Betty Spencer

Betty Spencer

Betty Spencer Obituary

Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch on Nov. 24, 2009.
SPENCER, Betty, 79, of Highland Springs, went to meet the love of her life Sunday, November 22, 2009. She was preceded in death by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. John F. Melton; husband of 57 years, Felix G. Spencer Jr.; son, Terry Spencer. She is survived by her devoted daughter and best friend, Deb Ganzert; son, Jeff Spencer; daughter, Charlene McWilliams; devoted daughter-in-law, Debbie Lynne; eight grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren; sister, Pansy Michaux; and brother, Bill Melton. Betty was a member of New Bridge Baptist Church. Family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, November 24, 2009, at Nelsen Funeral Home, 4650 S. Laburnum Ave., Richmond, where services will be held 2 p.m. Wednesday, November 25, 2009. Interment will follow in Washington Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, 4240 Park Place Court, Glen Allen, Va. 23060.


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November 24, 2009

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Robert Budjinski

November 24, 2009

The Spencer family I'm so sorry to hear of the loss of your mother.MR Smith that's what she called me.May GOD give you strengh in your time of grief.

Nancy Tinsley

November 24, 2009

Dear Deb, Jennifer, Nikki,
I am deeply saddened to hear of Nanny's death. Having been a teacher for many years at Donahoe, and blessed to have Nanny as a room parent/volunteer, she dearly loved her family. I know she wanted to be with her husband. I hope you find comfort in knowing that she is happy. God bless all of you.

Lisa Satterwhite

November 24, 2009

Debbie and Jennifer,
I'm so sorry to hear about Nanny's passing. I have very fond memories of her. She was very dedicated to her volunteer work at Donahoe Elementary and we couldn't have done our job without her. She will be missed. May you find comfort in the wonderful memories that you have.

LeeAnne McGee-Monger

November 24, 2009

Deb, Amy, and family:
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your mother, grandmother, and greatgrandmother....I know she loved you all, and was a great person. Please take comfort in knowing she is now with your dad, grandfather, greatgrandfather in heaven....If you need anything, please let me know.

Linda Spencer

November 24, 2009

We thought of you with love today,
But that is nothing new.
We thought about you yesterday,
And the days before that, too.
We think of you in silence.
We often speak your name.
Now all we have is memories,
And your picture in a frame.
Your memory is our keepsake,
With which we'll never part.
God has you in His Keeping.
We have you in our Heart.

We will miss you dearly Nanny,
Love Always,
Tyler and Linda

November 24, 2009

Dear Jeff,
I wanted you to know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers at this time. I wish you all the best and hope you find comfort in memories.
Carrie Groome,
Dr. Woolfolk's office manager

November 24, 2009

Jeff, I am very sorry to hear about your mom, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this sad moment in your lives.
Carolyn Hawk(Dr. Woolfolk's assistant)

Trudy Blake

November 24, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

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