Beverly Jean McFarland

Beverly McFarland ObituaryObituary published on Legacy.com by Evergreen Memorial Funeral Home (a.k.a. Allen G. Madison's Evergreen Mem FH on Mar. 11, 2026.Beverly Jean "BJ" McFarland was born on June 22, 1941, in Dallas, Texas, to the parentage of Johnnie D. and Willie Mae Thomas in Dallas, Texas, she was the eldest of six children.She received her education through the Dallas ISD, beginning at JW Ray to BF Darrell and Booker T. Washington where she graduated in 1959. After graduation BJ entered into the nursing field as a CNA at Presbyterian Hospital for 35 years until she retired.BJ accepted Christ at an early age and was baptized at Greater Mt. Zion, uniting later with Greater New Bethel and then later joined Greater New Hope Missionary Baptist Church where she served as a faithful member.Beverly Jean McFarland, beloved mother, sister, grandmother, and friend, peacefully entered eternal rest on March 10, 2026 after a life marked by strength, love, and unwavering devotion to her family. She was a quiet soul with a gentle spirit. She didn't always need many words to show her love-her kindness and presence spoke for her. Those who knew her understood the warmth and calm she carried with her. Before life slowed her down, BJ loved to travel. She enjoyed seeing new places and experiencing the beauty of the world around her. Those journeys were part of what made her smile and brought her joy. BJ will be remembered for her quiet strength, her peaceful nature, and the love she shared with those closest to her. Though she may no longer be with us, the memories of her life, the travels, the one who loved to who celebrated everyone's birthday with cake and ice cream, her love for hats, who made those funny faces when taking pictures, and the quiet way she cared for others will remain in our hearts forever.BJ was preceded in death by her parents, Johnnie D and Willie Mae Thomas and her brother William "Billy" Thomas.Her love for her family was the foundation of everything she did as she leaves to treasure her memory her three children: Willie McFarland Jr., Anthony McFarland, and Adette McFarland-Cole. Five grandchildren-Jasmyn, Jameshia, Jada, Jariah, and Jaleigh-each of whom carries a piece of her spirit, wisdom and her warmth, seven great grandchildren La'Shyia, Ariyon, Aidric, Kiya, Alijah, Asher, Aspen and grandpup Graham, three brothers: Johnnie (Sandy) Thomas of Colorado, Charles (Valeria) Thomas of New York, James Thomas of Dallas, and sister Diane Davis of Dallas, and a host of nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends who were blessed by her presence. Special thanks to Ms. Dorothy Farley who carelessly devoted numerous hours sitting with her.Though she is no longer with us in body, her legacy lives on in the hearts of all who knew her.To send a flower arrangement in memory of Beverly Jean McFarland, please click here to visit our sympathy store.To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.