Betty Louise Reed
April 1, 1942 ~ September 21, 2011
Resided in:
Fairview, NC
Asheville Butterfly Trail
Betty Louise Reed, 69, of Fairview, died tragically on Wednesday, September 21, 2011.
A native of Buncombe County, she was a daughter of Mavoureen Mullinax Sexton, of Fairview and of the late Dewey C. Sexton. She was also preceded in death by her husband, James O. Reed, who died in 2008.
Betty was passionately devoted to Christ and was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and sister. She dedicated her life to serving God, her family and community. Those who were fortunate enough to know her forever had their lives changed and she will truly be missed. She resides today in God's grace and in the arms of her loving husband of 47 years.
In addition to her mother, Betty is survived by one daughter, Stephanie Hall and her husband, Robert, of St. Augustine, FL; one son, Maj. Tony Reed, M.D. (USAF) and his wife, Sherri, of Newport News, VA; two sisters, Anna Jean Banks and Joanne S. Tipton, both of Fairview; two brothers, Jack M. Sexton and Larry A. Sexton, both of FL; six grandchildren, Emma Reed, Max Reed, Caroline Reed, Zachary Hall, Reed Hall and Noah James Hall as well as several cousins, nieces and nephews.
A life celebration service will be held at 3:00 PM on Sunday, September 25, 2011 in the chapel of Groce Funeral Home at Lake Julian with the Reverend David Blackmon officiating. Interment will follow at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church Cemetery.
The family will receive friends from 1:00-3:00 PM on Sunday at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, the family graciously requests that memorial donations be made in Betty's memory to Hearts With Hands, 951 Sand Hill Road, Asheville, NC 28806 or to the Susan G. Komen for the Cure (www.komen.org).
I have know the family all my life. My love and sympathy go out to each of you. We grew up together, and went to school and church together. I love the you deeply and you will continuely be in my prayers.
I had the pleasure of not only being a student and seeing Mrs. Reed in the office but also working with her at Fairview Elementary. Betty had a beautiful smile and was willing to offer a listening ear. She was such a wonderful lady and will truly be missed. Lifting your family up in prayers.
Stephanie & ‘Sweetman’ A friend said to me ‘Stephanie and Tony are
the most blessed kids I know.’ I
thought for a minute and said ‘wait
a minute ‘Stephanie & Tony’ are not
the only folks blessed. Everyone that knew them were blessed. Betty
did not have NO in her vocabulary
if she knew you needed it are if you had something that needed to be done, Betty was there. She did
not just talk the talk she walked
the walk. She made my brother a very happy man for 47 years. We know she is praising GOD and she is
hearing ‘Well done thou good and
faithful servant’ and that she
was. I must strive for my live to
be the example she was. All this
old world needs IS A LOT MORE BETTY’S. Stephanie and Tony we love you and we will always be here
for you. Barbara and Bud
To all the family; Betty was a precious person, she always had a smile on her face. She was our neighbor and friend. I hope it is a comfort to you to know that your Mom and Dad are together again.
May God bless all of you and sustain you with His precious love.
Our family is truly heartbroken. Betty was a dear person. We will miss her, but we are glad that we had the privilege of knowing her.
WE ARE SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT BETTY PASSING AWAY. SHE WAS A VERY SWEET LADY THAT LOVED THE LORD. OUR THOUGHT’S & PRAYER’S ARE WITH THE FAMILY & FRIEND’S.
One fantastic lady…she will most certainly be missed. My heart goes out to her family.
My most heartfelt sympathies go out to the families with the loss you are enduring. I have such fond, wonderful memories of Betty – she was a truly special woman. The family will be in my prayers during this most difficult time. May God comfort you as only he can.
Tammy Todd Helms
I have been blessed to have worked with Betty at Fairview Elementary. She was a friend to all. She will be greatly missed. Betty truly made a difference in the lives of everyone she touched. I will always remember her great sense of humor. May you feel God’s presence and peace as you deal with this difficult time.
We will greatly miss Betty and our prayers and best wishes go out to the Family. There couldn’t have been a nicer and caring person.
I had the pleasure of working with Betty at Fairview Elementary. She was a kind, gentle lady that reflected her faith through all she did in life. I was saddened to hear about her passing. My prayers are with all the family.
Betty will always be remembered by her kindness and her smile to anyone she met. I know everyone is sad right now but she is happy and praising the Lord.My sincere condolences to you all.
To Jean Banks and Family- Although we didn’t have the pleasure of meeting your sisters- (I, Rhonda Pate- had the pleasure of sharing Sunday School with you at Trinity Baptist Church in Asheville some years ago)- we wanted to let you and your family know that we have been remembering you in our prayers this week, and will continue to do so. We extend our sympathy to you and your family.
I am so sadden at the loss Of a friend and class mate. May God bless all of you and sustain you with His precious love. Bill Dotson
she was a wonderful woman i am so blessed to have known her.
I am so thankful to have been blessed by knowing Betty. Her influence is everlasting. Stephanie, Tony, and family – I will keep you in my prayers. May God provide you the strength and courage you need. Love to all.
Stephanie and family, We are so very sorry for your loss. We will keep all of you in our prayers.
Fondly, Lynn and Dave Simmons
My Deepest and Sincere Condolences to the Family and the many friends she has encountered through her life. I can say I was one of those friends who had the oppurtunity to work with Betty at F.E.S. She will be sadly missed by all who knew her. She always made someones day with her smile. She was always in good spirits. Love you Betty may you R.I.P.
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family through this heartbreaking time. There’s nothing we can say that will ease your pain but we just wanted you to know we are thinking of you. Our deepest condolences.
My thoughts and prayers our with the family.
Betty and Jimmy are where we all are longing for. The ‘Reunion’ that will last for Eternity. Our love and prayers to the entire family.
May the Lord give you peace and comfort during this most difficult time. I still remember how Betty was the one that taught my daughter to tie her shoes at the hospital when Emma was born. Betty loved her family profoundly. May God give me the finesse to love others and she did.
May all the smiles she brought to people (and 1,000’s of kids) be precious memories for her dear friends & family. She will be greatly missed, but knowing we’ll see her again brings some peace to your soul. Praying for the family. In Christian love.
Knowing Betty at Fairview Elementary and in retirement…she was always smiling, looking for the positive and the twinkle she had in her eye talking about grandkids, oh my. Her distinctive voice and laughter will echo in my head forever. Our prayers go out to all the family.
Joey & Kenny, I knew Betty from her work at the school. She was always so caring and positive. She was a great influence on the children, my two boys included. She certainly will be missed. My thoughts & prayers are with you and the rest of the family. May God bless.
I worked with Betty at Fairview Elementary during her last years there. She was such a wonderful, caring lady. She touched many lives in a very positive way. She will be missed! May God be with all of you during this time.
We are so sorry for the families loss! Betty was a wonderful person and she will surely be missed.
Betty was my girlfriend when we were in the first grade…Ted Buckner and I use to fite over her more then once. I think she liked him best. This summer we talked on the phone about the class reunion. She was a first class Lady.
Betty was a bright ray of light everyday. She is a wonderful part of our Fairview School memories.
My sincere sympathy to Betty’s entire family. May each of you be filled with beautiful memories and may you be blessed with peace and understanding. My thoughts and prayers are with you.