Evelyn Ensley Beeman

Evelyn Ensley Beeman, affectionately known as “Sister”, 96, of Arapahoe, went to her eternal home Thursday, May 21, 2015.

She was a devoted lifetime member of Bethany Christian Church where she served in many roles throughout the years.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Smith & Manila Rae Ensley; her beloved husband, John Beeman Sr.; her sisters, Bessie Ensley Pittman, Annalene Ensley Heath Lilley and Martha Ensley Terranova.

She is survived by her daughter, Stephanie McGaha (Bill), of Franklin; sons, John Beeman Jr. (Christine) of Arapahoe and Randy Beeman of Hope Mills; brother, Guyan Ensley (Jill) of Oriental; sister, Clara Jean “Jeanne” Ensley of Arapahoe; three grandchildren, Jeremy McGaha (Christie), Andy McGaha, and Meredith Beeman; two great-grandchildren, Avery McGaha and Lily McGaha; and many beloved nieces and nephews.

Her service will be held 3:00 p.m., Sunday, May 24th at Bethany Christian Church, 8126 NC Hwy 306 S., Arapahoe with the Rev. Anna Perry and the Rev. Merritt Watson officiating. Interment at Greenleaf Memorial Park.

The family will receive friends from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Saturday, May 23rd at Bryant Funeral Home.

Flowers are appreciated or memorials may be made to Bethany Christian Church Memorial Fund, PO Box 156, Arapahoe, NC 28510 or Pamlico County Rescue, PO Box 302, Bayboro, NC 28515.

The family would like to thank Adlee Badger for her love and care.