My condolences to Bette’s family. She was a wonderful person and loved my Grannie so much and was so great to her. For that I am forever grateful.  Her family is in our thoughts and prayers. 
With love, 
Carolyn, Brett, Amy ,Eli Beamer
And 
Stephanie Alexander 

My sister was the best sister ever!  She had a huge heart and a wise soul.  I will love and miss her forever.  Til we meet again sis!!!  Love you!

I was shocked and saddened when hearing the news of Bette’s passing. I extend my deepest sympathies to her family, Larry, Matt, Steven and her sister Barbara. She was a beautiful person inside and out and will be truly missed. I will always treasure the memories I had with her. May she rest in peace with no more pain or suffering. 



I can bearly grasp the reality that she is gone.  We grew up together, in church,in school, weddings. Even when she moved to Florida she was always in touch she always knew when  I needed a friend and she would be there to help me through my darkest hours.  I love her very much and she will be missed more than I can say.  My heart goes out to her family and many friends that will also miss her so much. But she has always been an Angel and will look down on all of us. RIP  My sweet friend.

I will always treasure sharing many family get togethers. Many Thanksgivings, Christmas’s, birthdays of our grandchildren, and so many others. Always had a smile, a hug, and kind words for me.  Our conversations always left me smiling. Bette you and your kindness will never be forgotten. 

You will always and forever be my mother in law. You raised an amazing son that I will be glad to call my husband.

My deepest sympathies.  Bette loved her family unconditionally and worshipped the ground that her granddaughters walked on.  Her inner strength always impressed me and many times over the years gave me the courage to continue.  You will be dearly missed Boo.

My list of fond memories is 43 years long.  It's impossible to choose just one. All I will say is that no matter the subject, or how difficult it could be to talk about, my mother was always one to listen. She made me feel as though her ears were made to hear all my stories.  She also gave the best advice and had many different stories of her own. Not a day will go by that I won't miss the laughter and the talks we had. The hugs and kisses too. I love you Momma!  Glad you're at peace. Thanks for always being there, I couldn't have gotten this far without you.  Most importantly, thanks for being my Mom!

Deepest condolences to Larry and the rest of Bette's family. Hoping the memories, laughter and joy she shared in all of your lives provides some comfort in the days, weeks and years ahead. 

Bette will be sorely missed but so many. She had one of the kindest souls. Her family is in my deepest thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. 

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She is survived by her 3 sons: Larry (Robert Thomason) Gress, Matthew (Cynthia) Gress and Steven (Amy) Gress; sister, Barbara Cano; 2 grandchildren:  Aubrey Gress and Addison Gress; and niece, Melissa Cano and nephew, James Cano.

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Bette G Alexander

July 9, 1954 – May 11, 2018

Hardage - Giddens Holly Hill Funeral Home

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