Betty Graham Obituary
Betty Graham, born on June 11, 1954 passed away on January 22, 2025, at the age of 70. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, and cherished friend.
Betty was known for her unwavering love for her family and her many talents in cooking and fishing, pursuits that brought her joy and a sense of connection to those she cherished.
Betty is survived by her daughter, Judy Bell (Tim Townsley); her son, Gary Speakman (Bry); and her treasured grandchildren, Ashley Britt (Heather Britt), Kara Speakman (Connor Shaver), Caleb "Bubba" Cook and Ashlee Luck. She is also survived by siblings, Patricia Davis, Willene Bays, Dempsey Holt and Georgie Moon.
She was preceded in death by her mother, Audrey Vernon-Russell, and her father, Willie Edward Holt. She mourned the passing of her son Spencer Speakman, along with her grandchildren, Gary Wayne Speakman Jr., Shelby Speakman, and siblings Debra Schmidt, Charles Holt, Patsy Warren, Glenda Pokejoy, Boone Holt, and infant brothers, Delmer, Jimmy and WL Holt.
A memorial service to honor Betty Graham will be held on February 8, 2025, at 1:00 PM, at Cole Funeral Home located at 111 Wilbur D Mills Ave, Kensett, Arkansas, 72082.
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