Beverly R. (Brown) Scullark affectionally known as “Big Momma” was born November 13, 1947 in Cleveland, Ohio to Gloria A. Smith and Wesley Nicholson. Her mother later wed Willie “Shanty” Smith.
They each would later precede her in death. Beverly was the second oldest of four siblings: Robert, James, Wesley and Michael.
Beverly was baptized under the leadership of the late Reverend Andrew Sizemore, December, 1958 at New Jerusalem Baptist Church. She rededicated her life to Christ when she joined Fellowship Missionary Baptist Church May,1998. She later joined Olivet Institutional Baptist Church under the leadership of Reverend Dr. Jawanza Colvin.
Beverly obtained her early education through Cleveland Public Schools, graduating from John F. Kennedy High School in 1967. A FIGHTING EAGLE UNTIL THE END. Beverly was a committed worker where she held numerous jobs including the City of Cleveland and US Steel. She eventually retired from the United States Postal Service on December 31, 2005, with 22 years of dedicated service. During that time Beverly received numerous service awards for her exemplary work ethics.
On November 30, 2003, Beverly was united in holy matrimony to Rickey O. Scullark. During their 19 year union, he would often express that marrying Beverly aka his “Honey Bee” was the best day of his life.
She was united in marriage to Cecil C. Lanier and they were blessed with a darling daughter Veyonne Latrice. She went on to unite with John T. Williams and of that union their loving son Erik Vann was born.
Beverly was a very outgoing person who enjoyed spending time with family and friends. But her great-grandkids brought so much joy and laughter in her life. Beverly was always jazzy, a true fashionista with style & class. Truly a fun-loving spirit!
Beverly was an avid bowler on several leagues who also enjoyed traveling, hand-dancing, bingo, and loved shopping on HSN. Her charismatic personality, kindness, infectious smile will be missed and fondly remembered by all those whose lives she touched.
Beverly leaves to cherish her legacy: her husband, Rickey O. Scullark and his two sisters; her daughter, Veyonne L. (Reggie), her son Erik; four grandchildren: Brandon, Cameron, Erika, and Erin; two great-grandchildren: Elijah, and Zoey. She was also blessed with a bonus son: Anthony; his children (Anthony Jr., Ashley, David, Aaron, Annalise) three bonus grandchildren: Bianca, Crystal, Myra and great-grandkids, brothers: Robert, James (Ruth), Wesley and Mike; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and loving friends.