Betty Bagwell

Betty Lewis Bagwell, 63, of Hamilton, MS, passed away on November 2, 2025.

Betty was born on February 26, 1962, to Jerry and Maribeth Lewis. She grew up in Amory, MS, and was a spirited and mischievous child. While at Amory High School, Betty played on the basketball team and was a proud member of the Panther Band, where she played the flute and was a rifle girl. After graduating from AHS in 1980, Betty married her high school sweetheart, Buzz Hurt, and together they had two children, Emily and Byron. After working in healthcare as a CNA and an LPN, Betty furthered her education at Itawamba Community College with an Associates Degree of Nursing. She worked for many years at North Mississippi Medical Center as a registered nurse in the NICU and treasured her time there for the rest of her life. After the untimely passing of her first husband, Betty met and married Joseph Bagwell, who helped her find happiness and companionship again. Betty loved nothing more than sitting on the porch and chatting with Joe over a hot cup of coffee while watching their three dogs play. She loved watching the Atlanta Braves, the Dallas Cowboys, and the Mississippi State Bulldogs.

Above all, Betty will be remembered for her love and dedication to her family. Betty was a full-time caregiver to her aging parents until their passing. She was a devoted mother, stepmother, and dog-mom. Her greatest joy in life were her seven grandchildren, whom she loved beyond measure.

She is survived by her loving husband, Joseph Bagwell; her children, Emily Mitchell (Austin) and Byron Hurt (Dana); her stepchildren, Chris Bagwell (Rebecca) and Beth Bagwell; her grandchildren, Drew Mitchell, Emma Moore, Maddie House, Sophie House, Liam Hurt, Logan Hurt, and Noah Hurt; her siblings, Jerry Lewis (Rhonda) and Jane Lewis; her sister-in-law, Jennifer Bray (Daniel); and many beloved nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Jerry and Maribeth Lewis; her husband, Buzz Hurt; her mother-in-law, Sharon Self; and her sister-in-law, Angela Self.

A celebration of life will be held at Cleveland-Moffett Funeral Home on Wednesday, November 5, at 1 pm with Dr. Lloyd Sweatt officiating. Visitation will take place prior to the service from 11 am until 1 pm. Burial will follow the service at New Prospect Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Austin Mitchell, Josh Maxey, Matthew Lewis, Ronnie Cavalier, Daniel Bray and Tim Watson.

Condolences may be shared at clevelandmoffettfuneralhome.com.