Sibyl Beale Obituary Sibyl Presson Beale August 27, 2013 Franklin - Sibyl Presson Beale passed away August 27, 2013 at her home. Born in Wakefield, she was the daughter of the late John Thomas Presson, Jr. and Bessie Zills Presson. She was predeceased by her husband, Warren Steele Beale and son, Warren Steele Beale, Jr. She was also predeceased by her brother, John Thomas Presson, III. Sibyl attended Chowan College, had a career as a rental property manager and was a past board member at Southampton Academy; chairing the Ways and Means committee for seven years and an Antique Show volunteer for many years. She loved spending time with her family and had a generous and fun loving spirit that will be missed by many. Sibyl was an independent lady who relished her family farm and delighted in tractor rides around the property. She also enjoyed nature, flowers and animals. She leaves cherished memories for numerous nieces and nephews. Her friendship and unconditional love will be fondly remembered. The family will receive friends at the home of James C. Beale, III, 304 S. High Street, Franklin. A graveside funeral will be conducted in Poplar Spring Cemetery at 11 AM Saturday, August 31, by the Reverend James H. Hyatt, Jr. The family will receive guests for refreshments immediately following the service in the fellowship hall of the Franklin Congregational Christian Church. Flowers are welcome or memorials may be made in Sibyl s memory to the Franklin Fire/Rescue Department or to Southampton Academy. Wright Funeral Home is assisting the family. www.wrightfuneralhome.org -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- See also: 1) https://www.wrightfuneralhome.org/obituary/2204684 2) https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/pilotonline/name/sibyl-beale-obituary?id24075634 3) https://www.pilotonline.com/obituaries/sibyl-presson-beale-franklin-va/ 4) https://www.pilotonline.com/obituaries/john-thomas-presson-western-tidewater-va/ ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ## Narrative Summary of the Obituary Sibyl Presson Beale, born in Wakefield, passed away on 27 August 2013. She was the daughter of John Thomas Presson, Jr. and Bessie Zills Presson, and was predeceased by her husband, son, and brother. Sibyl was a rental property manager and active in her community. ## Narrative Summary of Funeral Services The graveside funeral for Sibyl Presson Beale was held at Poplar Spring Cemetery on 31 August 2013, conducted by Reverend James H. Hyatt, Jr. ## The Edited Obituary Sibyl Beale Obituary Sibyl Presson Beale 27 August 2013 Franklin - Sibyl Presson Beale passed away 27 August 2013 at her home. Born in Wakefield, she was the daughter of the late John Thomas Presson, Jr. and Bessie Zills Presson. She was predeceased by her husband, Warren Steele Beale, and son, Warren Steele Beale, Jr. She was also predeceased by her brother, John Thomas Presson, III. Sibyl attended Chowan College, had a career as a rental property manager, and was a past board member at Southampton Academy; chairing the Ways and Means committee for seven years and an Antique Show volunteer for many years. She loved spending time with her family and had a generous and fun-loving spirit that will be missed by many. Sibyl was an independent lady who relished her family farm and delighted in tractor rides around the property. She also enjoyed nature, flowers, and animals. She leaves cherished memories for numerous nieces and nephews. Her friendship and unconditional love will be fondly remembered. The family will receive friends at the home of James C. Beale, III, 304 S. High Street, Franklin. A graveside funeral will be conducted in Poplar Spring Cemetery at 11 AM Saturday, 31 August, by the Reverend James H. Hyatt, Jr. The family will receive guests for refreshments immediately following the service in the fellowship hall of the Franklin Congregational Christian Church. Flowers are welcome or memorials may be made in Sibyl's memory to the Franklin Fire/Rescue Department or to Southampton Academy. Wright Funeral Home is assisting the family. www.wrightfuneralhome.org ## Vital Statistics Summary | Name | Sibyl Presson Beale | |---------|--------------------------| | Age | Unknown | | Birth | Unknown; Wakefield | | Death | 27 August 2013; Franklin | ## Table of Relationships | Name | Relationship | Residence | |--------------------------|------------------------|-----------| | Sibyl Presson Beale | Decedent | Franklin | | Warren Steele Beale | Predeceased Spouse | -- | | Warren Steele Beale, Jr. | Predeceased Child | -- | | John Thomas Presson, Jr. | Predeceased Parent | -- | | Bessie Zills Presson | Predeceased Parent | -- | | John Thomas Presson, III | Predeceased Sibling | -- | ## Other Relevant Information 1. Sibyl attended Chowan College. 2. She had a career as a rental property manager. 3. She was a past board member at Southampton Academy. 4. She chaired the Ways and Means committee for seven years. 5. Sibyl was an Antique Show volunteer for many years. 6. She loved spending time with her family and had a generous, fun-loving spirit. 7. Sibyl relished her family farm and delighted in tractor rides around the property. 8. She enjoyed nature, flowers, and animals. 9. She leaves cherished memories for numerous nieces and nephews. 10. Her friendship and unconditional love will be fondly remembered.