Mrs. Mildred Juanita Berry Beach, 95, of Hildebran, went to her Heavenly Home, on Wednesday, June 28, 2023 at Frye Regional Medical Center, following a period of declining health.
Juanita was born on January 12, 1928 in Burke County to the late Teddy Roosevelt Berry and Floy Bell Smith Berry. She was retired from the Burke County School System, where she worked at Hildebran Elementary, as a teacher assistant for many years. Juanita was a member of Longview Church of God, and attended Freshfire Church in Hildebran.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Lloyd Paul Beach, a daughter, Jan Anita Beach, and three siblings, Hylan Rollins, Colleen Knox and Bobby Berry.
Survivors include her daughter, Beth Johnston and husband Dr. Emery Johnston of York, SC, a sister, Kaye Berry of Hildebran, niece, Candy Lazenby and husband Michael of Connelly Springs, and two great-nephews, Jeffrey Lazenby of Connelly Springs and Bryan Lazenby and wife Hillari of Mooresville.
Funeral services will be held on Sunday, July 2, 2023 at 3:00 P.M. in the Chapel of Heritage Funeral Service, with Rev. Colin Deal and Rev. Sam Crowe officiating.
The family will receive friends on Sunday, from 2:00 until 3:00 P.M. at Heritage Funeral Service in Valdese.
In addition, graveside services will be held on Wednesday, July 5, 2023 at 1:00 P.M. at Catawba Memorial Park in Hickory.
Memorials may be sent to Fresh Fire Church, 8654 Huffman Ave., Hildebran, NC 28637 or to Longview Church of God, 3782 Main Ave. Dr. NW, Hickory, NC 28603.
An online guestbook and obituary is available at www.heritagefuneralservices.com
Heritage Funeral Service & Crematory of Valdese is serving the Beach family.
Such a precious lady .. Always the same n always had a beautiful smile .. My prayers n Sympathy to her Family n Friends .. Love Trudy
I’m so sorry for Juanita’s family and friends, but I know there has been much rejoicing in Heaven as she made her way through the gates. Juanita and I worked together at Hildebran Elementary in the late ‘80’s, along with her good friend Vivian Neel. I went to college at night at L-R and they both prayed for me as I finished my degree. I couldn’t have had a sweeter, kinder friend.
I was so very sorry to hear this news. Mrs. Beach was the best neighbor to me for many years. i enjoyed sitting with her on her porch or standing in the yard while admiring her determination to keep her yard just perfect. She always had an encouraging word and precious smile. May you now be reunited with the love of your life Mr. Beach and sore into happiness.
So very sorry! Loved her!
I wanted to let you know we are sending prayers to the family. We are so sorry for your loss.
So sorry for the loss of your Mom, so happy we got to see her a few weeks ago. We were out of town and couldn’t make the services. She was such a blessing to our family. Will be praying for you and your family.
Beth,
I just heard about your mother last night. I am so sorry for the loss of your mom. I loved Sis Beach! She was one of the sweetest ladies I have ever known! I know that you will miss her dearly. I know I will miss seeing her out eating.
With deepest sympathy,
The Stamey Family
(Kim Phillips Stamey-Pastor Todd Phillips’ Sister)