Betty Ervin Rogers

Betty was born Effie Elizabeth Ervin in Kingstree, SC to Samuel James Ervin and Louise Brock Ervin on January 3, 1938. She grew up on “The Wedge” farm in the Indiantown community near Hemingway, SC. Betty was the oldest of six children. Betty grew up attending Indiantown Presbyterian Church and graduated from Indiantown High School. After starting Winthrop University, Betty paused her education and married Ernest Timmons of Lake City. Betty had two children, Al and Liz Timmons, before the untimely death of Ernest on February 14, 1961. Betty eventually continued her education, graduating from the University of South Carolina with a bachelor’s degree in education. While attending USC, Betty met Monroe Rogers. After teaching briefly in Johnsonville, SC, Betty and Monroe were married and she moved to Columbia, along with Al and Liz. Betty was a wonderful, caring mother and homemaker. After Al and Liz graduated, Betty went to work for Bankers Trust that eventually became Bank of America. She was the branch manager for the Gervais Street location in downtown Columbia, SC. Betty frequently volunteered her time to help others. She was a Meals on Wheels volunteer as well as helped transport cancer patients to various appointments.

Betty and Monroe were members of Platt Springs United Methodist Church for over fifty years. Betty loved her church and was devoted to serving in various capacities there. Betty was a long-time member of the Wesley Fellowship Sunday School Class and served as treasurer. She was head of the Bereavement Team, leader of the church counters and participated as a counter. She was on a committee to make Easter baskets for shut-ins as well as calling and checking on those who were shut-in or sick. Betty also helped with putting together boxes for Christmas. Caring for others and serving was a priority for Betty and something she felt called to do.

Betty was predeceased by Monroe, her parents, Sam and Louise Ervin, two brothers Robert Ervin and Sam Ervin III. She is survived by daughter, Liz Timmons of Columbia; son, Al Timmons of Chapin; daughter-in- law, Vera Timmons; two grandsons, Zach and Josh Timmons; brother, John Ervin of Charleston; sisters, Mary Louise Davis of Florence and Carol Tucker of Concord, NC; as well as nieces and nephews.

Betty was a kind, loving mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, mother-in-law, sister-in-law, neighbor, and friend. Betty was a devoted grandmother who loved spending time with her grandsons traveling, playing games, and visiting attractions. She was a kind, unselfish, gentle southern woman who made a positive impact on many lives and was loved by so many. She was a devoted Christian who loved the Lord.

Services will be at Platt Springs United Methodist Church on March 28th at 11am. Lunch will follow in the fellowship hall. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made her church, Platt Springs United Methodist Church, 3215 Platt Springs Rd, West Columbia, SC 29170.