Reverend Bevington Hartford Farnsworth's Obituary
Dr. Bevington Hartford Farnsworth went to be with the Lord on March 6, 2023. He served as a Methodist minister for 43 years, mainly in Memphis. Bev loved the Lord and loved serving Him and his congregations. He was very personable and enjoyed greeting everyone.
Bev started his ministry as a student pastor in 1956. He graduated from Vanderbilt University in 1959 with a Bachelor of Divinity. He returned to school in 1978 and completed his Doctorate of Ministry from Vanderbilt University in 1980.
In his free time, he was a pilot. His son, Michael, taught him to fly, and they enjoyed many hours in the clouds together. Bev was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and friend. He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Joyce Farnsworth.
He is preceded in death by his two sons, Stephen and Michael Farnsworth. He is survived by his daughter-in-law, Cheryl Tabor, granddaughter, Victoria Farnsworth Lamb (Tyler), and many loving and helpful family and friends.
A special thank you to Jeff and Caryn Brannen for your love and constant help through the years.
In lieu of flowers please make donations to St. Jude, West Clinic, or a donation of your choice.
Family will receive family and friends for visitation on Saturday, March 11, 2023 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. with service beginning at 11:00 a.m. Burial to follow at Memorial Park Cemetery.
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