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Betty Overbey Obituary

Betty Jean Overbey COURTLAND - One glad morning when her earthly life was over, she flew away. Betty Jean Overbey, 75, of Chesapeake passed from this life to eternal bliss Jan. 27, 2009, surrounded by her family at the home of her daughter. She was a registered nurse at Riverside Hospital Pediatric Unit before retiring as an assistant professor of nursing at Norfolk State University. She completed her undergraduate work at Thomas Nelson Community College and Hampton University, and continued her graduate education at HU, earning her MSN in Psychiatric Nursing. The consummate professional, she was known as a "nurse's nurse." Her community involvement included volunteering for the American Cancer Society, promoting breast cancer awareness and president of the Women's Auxiliary of the Retired Armed Forces Club, Hampton, from 1984-1988, where she was involved in fundraisers to give to the needy in the area. The last of a great generation, Betty Overbey was predeceased by her parents, Joe and Minnie Flowers; husband, Robert Overbey Sr.; and brother and sisters, Frank, George, Annie, Josephine and Petula. She leaves to cherish her precious memory nine children, Regina Overbey of Hampton, Lawrence M. Overbey of Seattle, Robert Overbey Jr. (Bridgett) of Triangle, Va., Patrick Overbey (Karen) of Suffolk, Derrick Overbey (Sarah) of Newport News, Pamela Overbey-Walker (Allen) of Courtland, Va., Debra Overbey-Adebiyi, Janice Overbey (Leon) of Hampton, James Overbey of Triangle; 21 grandchildren; 11 great-great-grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. Special thanks to Florence Nightengale, Pat Plemmons and Scarlett Gaulman for your acts of kindness and professional assistance during her illness. Former NSU nursing students are encouraged to attend and please RSVP your response to [email protected]. for special seating. "Let her cry for she's a lady, let her dream for she is a child. Let the rain fall down upon her, she is a free and gentle flower, growing wild." Visitation will be held tonight from 6 to 8 p.m. in Cooke Bros. Funeral Chapel, 1601 27th St., Newport News, VA 23607, (757) 380-0251. A celebration of life will be held at 10 a.m. in Pleasant Grove Baptist Church, 2153 Kempsville Road, Virginia Beach. Interment will follow in Hampton National Cemetery, University Section, immediately following the service. Family and friends are to assemble at 8 Kingslee Lane, Hampton, VA 23669 by 8:15 a.m. Friday. Condolences may be sent to www.cookebros.com.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Jan. 29, 2009.

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Lydia Best

February 1, 2009

For several years, I worked with Mrs. Overbey at NSU and we shared many hours together as co-workers at the nursing department. My deepest sympathy goes to the family at this time. I know you will miss your mother and loved one but rest assured that 1)she has left a life-inspiring legacy and 2) to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord; hence, Betty Jean Overbey as one of God's children, lives free of pain, suffering and the troubles of this world. She was loved and appreciated!

Sibena Samuel-Harris

January 30, 2009

To the family,
Mrs. Overbey was one of my teachers at Norfolk State University over 20 years ago. Her dedication and commitment to African American nurses will be missed. She is one of the reasons I am persuing a career as a nursing educator. May God be with you during your time of saddness.

Jackie Cave-McIntyre

January 30, 2009

My mother and Ms Overbey were friends also, which led to me being your babysitter one summer when your family lived on Weaver Rd in Hampton, and moved to Big Bethel Rd. My thoughts and prayers are with each of you. You do indeed have a loving Guardian Angel watching over you. I had the opportunity to work with Ms Overbey after I became a nurse; we worked on Pediatrics together for awhile. She was a phenonmenal woman and was a great example to all women. She will truly be missed

Angie Seldon

January 29, 2009

my mom - estelle hunter - and mrs overbey were great friends for over 30 years. our families spent a lot of time together. your family is in my heart and prayers. you now have another angel in heaven watrching over you.

peace, blessings & love,
angie (hunter) seldon

Marla Harris

January 29, 2009

My thoughts are with you as you celebrate the life of your beloved mother. May you find peace and contentment in family and friends as you share moments and loving memories.

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