She was born in Bristol, Virginia and was a longtime resident of the Hixson area. Betty Sue retired from Blue Cross Blue Shield where she worked on medical policies. Betty Sue was a registered nurse who brought joy to many different people while caring for them over her years of working, especially in pediatrics at Children’s hospital.
Betty Sue loved her church family at Hixson United Methodist, where she grew in her relationship with Christ and connected with people in her weekly Sunday school group.
Betty Sue had a passion for Volunteer football - she was famous for her game day updates on Facebook each week. She also had a love for dogs, especially her miniature dachshund, Sophie. Betty Sue was a true shining light in this world. She was known for her quick-wit, joyful spirit, and outgoing personality.
Betty Sue is preceded in death by her parents, Kathleen McKinney Emmert and Charles Emmert, her Sister, Charlotte Gray, and her brother, Larry Emmert.
She is survived by her nephew David (Tammy) Gray, niece Teresa (Darin) Tipton, great niece Abigail (Austin) Moore, great nephews, Jeffrey and David L. Gray; and many cousins and extended family.
The family will receive friends from 4 to 7 pm on Friday, February 17, and 10 to 11 am on Saturday, at the North Chapel of Chattanooga Funeral Home.
A Celebration of Betty Sue’s life will follow at 11 am on Saturday at the North Chapel with Dr. Chuck Starks officiating. Burial will be held in Hamilton Memorial Gardens.
Memorial contributions may be made in Betty Sue’s name to Hixson United Methodist Church, 5301 Old Hixson Pike, Hixson, TN 37343.
Please share your thoughts and memories at www.chattanooganorthchapel.com.
Arrangements are by the North Chapel of Chattanooga Funeral Home, Crematory & Florist, 5401 Highway 153, Hixson, TN 37343.
