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Lucille Betts Obituary
A native of Oconee County, she was the daughter of the late Rev. E.N. Anthony and Jewell Lanier Anthony. The widow of William M. 'Bill' Betts, she received her Masters in Education Degree from the University of Georgia. She taught for many years in the Oconee County School System and later served several positions on the central office staff.
The family will receive friends from 1 until 3 pm Sunday at the funeral home. A private cryptside service will be held later.
Surviving are two daughters: Nancy Arnold of Lawrenceville and Marjorie Collins of Monroe, NC; two sons: Bell Betts of Augusta and John Betts of Watkinsville; a sister: Elma A. McGuire of Athens; six grandchildren and seven great grandchildren.
She was predeceased by a sister: Hazel A. Hale.
In lieu of flowers, memorials are requested to your favorite charity.
Arthur Bowick's Oconee Chapel is in charge of arrangements.
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Athens Banner-Herald, Saturday, Nov. 20, 2004
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Tawnya Robinson
November 23, 2004
My deepest sympathy goes to the family. Mrs. Betts taught me in the the fourth grade and she was my favorite teacher.
Helen Powell
November 22, 2004
Mrs. Betts was such a lovely person, always smiling and concerned about others. We worked together several years and was such a pleasure. She will be greatly missed. Bay and I extend our sympathy to all of the family.
Vivian Jones Moore
November 21, 2004
Bill, So very sorry to hear of the passing of your father and mother. My deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Kim Wortham
November 21, 2004
Mrs. Betts was my teacher and a beautiful charming lady. She was a class act when it came to education in our Oconee County School District. My deepest condolences to the family on your loss and she will always hold a warm place in my heart.
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Minister Hallie Ann Adams
November 20, 2004
My deepest sympathy to the Betts family. Mrs. Betts was a wonderful person. She was an inspiration to me. I knew her parents well. I am the daughter of Annie Ruth Adams the late Horace Adams. My prayers are with you.
Mary C. Harden
November 20, 2004
My prayers and thoughts are with you .
Wendell & Betty Dawson
November 20, 2004
Mrs. Betts was a nice person. She was also a professional who had a personality and demeanor that attracted friends and respect.
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Rev. Barbara Ulrich
November 20, 2004
Nancy and Family, My deepest sympathy in your loss. Mrs. Betts and I taught together at Oconee and she was a wonderful person. May the Holy Spirit of the Living God that sustained Jesus in His dark hours fill you with the hope and assurance of God's strength, comfort and sovereignty according to Romans 8:38-39 - nothing separates us from God's love!
Peace be with you,
Barbara Ulrich
Arthur Bowick's Oconee Chapel
November 20, 2004
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