Betty J. Brunson

Betty was born to Hazel Etta Nunnally and William Wesley Nunnally on December 2, 1925 in Indianapolis IN. At an early age Betty’s art ability won her a scholarship to the John Herron Art institute in Indianapolis. Betty served as the president of the Alpha Chapter of the Omega Phi Tau Sorority Indianapolis. Betty married the love of her life William E. Brunson in 1942. William served with honorable promotions in Patton’s Army WWII as Betty served in the Army Corps of engineers, map drafting. The family with daughter Cinda Sue and William Wesley moved to Florida in 1969. Soon after Brunson’s Paint & Body Shop and wrecker services were open at 471 Main Street, Dunedin. Betty was invited to join the Creative Artists Guild inc. and she suggested a board of 6 directors and a chairman- this proved to be a success. Later when Betty was Chairman she helped create the “Council of Fine Art” organization, it too was a success, and grew to include a large number of the areas fine art organizations. These groups combined to frequently hold large exhibits to display the artist’s work. Betty’s original creations of 3’ tall shell trees were popular at the Festival of Trees and were also sold for the benefit of the Guild. Betty was honored by the Creative Artists Guild by being made a Lifetime Member for her wonderful work and dedication.

Betty, known by most as “Grammie”, was loved by everyone who knew her and will be missed dearly.

A Funeral Service for Betty will be held Saturday, July 23rd, 10:00AM at Sylvan Abbey Memorial Park, 2860 Sunset Point Rd, Clearwater, FL.