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Betty Jane "BJ" Powledge

1939 - 2025

Betty Jane "BJ" Powledge obituary, 1939-2025, Pflugerville, Tx

Betty Powledge Obituary

Pflugerville, TX - Betty Jane "BJ" Powledge, a decades-long resident of Harlingen, passed away August 28, 2025, following a brief illness. BJ taught school throughout Texas, including in La Feria, Harlingen, and San Benito high schools. She is survived by daughter, Carol McCord (Pflugerville), grandson Dylan McCord (Tyler), granddaughter Amber Juarez (Manor), and five great grandchildren. She leaves behind many friends and extended family, including her long-time companion Jack Valerius. In lieu of flowers consider a donation to your local animal shelter in BJ's memory.

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Published by Valley Morning Star on Sep. 13, 2025.

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Funeral service

11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Beck's Funeral Home - Pflugerville

4765 Priem Lane, Pflugerville, TX 78660

Sep

21

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12:00 p.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Bedias Methodist Cemetery

2367 Shiflet Ln, Bedias, TX 77831

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