Funeral services for Virgil Bevels, age 77 of Fayetteville, will be conducted Thursday morning at 10:30 AM at Higgins Funeral Home with Bro. Gary Wright and Bro. Greg Wiser officiating. Burial will follow in Wright’s Cemetery. Mr. Bevels passed away Monday night in Huntsville Hospital.
A native of Lincoln County, Mr. Bevels was the son of the late Parvin Bevels and Mabel Gault Bevels. He was a self-employed plumber, electrician and appliance repairman.
Survivors include his wife Peggy Groce Bevels of Fayetteville, sons Kim Bevels, Dean (Rhonda) Bevels and Mike (Nancy) Bevels all of Fayetteville, one daughter Sandy (Jimmy)DeVaney of Madison, AL, two step-children, Rhonda Norris Bevels of Fayetteville, Mark (Lisa) McDaniel of Murfreesboro, TN, eleven grandchildren and six great grandchildren Courtney Norris Englett, Justin “Bert” Norris, Rusty Downs, Hannah B. (Kenzie) Mitchell, Hillary M. Bevels, Brooke DeVaney, Alexia DeVaney, Patti Forsythe, Zach Bevels, Stockton McDaniel and Meredith McDaniel.
Visitation with the family will be Wednesday evening 5-8 PM at Higgins Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Lincoln County Health Foundation, PO Box 1458, Fayeteville, TN 37334
52 Comments To "Virgil Bevels"
#1 Comment By Gary L. Thompson On October 15, 2013 @ 11:55 pm
Peggy, our thought and prayers are with you and all the family. I/we considered Virgil a good friend for these many years. He will be surely missed. Gary & Jo Ann Thompson
#2 Comment By Kathy Talley On October 16, 2013 @ 12:01 am
My sympathy to all of you. Virgil was such a good man and was my primary plumber for over 30 years. I had his phone number memorized – – just like I will always keep his kindness to me over the years as a memory. You have my sincerest sympathy and heartfelt empathy during this time of sorrow. Kathy Talley
#3 Comment By CANDICE,JAMIE & MADISON ROBINSON & LARRY BEVELS On October 16, 2013 @ 12:39 am
DEAN,PEGGY & FAMILY:
WE ARE SO SORRY FOR THE LOST.HE WILL BE MISSED BY ALL WHO KNEW & RESPECTED HIM.VIRGIL RUBBED OFF ON DEAN.HE IS A GREAT PLUMBER & PERSON JUST LIKE HIS DAD WAS.
#4 Comment By Freda Kinser Blair On October 16, 2013 @ 12:45 am
So sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that we keep you in our prayers.
Freda and Kinser children
#5 Comment By Lisa Reese On October 16, 2013 @ 12:55 am
My thoughts and prayers are with your family…
#6 Comment By Judy&Robert Strope On October 16, 2013 @ 1:09 am
Dean and family,
Our hearts are sad for the loss of your dad. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love your neighbors,
Judy and Robert Strope
#7 Comment By Betty Honey On October 16, 2013 @ 1:13 am
I am so sorry for your loss. May God walk with you and be by your side in days to come.
#8 Comment By Carolyn Brooks On October 16, 2013 @ 1:26 am
Peggy,
I’m so sorry for your loss. You and your family are certainly in my thoughts and prayers.
#9 Comment By Carolyn Ray On October 16, 2013 @ 1:50 am
Sorry to hear of Virgil’s death. Teddy and I loved him, he was an extra special person. May God love and comfort you during the
time of your grieving.
#10 Comment By Jimmy and Kay Daniel On October 16, 2013 @ 2:10 am
Virgil was such a good man. I will always remember his kindness to me in the years we worked together at Sears. Our sympathy to each of you, and praying for strength and comfort for your family during this time.
Love,
Jimmy and Kay Daniel
#11 Comment By Julia Stafford On October 16, 2013 @ 2:50 am
Peggy and family,
I am so sorry to hear about Virgil..He was such a great person..My Prayers and thoughts are with you all.
Love,
Judy
#12 Comment By Doug & Rhonda Besherse On October 16, 2013 @ 3:09 am
We were sorry to hear about Virgil and pray that the Lord will comfort you in your time of sorrow and loss.
#13 Comment By Mary Partin On October 16, 2013 @ 5:16 am
We are sorry for your loss. May God help you & your family now & through the days ahead. God Bless, Mr. & Mrs. Willie C McGehee, Billy McGehee, Mary & Teresa Partin
#14 Comment By Jimmy Steelman On October 16, 2013 @ 11:59 am
So sorry to hear about Virgil, he was a kind and loving man to all of his family.. my prayers are with you and the family
#15 Comment By Janice Moore Gregory On October 16, 2013 @ 12:08 pm
Ms. Peggy: I am sorry to hear about Mr. Virgil passing away. You are in my thoughts and prayers. God bless, Janice and Brent Gregory
#16 Comment By Joe and Helen Fussell On October 16, 2013 @ 1:25 pm
Dear Peggy, Dean, and Rhonda,
We are so sorry to hear of Virgil’s passing. He was such a hard working kind gentleman. I loved seeing him across the street every Sunday morning. He will be greatly missed.
Joe and Helen Fussell
#17 Comment By Debbie Kilpatrick On October 16, 2013 @ 1:27 pm
I am so sorry to hear of your family’s loss. You are in my prayers and on my heart.
#18 Comment By Dawn Richardson On October 16, 2013 @ 1:41 pm
Peggy – I am so very sorry to hear about Virgil. I enjoyed his company so much. He and Dean made me feel such a part of the community when I first moved here. I enjoyed his sense of humor and his honesty. I miss you and the family so much and I pray for God to hold you at this time and always. My love Always – Dawn
#19 Comment By Doug & Rhonda Besherse On October 16, 2013 @ 1:55 pm
We were sorry to hear about Virgil. May the Lord comfort you in your time of sorrow and loss.
#20 Comment By Leah Plunkett On October 16, 2013 @ 2:09 pm
Thinking of You!
#21 Comment By Sarah Raby On October 16, 2013 @ 2:26 pm
We are so sorry for your loss. May God grant you peace, strength, and comfort at this time. You will be in prayers. We love you, Sarah and Jack
#22 Comment By Amy Osteen On October 16, 2013 @ 2:50 pm
‘So sorry to hear of your loss. I have been touched deeply by death this year, and, although every situation is different, I can sympathize and emphathize with you. May God be especially close to you at this difficult time. Because He lives, Love, Amy S. Osteen
#23 Comment By Denise Isbell On October 16, 2013 @ 3:13 pm
Ms. Peggy,
So sorry to hear about Mr. Virgil, he was a very respected and nice person. Will keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers. Denise
#24 Comment By Brenda & Joe Burns & Mattie (Barnes) Sawyer On October 16, 2013 @ 3:15 pm
We are so sorry Peggy for your loss.May God be with you and the Family.Mom was telling me yesterday how Virgil was her second cousin and I never knew exactly the kin.Virgil helped mom a lot in her repairs and was such a nice caring man. May God heal your Hearts and you are in our thoughts and prayers.Brenda & Joe Burns ,Mattie (Barnes) and Clay Sawyer
#25 Comment By Rhonda2 and Frank Blackwell On October 16, 2013 @ 3:33 pm
We are thinking about you during this difficult time! Unfortunately, we both understand how difficult it is to lose your dad and we will be there for you! I will always treasure the wonderful memories of bursting into your house on Sundays and Virgil at the table playing cards! We love you dearly!
#26 Comment By Susan (Putnam) Bagby On October 16, 2013 @ 5:25 pm
Peggy: I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
#27 Comment By Tippy Ingram On October 16, 2013 @ 6:13 pm
Dean,
My sympathy and may God bless you and your family during this difficult time.
Tippy
#28 Comment By Wanda Preston On October 16, 2013 @ 8:42 pm
Peggy, My sincere sympathy goes out to you and your family. I am out of town but promise you a hug when I get home. Your strong faith will sustain you in the days ahead. This I know! I love you!
#29 Comment By Anita Johnson On October 16, 2013 @ 9:10 pm
Dean, my prayers and thoughts are with you. Virgil has always been a treasured friend.
#30 Comment By Tina Peel On October 16, 2013 @ 9:46 pm
Ms. Peggy, my thoughts are with you during this time. Hugs & prayers for you and your family.
#31 Comment By James A. Bonner On October 16, 2013 @ 11:04 pm
Dean; Kaye and I considered Virgil a friend and are sorry for your loss. We know that he will be missed by many.To Peggy and the rest of the family, you have our sympathy and prayers. Jim & Kaye Bonner
#32 Comment By Terry and Laura Monks On October 17, 2013 @ 12:56 am
Dear Ms. Peggy and Family, Terry and I were so sorry to hear of Mr. Virgil’s passing. He was a very special man who was treasured by so many here in our county. Please know you all are in our prayers and we will continue to pray for you as you heal from this loss.
#33 Comment By Sharon Martin On October 17, 2013 @ 1:07 am
May God wrap his loving arms around you and your family.
#34 Comment By Floyd and Imogene Cartwright On October 17, 2013 @ 1:17 am
Peggy and family our deepest sympathy for the loss of your dear family member. Our prayers and thoughts are with you as you go through this difficult time. May your precious memories help all of you.
God Bless,
Floyd and Imogene
#35 Comment By Mildred Posey McNatt On October 17, 2013 @ 2:02 am
Peggy and Dean, I met Virgil when I was about 13 years old at Bob Johnsons rest. It was Christmas and all the girls I worked with had a Coursage except for me…..I will never forget he went out and got me one and brought it to me.The boys were small but I remember as well as yesterday. He was a sweet man and liked by all……He will surely be missed…..I will have yall in my thoughts and prayers during the days ahead….RIP my sweet friend Virgil……………Mildred Posey McNatt
#36 Comment By Debbie Gentry Miahnahri On October 17, 2013 @ 3:27 am
Dear Family,
I just heard about Virgil. My thoughts and prayers will be with you now and in the days to come. I read all the sweet tributes people said about Virgil and you know each one was so true. He will be missed by all that knew and loved him.
#37 Comment By Chief Richard Howell & Staff, Fayetteville Police Dept. On October 17, 2013 @ 12:58 pm
Our thoughts and prayers to you and your family
#38 Comment By Fayetteville Lincoln County Emergency Communications On October 17, 2013 @ 2:12 pm
We are so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Bob, Amy, Polly, Dwayne, Rick, Beverly, Terri, Candy, Hillary, Lisa, Mary Allison & Betsy
#39 Comment By Patrick & Amy Fitch On October 17, 2013 @ 2:14 pm
Peggy, Sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
#40 Comment By Shan Wells On October 17, 2013 @ 3:33 pm
So sorry for your loss. Please know you and your family are in my prayers.
Shan Wells (Marshall Co. Mayor’s Assist.)
#41 Comment By Pam Howell On October 17, 2013 @ 4:06 pm
Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts. May God put his arms around you and comfort you during this time of loss. Pam Howell
#42 Comment By patricia knott On October 17, 2013 @ 5:20 pm
Peggy and Family, So sorry to hear of your loss, may God bless you at this difficult time, Pat Knott
#43 Comment By Virginia Tate and Peggy Coleman On October 17, 2013 @ 5:56 pm
To the Bevels family,
We are both sorry to learn about the loss of your loved one.
Our prayers and thoughts are with you all. May God fold you into his arms and comfort you.
Peggy and Virginia
#44 Comment By Bill and Robin Shelton On October 17, 2013 @ 8:11 pm
Thinking of you with sorrow Mrs. Peggy. May your memories of Mr. Virgil bring you smiles and brighter days.
#45 Comment By Judy McLeod On October 17, 2013 @ 11:26 pm
May God hold you in His arms as we hold you in our thoughts and prayers.
Judy McLeod
and staff of the Community Corrections Program
#46 Comment By Verna Faye Webb On October 18, 2013 @ 2:43 am
Peggy, our sincere sympathy to you and your family. May God comfort you at this difficult time. Don & Verna Faye Webb
#47 Comment By Carolyn and John Ellis On October 18, 2013 @ 7:41 pm
Peggy, I am so sorry for your loss of a very dear husband and friend. So terribly sorry we couldn’t make it to the funeral but you and your family are in our prayers. I know God will be covering you with his wings of comfort and love.
#48 Comment By J.E. and Peggy Towry On October 18, 2013 @ 11:26 pm
Our sympathy to all the family. J.E. and Peggy Towry
#49 Comment By Nelson and Kathy Boice On October 19, 2013 @ 1:24 am
We are so sorry for your loss, Peggy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.
#50 Comment By Charlotte Jennings Forrester On October 19, 2013 @ 4:39 pm
Peggy,
I know that you are consoled from all the comments about your Virgil. Everyone in Lincoln County knew him as an honest, friendly person. He came to my rescue so often when I lived in Fayetteville. I wish there was a Virgil in Auburn. May God be with you.
Charlotte
#51 Comment By Steve L Branch On October 22, 2013 @ 10:21 pm
On October 14, 2013 a huge hole opened skyward and Jesus carried home one of the grandest souls that he ever will. Virgil was a friend to everyone in this community. I personally thought the world of him as did many. God only calls home those which he wants to allow to walk on His streets of “Pure Gold” . He could not have invited a better soul home.
#52 Comment By Patsy Ring On November 16, 2013 @ 3:23 am
Dear Peggy, I just saw that you lost your husband, Please accept my deepest sympathy. I did not know him, but remember you at church always so sweet to me and my Mom, Addie Mae.May God bless and comfort you in the days ahead.
in Christ love, Patsy Ring Johnson