Barbara “Bobbie” Ann Beaver
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Barbara “Bobbie” Ann Beaver, 83, of Raytown Missouri, went to be with the Lord on December 13, 2017 at 12:15 pm. Her celebration of life will be held at 11:00 am, Monday, December 18th, 2017 preceded by a visitation at 10:00 am, at Tri-City Baptist Church, 430 NE Duncan Rd Blue Springs, Missouri.
Babara (Bobbie) was born in Spelter City, Oklahoma January 16th, 1934. She would often refer to herself to other family members as an “Okie from Muskogee.” Born to Ed and Gertie Reasons, she was the oldest of seven children. At an early age, she moved to southern California where she lived until until she met her first husband, Deon Tyson. They spent the years of 1949- 1961 in Richmond, Virginia, where she had a son, John Edward, and a daughter, Lani Jo. In 1961, she and her children moved to Kansas City, Missouri, where she met and married Carl (Sonny) Beaver. Bobbie and Sonny had two children: Mark David and Amy Sue.
Bobbie rededicated her life to the Lord in 1969 when Sonny was led to the Lord by Tom Sooter and Darrell Barlow during a Thursday evening neighborhood evangelism visit. They then began their spiritual journey together and in 1976 they joined Tri-city Baptist Church where Bobbie began teaching in the preschool. She continued to teach Kindergarten and Preschool for the next 30+ years. She continued to substitute as needed up until 2014. Countless children have been impacted and guided by her gentle, caring, and nurturing love in the classroom.
She is preceeded in death by her husband, Carl Beaver in 1998, her mother Gertie in 1989, and all of her 6 brothers. She is survived by her two half sisters, Dezra and Zandi Funderburk, and her children, John Tyson (wife Bonnie) of Independence, Lani Caughron (husband Bill) of Raytown, Mark Beaver of Spokane, Washington, and Amy Herbster (husband Michael) of Ringgold, Louisiana. She has 11 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren, and 3 great-great grandchildren.
Her life of faith revolved around her friendships and faithfulness to the ministry of her church. Since the passing of her husband, she established a regular time of encouragement with several other ladies. These friends have been priceless in their ministry to her as they have together sought to be faithful in the latter years of their lives. Bobbie’s life and ministry is a testimony of a life of gentleness and kindness, especially demonstrated in her life long ministry to children. Her simple way of life demonstrated that she desired to quietly and faithfully serve the Lord and others. She has demonstrated biblical womanhood and as a result, her children “Rise up and call her blessed.”
Bobbie’s favorite verse was Isaiah 41:10: “Fear thou not, for I am with thee; be not dismayed for I am thy God. I will strengthen thee, yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.”
Because of her steadfast faith in a God who cannot lie, she is rejoicing in the splendors of Heaven. Her faith has become sight!
Visits: 2
Such an amazing person. You will be missed Grammy, we love you so much. Can’t wait to see you again!
Gma B,
Through your living spirit I learned unconditional love, compassion and understanding. My only regret is that we didn’t spend more time together. You gave love freely and without judgment. You glowed with the love of Christ. It is only fit that you join the Lord at this most holy time of the year. Dance with joy and soar high with your wings of gold. You more than earned them! See you soon,
Love you,
Paula Jo
Barbara Beaver was our daughter Jennifer’s kindergarten teacher when she needed a gentle, loving teacher. Loved her and her sweet spirit. She was also an encouragement to me through my cancer journey this last year, even though we moved away from Tri-City 10 years ago. I”ve loved seeing the pictures of her recently with children and grandchildren. Will rejoice with her some day in glory. Praying for your family. Wish we could be there Monday for the celebration.
I have only been acquired with Bobbie since going on the Branson trip with Tri-City about two years ago. She always smiled & was a woman of great faith. We talked through Facebook the last few months to discover common things in our background & thinking I will miss her greatly! PTL I will see her again one day!
Prays going up for her family.
Bobbie,
You are one of the sweetest person I have ever met and a wonderful Mom to my brother Bill. You made me feel like I was your family. I know you are rejoicing with our lord. You will be missed!
God Bless!!
Love,
Debbie Caughron McFarland
Praying for comfort and peace for all in your mother’s homegoing. Obviously, she had finished all the Lord had for her to do on this earth, and He longed for her presence with Him in Glory.
Love & prayers,
Aunt Bobbie I will always have found memories of you and your gentle soul. Although you will be missed by many, it warms my heart to know you are free from all pain and your soul released from this world to greet your Lord in time to wish him a Happy Birthday first hand. Send my love to our all family there with you and rest in sweet peace!
The lyrics to this song have not left my heart since we were here last week to say our goodbyes. I know my Grandma is dancing with her King!!! Hallelujah, Hallelujah, In His Precious Name, Hallelujah??
Come! Come in!
You’re invited into this room to dance
The King has prepared all this for you
He’s been waiting for you
Won’t you come?
Can you feel His love around you?
His arms stretched out and reaching for you?
There’s only peace in this place
Listen close, you’ll hear the sweet sounds
Of heavens angels singing all around
Welcoming you to this dance
Hallelujah
You have ravished my heart
Round and round we go
To the sould of Oh,
Hallelujah!
Come! Come in!
You’re invited into this room to dance
The King has prepared all this for you
He’s been waiting for you
Won’t you come?
Peace that’s surpassing all understanding
Joy unspeakable, and love everlasting!
This is where you belong
Right here close to His heart!
Come! Come in!
You’re invited into this room to dance
The King has prepared all this for you
He’s been waiting for you
Won’t you come?
Come! Come in!
You’re invited into this room to dance
The King has prepared all this for you
He’s been waiting for you
Won’t you come?
Can you feel His love surround you?
His arms held tight and wrapped around you?
There’s only love in this place
Beautiful and worthy are you
To the Great I am before you
Come rest in His delight
Come! Come in!
You’re invited into this room to dance
The King has prepared all this for you
He’s been waiting for you
Won’t you come?
Amy, Mike, and Family,
We’re so glad you got to spend Thanksgiving with your mom and all the family. That will be a very special memory. We want to express our sympathy in her passing from this life but know you are looking forward to seeing her with her Savior on the other side. May the Lord give you peace and strength at this time.
Mrs. Beaver’s faithfulness, love for the Lord, kindness, gentleness and sweet smile will always be remembered. She was a jewel. I loved her dearly. Praying for all of you and rejoicing that she is in the presence of the Lord.
I was close to “Mrs. Beaver” and spent a lot of time with her family during high school. She was always welcoming, genuine, full of love and a wonderful role model. She truely impacted my life and I feel lucky to have spent that time with her. Although her family will miss her presence here, they jnow they will one day see her again. Prayers and love to the family.
Both of my boys were blessed to have “Mrs. Beaver” as their kindergarten teacher. She was such a wonderful teacher and was truly kind, loving and patient. Our family will always remember her fondly but we are rejoicing that she is with her Savior now.