peace you dear sweet man! Thanks for all you did for the classes of 2008 & 2012 and their families.
God bless!!!
Heidi, Kevin, Ryan & Logan Bristow
Shirley Barlow
September 10, 2014
I was a teacher at Smithfield High School when Tony started his career with us. It was obvious from the beginning that he would become outstanding in the field of education beyond the classroom teacher. His career has been a blessing to many young people across Virginia and he will never be forgotten. May all your happy times together bring you comfort during this sad time. It was my privilege to know him as a fellow teacher. My deepest sympathy, thoughts and prayers to Sandy, his children,and all other family members.
Shirley Barlow, retired teacher SHS
Smithfield, VA
Kevin Bowman
September 10, 2014
So sad to hear of his passing. He was a good and fair teacher who really cared.
Michelle Jones
September 10, 2014
Mr Beverage was a favorite teacher of many of us at Smithfield High, many years ago. I am sorry for your loss. He was a wonderful man.
Gina Ventresca
September 10, 2014
Dr. Beverage had a heart of gold. I have worked at a number of schools, but he was the first who actually "listened". He will be sorely missed. My heartfelt condolences go out to his family.
Nicholas Clayborne
September 10, 2014
Its not everyday you meet someone that has touched thousands of lives in a positive way. What a privilege it is to have been able to call you a friend. May your love,laughter and endless encouragement live deep down within us all until we meet again.
Connie Field
September 9, 2014
Gloucester has lost a special educator and man. Prayers of peace to the family
Pamela Barnette
September 9, 2014
RIP
Shelia Beacham
September 9, 2014
I had the privilege of having Mr.Beverage as a teacher way back in '86 @ Smithfield High. He was one of the many that impacted us in such a great way. I am truly sorry for your loss. Please know that your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Pamela Barnette
September 9, 2014
U were 1 of the best, the kids looked up to you and respected u so much! You will be missed by many!
Keturah Epps
September 9, 2014
So sorry for your loss. I had Mr. Beverage for my Civics teacher and Yearbook my Junior and Senior year (1990) at Smfd High School. We all loved him as he was only 10 years older than us and quite the cool teacher at the time! Very sad news.. Prayers to the family
Toby Calloway
September 9, 2014
Tony supported our program and students. He came along at a very unpopular time in education and made the best of a bad situation. He will be missed by me and Gloucester. RIP my brother.
Toby
Emily Helms
September 9, 2014
Sandy and Family,
I am so sad to hear about the loss of Tony. He touched so many young people's lives. I learned so much from him. He was bigger than life. I am so sorry for your loss and wish you strength to heal.
Emily Helms
Sarah Wood
September 9, 2014
Sandy & Family,
I have been so saddened to learn of Tony's passing & your loss. God is ever close to the brokenhearted. Lean on Him.
With heartfelt sympathy,
Sarah (I was Tony's secretary in Nelson County)
September 9, 2014
You will be missed by many..may you rest in peace among the angels..
Rebecca Mercer
September 9, 2014
I had the pleasure of teaching across the hall from Tony at Smithfield High School. I am so sorry for your loss.
John, Nancy and Aaron Guy
September 9, 2014
So sorry for your loss. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
T Griffin
September 9, 2014
So sorry to hear about your loss. You know that God and Jesus are in the best position to comfort us when we lose a loved one in death.
Leslie, John, Matthew Fischgrund
September 9, 2014
Our deepest sympathy to Dr. Beverage's family and colleagues. Our son attended Gloucester High School, graduating in 2010, and we all thought very highly of Dr. Beverage.
Lynn Barlow Briggs
September 9, 2014
Sandy, I am deeply saddened to learn of his passing. We worked together at SHS and ran in to each other periodically at education events. He was always smiling and full of life. I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that many, many people will be keeping you and the children in their thoughts and prayers during this extremely difficult time.
Wendy Roundy
September 9, 2014
Dr. Beverage made an impact in the lives the the thousands of students he met., including mine. Future students of GHS were robbed of a great administrator. But it's the 'Tony' and 'Dad' I wish to highlight...as a personal friend, I will cherish the heart-to-hearts...I will cherish the times he went out of his way through a busy schedule to come to my families aid when in need 3 years ago for our youngest daughter-showing his heart, tears and emotion in a real way... I will remember the pride on his face as he cheered on Lon, and later Hannah at the cross country meets..., and Hannah at the many Crew Regattas... He lived for his children-they were his pride and joy. To capture a glimpse of him in his role as 'Daddy' is to witness pure love. And also, I will remember the respect, friendship, and unconditional love he had for Sandy, his soulmate... The funny cutting up and banter between them, the comfortable, welcoming ease between them when visiting at their home- I could go on and on. You will be truly missed. For Lon and Hannah-keep making your daddy proud! And Sandy-you are amazing! My heart and prayers continue for you! Much love to you! For all of The Beverage family-hold tight to your memories and each other. God bless!
Debbie,Kenny, Christine Riddett
September 9, 2014
Sandy,Lon,and Hannah so sorry for your loss. Keeping you all in my prayers.
Andy & Janet Gallagher
September 9, 2014
We are so sad at the loss of Tony. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family
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