Betty Lynn (Ellis) Hall

Betty Lynn Ellis Hall was born on February 24,1927 in Elizabethton, Tennessee to parents, Wilford Clark Ellis and Annie Laurie Folsom Ellis. She departed this earthly life on February 2, 2025 at her home in Knoxville, Tennessee.

Betty was preceded in death by her parents and husband of almost 60 years, William Bruce "Bill" Hall; daughter, Jeannie Hall; mother-in-law, Gertrude Pettitt Hall; son-in-law, Robert Spires; nephew, Tom Hall and first cousin, who was a like a brother, John Mack Folsom.

Left to keep her memory alive are daughters, Lynne Hall Spires and Lauren Hall; grandson, Michael Acree (Chelsie); nieces and nephew, Cindy Hall, Amy Hall Barber and Sam Hall. She also leaves behind her beloved rescue cat, Murphy.

Betty grew up in Elizabethton, Tennessee during the Great Depression years and WWII. She participated in many activities and events that shaped her life, Girl Scouts, church groups and filling war-stamp booklets, the precursor to savings bonds. She particularly enjoyed walking to town to get a soda at Taylor Drug Store, where young Bill Hall was a "Soda Jerk".

Betty, Bill and their three daughters moved to Knoxville in 1962, and remained there the rest of their lives.

Betty was a longtime proud UT Vol, having returned to college when Lauren was just 3. She completed a degree in Education in 1966 and began a longtime career in Education. Betty was beloved by both students and peers.

Betty and Bill were both active members of Trinity United Methodist Church and Betty remained an active participant as long as her health permitted. She particularly enjoyed attending her Sunday School class with Lauren and a weekday Bible study as long as possible. Other favorite activities included watching her backyard birds, reading and collecting antiques.

We are very grateful to her Pastor, Barbara Clark, for her attention and care for Betty and her family, especially for her heartfelt prayers. Excellent and professional care has been provided to us by Right at Home. Amedisys Hospice Care has given us wonderful guidance and support. We are so thankful.

To honor Betty's wishes, there will be no formal service. However, there will be a graveside service at Berry Highland Memorial Cemetery Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 1pm. The family will also host a reception following services.

Should you desire to make a memorial in Betty's memory, please consider Trinity United Methodist Church, 5613 Western Avenue, Knoxville, 37921