Mrs. Beverly Alfreda McFarlin Sutton Obituary May 19, 2026.
Mrs. Beverly Alfreda McFarlin Sutton, 82, passed away peacefully on May 19, 2026.
Mrs. Beverly Alfreda McFarlin Sutton, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and faithful servant of her community, entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, May 19, 2026. Known for her warm hospitality, gentle spirit, and unwavering faith, Beverly lived a life rich in love, family, and quiet acts of kindness that touched everyone around her.
A Life Well Lived
Beverly Alfreda McFarlin was born on August 12, 1943, in Macon, Georgia. She was raised in a loving Christian home where she learned the importance of faith, family, and hard work. After graduating from high school, she attended Georgia State University and became a dedicated elementary school educator. She taught for more than 30 years in the Fulton County School System, retiring in 2005. Generations of students remembered her as the caring teacher who made learning joyful and offered encouragement to every child who entered her classroom.
In 1965, Beverly married the love of her life, Mr. James Robert Sutton. Together they built a beautiful home and life in Atlanta, Georgia, raising their family with strong values, laughter, and unconditional love. Beverly was a devoted homemaker who created a warm and welcoming environment for her family and friends. She was an active member of Ebenezer Baptist Church, where she served in the women’s ministry, sang in the choir, and organized countless community outreach programs. Her famous peach cobbler and sweet potato pie were legendary at church suppers and family reunions.
Beverly found great joy in gardening, sewing, reading her Bible daily, and spending time with her grandchildren. She had a special gift for listening and offering wise, compassionate counsel. Her home was always open to those in need, and she never hesitated to help a neighbor or support a worthy cause.
Surviving Family Members
Mrs. Sutton is survived by her devoted husband of 61 years, James Robert Sutton of Atlanta; her children: daughter Angela (Kevin) Thompson of Decatur, son James Robert Sutton Jr. (Denise) of Marietta, and daughter Michelle (Marcus) Williams of Atlanta; her cherished grandchildren: Jordan, Taylor, and Cameron Thompson, Brianna and Joshua Sutton, and Maya and Caleb Williams; and many loving siblings, nieces, nephews, cousins, and extended family members.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Robert and Alfreda McFarlin, and her sister, Evelyn McFarlin Hayes.
Funeral Details and Arrangements
A Celebration of Life service for Mrs. Beverly Alfreda McFarlin Sutton will be held on Saturday, May 23, 2026, at 2:00 PM at Ebenezer Baptist Church in Atlanta, Georgia, with Reverend Dr. Samuel Brooks officiating. The family will receive friends on Friday, May 22, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Henry Funeral Home.
Interment will follow at South View Cemetery in Atlanta. Pallbearers will include her sons, sons-in-law, and grandsons.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made to Ebenezer Baptist Church’s Scholarship Fund or to the American Heart Association in Beverly’s loving memory.
A Heartfelt Tribute
Beverly Alfreda McFarlin Sutton was the heart of her family and a shining light in her community. She lived with grace, loved with depth, and served with humility. Her gentle hands nurtured not only her own children and grandchildren but also hundreds of students who passed through her classroom. She showed us the true meaning of strength through faith and the beauty of a life spent pouring love into others.
From her warm hugs and delicious home-cooked meals to her quiet prayers and encouraging words, Beverly made the world around her better and brighter. She taught her family the importance of integrity, forgiveness, and cherishing every moment together. Even in her final days, her concern was always for the well-being of those she loved.
Though our hearts ache with her departure, we take comfort knowing that Mrs. Sutton has gone home to her Heavenly Father, where she is free from pain and reunited with loved ones who preceded her. Her legacy of faith, love, and kindness will continue to bloom through every generation that follows.
Condolences and Guestbook
The Sutton family warmly invites friends, church members, and loved ones to share memories, stories, and words of comfort in the guestbook below. These tributes will be deeply treasured as the family celebrates Beverly’s beautiful life and navigates this season of grief.
