Sue Beazley Obituary

Sue Ratcliffe Beazley LITTLETON - Sue Ratcliffe Beazley, 72, died Tuesday Dec. 1, 2009. She was the beloved wife of Don Beazley for 51 years, loving mother of Cheryl Wolfred of Virginia Beach, Nancy Wehrman of Redington Beach, Fla., David Beazley and his wife Kathleen of Virginia Beach; devoted grandmother of Jordan Wolfred and Ryan Beazley. She was a friend and inspiration to many. A retired Virginia Beach Public Schools music educator and private piano teacher, Sue was active in musical activities throughout her life. She was a choir director for several churches in Virginia Beach and the Lake Gaston, N.C., area. She was a past member of the Virginia Beach Chorale. Sue was also a member of Alpha Xi Delta at Marshall University and the Eastern Star. Most recently residing in the Lake Gaston, N.C. area, Sue was involved with many Lake Gaston activities including musical director of the Gastonettes, Lake Gaston Ladies Club, director of the annual Community Christmas Choir, FABs, Stage 2, Bookers and former member of the Northeast Piedmont Chorale. Active in the PEO Sisterhood for more than 50 years, Sue was a charter member of Chapter CD in North Carolina. A celebration of life service will be held Saturday, Jan. 9, 2010, at 3 p.m. in Littleton United Methodist Church, 105 East South Main St., Littleton, NC 27850, (252) 586-5385. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in memory of Sue Beazley to the Program for Continuing Education mailed to PEO - Chapter CD, 163 Northside Drive, Littleton, NC 27850. Cremation Society of Virginia is assisting the family.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Dec. 22, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Sue Beazley

10 Entries

Frances & Charlie McNaughton

January 2, 2010

We are long time friends of Sue and Don. She was choir director when Frances was in the Foundry UMC choir.
and we square danced with Sue and Don and best of all , we are dear friends.
When we think of Sue we have many fond memories..among them is her love for music. She believed in the extraordinary power of music. In this day of fast information and communication, music nourishes our inner souls. Music makes us show strength and passion.
Music can help change the world around us and Sue did just that.
We will miss her but we can hear her sound of music in heaven if we have faith and really listen.
We love Sue and her family.

Frances and Charlie McNaughton

January 2, 2010

Janice (Jan) James

December 31, 2009

Dear Family,

I met Sue ten years ago when I joined Lake Gaston Ladies Club and grew to love her when I joined Gastonettes. She had the ability to motivate and encourage always with the most endearing smile and sincerity. Music was truly her passion and helping others feel and enjoy it her goal. She achieved this goal with me and the Gastonettes.

Sue was also active in the other activities that I belong to such as Bookers, Stage I and Ladies Club; all of which were made better through her participation.

Sue will be greatly missed in my life but all that she has given me will be with me forever and I shall always think of her as an "Earth Angel."

All of you, her family and Don especially, should feel Special that God chose Sue to be your wife and mother. God Bless You!

Wilkinson Lee Ann

December 29, 2009

Im not really sure where to begin, but Mrs. B. was a true family friend and someone I truly looked up to throughout my life. She was a neighbor, my choir director and so much more. My family and I spent a many a weekends wwith her and her family up at lake gaston. Mrs. B even taught me to waterski when I was young. I remember her smile and kind ways. She will truly be missed by so many. I can still picture her standing at the podium directing our youth choir making sure we were always smiling. I pray her family will find a way to manage through these hardtimes. Rest in Peace Mrs. B. and know that you have touched so many lives in a positive way and you will be thought of dearly.

Annette Aldridge

December 29, 2009

Don and family. Sue was truly and inspiration to me after losing my husband two years ago. I wanted to give up doing anything, but she kept encouraging me to keep singing . I miss her so much.Annette Aldridge,Lake Gaston.

Betty Howard

December 29, 2009

Dear Don and Family: Sue was a beautiful person both inside and outside. I admired her and the musical gift she shared with so many people. She was an inspiration to all who knew her. I know I shall miss her. Betty Howard, Littleton, NC

Connie Skow

December 28, 2009

To the Beazley and Ratcliff families,
I did not know Sue very well but always knew her to be a cheerful, loving and giving person. She will be missed by all, especially the FABS.
Connie Skow

Kathy Bowen

December 27, 2009

Dearest Don and family, a light has gone out of all our lives with Sue gone. All I can say is for me personally to try and be as confident in everything I do as she always made me feel, is my way of dealing with this tragedy. Her love of life and everyone she shared it with is such and example for us all. Thank you ,her family, for sharing her with us. She will always have a special place in all our hearts.
Kathy Bowen

Marie Fields

December 25, 2009

Don and family, We cannot imagine your loss at this time--we feel a great loss as well. We've lost a neighbor, a great talent, but, most importantly, a friend. Please know that Lewis and I will have you in our thoughts and prayers now and in the days to come and that we will be right here at Lake Gaston to help you in any way we can. We love you...Marie, Lewis, and Adam

Kimberly Wolfe

December 23, 2009

Mrs B. was a big part of my life. I grew up across the street from Mrs. B and spent many summer vacations with her and her familhy. I spent many a Christmas dinners with her as well. She even taught me how to waterski when I was a teenager. She was truly one of the sweetest people I have ever known in my lifetime. She always had a smile on her face whenever she was around. She will be truly missed by many. I truly feel that she is an angel of God now and all who knew her would agree that she is definitely a true guardian angel for many. I love you Mrs. B and will never forget how much you touched my life.

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