Paula Flowers

Paula Elizabeth Flowers VIRGINIA BEACH - Paula Elizabeth "Betsy" Flowers, 47, passed away Aug. 29, 2009, at UVA Medical Center, Charlottesville, Va. Betsy was born in Norfolk and graduated from Kempsville High School in 1979. She spent most of her career selling insurance and owned The Insurance Shoppe in Virginia Beach. Betsy loved gardening, going to the beach, and spending time with her family and friends. She was a member of Baylake United Methodist Church, where she was actively involved in the children's programs. Betsy was predeceased by her parents, Nicholas and Carole Flowers and her sisters, Terri Heck and Vanessa Stafford. She is survived by her brothers, Bill Flowers and Joe Flowers and his wife Wendy, all of Norfolk and 16 nieces and nephews. Betsy had overcome many obstacles in life which made her strong and compassionate. She always had a relaxed spirit, soft voice and a gentle touch. Betsy will be greatly missed by all the lives she has touched. The family wishes to give special thanks to John Buddles and her lifetime friend, Missy Bowes, for all of their love and care during her illness. A celebration of Betsy's life will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 2, at Baylake United Methodist Church, 4300 Shore Drive, Virginia Beach, with the Rev. Deborah Clark officiating. Please join the family for a reception immediately following Betsy's service at the Ocean View Democratic and Social Club, 9615 Granby St., Norfolk. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the church. You may offer condolences at www.mem.com. Arrangements by Smith & Williams Funeral Home, Norfolk Chapel.