She was born on February 28, 1931 in Elk City, OK to John A. and Othie Ross.
Betty was happily married to Billy G. Lovett for 64 years. A member of First Baptist Church in Fort Smith, she loved the Lord and served in many capacities at the church. She continued to serve with her second love of making quilts, for many of the newborns of the church with scriptures sewed into the corner of them. She was an RN at Sparks for many years and retired early to enjoy her grandchildren. She was a loving Mother and Grandmother, Heaven has gained another saint.
She is preceded in death by her father, John Ross (Mother Othie Ross), Husband Billy Lovett, Sisters Dorothy Broadnax, and Bobby Lou Baker.
She is survived by a brother, John ”Bud”(Judy) Ross; sisters Lee Chadwick, Geraldine “Sis” (James) Holt, Ann (Bob) Bahil; sons David (Debra) Lovett and Mark (Priscilla) Lovett; grandchildren Jessica (fiancé Derrik Barnes) Lovett and Cory Lovett, Steven Chance and Jennifer Cusick. She is also survived by 6 great grandchildren.
A Graveside Service will be held 11:00 A.M. Wednesday at the pavilion of the Fort Smith National Cemetery. Family will greet friends from 5:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. Tuesday at the funeral home. Arrangements are under the direction of Edwards Funeral Home in Fort Smith.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to The Gideons International, P.O. Box 971, Fort Smith, AR 72902.
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