Beatrice Plyler Obituary

What a blessing to have known Bea Plyler! I will always treasure the memories of our times together. Bea always so gracious and with that special twinkle in her eyes! From the first time I met her in 1964 we had a bond. I was very sorry so have been out of town for her service and not to be able to see her family. My most sincere sympathy to each of you.
Becky Hartness

Jim and all the family. We have lost the truest Southern Lady we may have known. I'm sure the saddness is very painful and my prayers are with you.

Bea was a woman of great sensitivity and depth. Her very presence added positive energy and warmth to any conversation, project or experience. She won the hearts of all the students who went abroad with her for a semester in 1978. She had invisible ways of doing daily personal things for students in need. Everyone who remembers Bea will say she was beautiful but they are really speaking about her discerning heart and her rare and unassuming grace. How wonderful that Furman had big dreamers who knew how to befriend others who were also visionaries-- Bea and Dr. Plyler--when the moment arrived to build the Furman campus in sight of Paris Mountain. I will always see her intentions and her hand throughout the campus. So grateful I knew her.

The Plyer family lost a great lady when Beatrice Elizabeth Dennis Plyer died. She was kind and a blessing to those who had the pleasure of knowing her.

Dear Jim and family, we were so saddened by your call telling of your Mother's death. She was a beauidul, gracious and wonderful lady who blessed and inspired all whose lives she touched. You are in our hearts and prayers and we will see you when you return to GSO.

As a close friend of my favorite Aunt, Bea was a very special person in my life. I will always remember this vibrant and gracious lady, and feel privileged to have known her. My deepest sympathies to the Plyler family.

May God's grace and peace surround you during this time. It was indeed an honor and priviledge to be a part of Mrs. Plyler's journey. I enjoyed reading Scripture to her and praying with her. She was the epitome of southern gentleness!

Blessings and Peace,

Rev. Traci Bennett
Chaplain
Piedmont Hospice

Keith, my sympathy in the loss of your mother. Blessings+

Tom Marchant, GHS '58
379-2 Golden Bear Drive
Pawleys Island, SC 29585

To the Plyler Family: What a wonderful lady! I so enjoyed seeing her at football games over the years. A classy person indeed. My prayer is that you will be sustained by memories of a life well lived.

I loved Bea ....and she loved me back. Who could be more fortunate than I?
Sandra Elliott Corder

I was fortunate to spend 6 memorable weeks with Bea on a Furman foreign study in 1978 with LD and Marion Johnson, and Jim and Judy Leavell. Bea was so gracious and loved reconnecting with the students of Furman. It was a privilege to spend that time with her.

Bea Plyler was one of the brightest jewels in Furman's crown. Her radiant energy, undying loyalty, and love for beauty will forever nurture the campus she helped design. What a joy it was to know Bea (and her extraordinary family) and benefit from her wisdom and grace. Her zest for life--and for ideas--was infectious. Her sparkling eyes and caring heart left a legacy of love that endures.

Our deepest sympathy to this great lady. Our love is extended to the family. Ginger & Thomas Dixon. Classes of 1956 & 1957.