Betty Sue Aaron, a lady full of love, kindness, and thoughtfulness, was born on May 19, 1958, in Langdale, Alabama. She passed away peacefully at her residence in Valley, Alabama, on October 25, 2023. Betty's life was a testament to the power of love, the strength of character, and the beauty of a life lived with purpose and passion.
Betty was a woman of many talents and interests. She retired from Kroger in Lanett, where she was a beloved cashier, known for her warm smile and friendly demeanor. She was a woman who loved to work in her yard, nurturing plants with the same care and attention she gave to her family and friends. Betty's love for the outdoors extended to her passion for cat fishing, an activity she enjoyed with her husband, James.
Betty was also a woman of creativity. She loved to do arts and crafts, pouring her heart and soul into each piece she created. Her love for Elvis and the music of his era, "The Golden Oldies," was infectious, filling her home with joy and laughter. Betty was a woman who never met a stranger; her open heart and welcoming spirit making everyone feel at home.
Betty was a loving daughter to Lillie Johnson, a devoted mother to Mary (Misty) Lowery, a loving grandmother to Wayne (Lindsey) Brown, Megan (Josh) Wooten, Rusty (Makayla) Brown, and Erin (Chris) Bishop. She was a proud great-grandmother to Paysleigh and Maison Doughtie, Brinley Wooten, Ethan and Danielle Doughtie, Elijah Smith, Landon, Riley, and Bryson Gentry. She cherished her great daughter-in-law Shannon (Bud) Doughtie. Her family was her pride and joy, and she poured her love and wisdom into each of them.
She was preceded in death by her father, Arthur Johnson, her husband, James Aaron, a daughter, Elizabeth Evans, and her sister, Patricia Lewis.
Betty was also a woman of faith. Her special church family members, Steve and Peggy Jenkins, and Jeff Clevenger, were an integral part of her spiritual journey. Her faith was a beacon that guided her through life's challenges and triumphs.
Betty was a woman who loved unconditionally. This love extended to her loyal canine companions, Bandit, Lalani, Mystery, Bertha, Toby, and Uga, who she may have spoiled just a little. Her pets were more than just animals; they were family, and she treated them with the same love and care she gave to her human family.
Betty's life was a testament to the power of love, the strength of character, and the beauty of a life lived with purpose and passion. She was a woman who loved deeply, lived fully, and left an indelible mark on the hearts of those she touched. Her legacy will live on in the lives of her family, friends, and all those who were fortunate enough to know her.
Betty's life was a journey of love, kindness, and thoughtfulness. She was a woman who embraced life with open arms, a woman who saw the beauty in every moment, and a woman who inspired others to do the same. Betty Sue Aaron, your life was a beautiful melody that will continue to play in our hearts forever. Your spirit, your love, and your legacy will continue to inspire us, motivate us, and guide us. You have left us, but your light continues to shine brightly, illuminating our path and reminding us of the power of love, the strength of character, and the beauty of a life lived with purpose and passion.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, October 28, 2023 at 3:00P.M. EDT at the Lanett Church of Christ. Interment will follow in Fairfax Cemetery. Visitation will be Friday evening at the Johnson Brown-Service Funeral Home in Valley.
Please visit her Memorial Tribute page at www.johnsonbrownservicefh.com to leave a kind message for her family, share a memory of Betty, or to light a Remembrance Candle in her memory.
Johnson Brown-Service Funeral Home Valley Chapel directing.
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