12/30/2025
James Sterling Beale, 56, of Mathews, Virginia peacefully entered his eternal home early in the morning on December 19, 2025 at Mary Immaculate hospital in Newport News. James was born to the late Willard Beale, Jr. and Lois Beale.
James grew up in Mathews and obtained his education through Mathews County Public Schools. He was devoted to his family and always put others before himself, showing kindness, care and support to weveryone around him. Through hard work and determination, he provided for his family and led by example, showing the value of responsibility, love and selflessness.
He leaves to cherish four sons; Clyde Antonio Peterson, Jr., Christopher James Ferguson-Beale, Joshua Anthony Beale and James Franklin Beale: three daughters; Aliza Darlynn Beale, Breonna Tori Beale and Lois Faith Beale. He also leaves three brothers; Lorenzo Veney, Kermit Beale and Allan Beale and one sister; Juanita Beale-Pryor and six grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, December 27, 2025 1:00 pm at New Hope Fellowship, Deltaville, Virginia. The viewing will held at the church from 11:00 until the start of the service. Forrest Brothers Funeral Home, Hudgins will be in charge of the service.