Beverly B. Thornton

2001-2002

The Delta of the Year award is given annually in the Fairfax County Alumnae Chapter (FCAC) to honor a dynamic Delta who has demonstrated a significant commitment to the chapter and has gone above and beyond the call of Delta.  FCAC is very proud to honor Soror Beverly B. Thornton as Delta of the Year for the 2001 sorority year.

In 1979, Soror Thornton was initiated into the Pine Bluff (AK) Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.  She served as Corresponding Secretary and was chairperson of the Ways and Means committee.  Later, she moved to Jacksonville, Florida and joined the Jacksonville Alumnae chapter, where she would serve as the Keeper of Properties and assistant Financial Secretary.

Over the years Soror Thornton’s dedication and leadership has also been exemplary through her family.  While residing in Atlanta, she devoted much of her time to being a mother and wife, and now has a daughter in college.   Despite her residence in four different cities over the past several years, Soror Thornton has always found a home in Delta. -- “Another great thing about our sisterhood, I have found that with every relocation, you know you have Delta sisters awaiting you in the new city.” 

In 1998 FCAC was privileged to welcome Soror Beverly Thornton to our chapter and back to Delta.  In just her first year with us, she became co-chairperson of the Ways and Means committee, was a key asset to the success of the Masquerade Ball and Art Auction, and has demonstrated nothing short of genuine leadership thereafter.  As Assistant Financial Secretary, a member of the Minerva Circle and numerous committees, Soror Thornton’s success is endless.  She has always given her all in everything that she does, and is willing to assist any Soror or committee that asks.  

In addition to the many “hats” she wears, Soror Thornton continues to embrace us with her bright smile and her joyful spirit as a member of the Sunshine committee.  She takes pride in her duty of sending greeting cards to Sorors and their families for all occasions.  As Accessory Coordinator for our chapter’s Change II program, Soror Thornton enjoys utilizing her manual dexterity.    She also enjoys making and sharing crafts, as much of her work can be found in the homes of many sorors. 

On behalf of FCAC, congratulations Soror Thornton for going above and beyond the call of Delta!