of Batesville, AR
October 28, 1934 - April 15, 2014
Betty J. Buchanan, 79, of Batesville died Tuesday, April 15, 2014, at Wood-Lawn Heights Nursing Center in Batesville.
Born October 28, 1934, in Salado, Arkansas, she was the daughter of Henry Varnell and Dannie Varnell.
Betty retired as a hairdresser. She enjoyed cooking and catering for people. She was a member of St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Batesville.
Survivors include one stepson, Jim Buchanan of Batesville; one daughter, Carol Clouse of Batesville; one half-sister, Linda Stewart of Olive Branch, Mississippi; six grandchildren, Crystal Malone, Jason Clouse, Jonathan Clouse, Michael Clouse, Amy McFarland and Joe Buchanan; nine great-grandchildren, Caitlin Clouse, Shonnah Malone, Cole Malone, Kourtney Clouse, Shae Clouse, Shelby Clouse, Corey Clouse, Katie McFarland and Andrew McFarland, one niece, Kathy Reves, and two nephews, Tommy and Steve Goff.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Paul Buchanan, and one sister, Kathryn Goff.
Funeral services will be at 11:00 a.m., Monday, April 21, 2014, at St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Batesville with The Reverend John Drymon officiating.
Burial will be in Oaklawn Cemetery under the direction of Roller-Crouch Funeral Home of Batesville.
Pallbearers will be Eddie Brock, Ray LaCroix, Max McElmurry, Phil Farris, Danny Yeager and Robert McFarland.
There will be no visitation.
Memorials may be made to St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 424 E. Main Street, Batesville, AR 72501
So very sad to have lost such a wonderful, loving soul! Betty was always a friend to everyone she met. Her laugh, smile and personality were infectious and genuine! I was so blessed to have had her friendship and companionship during her last few years. I still remember the day she pierced my ears - I was nine and so thrilled! She will be missed by all. I know she's rejoicing in heaven with her loved ones!
So very sad to have lost such a wonderful, loving soul! Betty was always a friend to everyone she met. Her laugh, smile and personality were infectious and genuine! I was so blessed to have had her friendship and companionship during her last few years. I still remember the day she pierced my ears - I was nine and so thrilled! She will be missed by all. I know she's rejoicing in heaven with her loved ones!
I have some fond memories spending time with Betty and Carol at their house. I regret not keeping in touch with her over the last several years. Her family and friends will miss her.
I can not express with words how much I LOVED YOU. We had a bond that no one can imagine. You were my second mom, you taught me how to take care of myself and be strong, bright and a lady. I know how hard it was on you when you lost your sister my mother, well now you are together. Heaven now has another angel. It won't be the same calling those HOGS without you. RIP I love you so much..
There has never been a time in our lives when we were suffering and needed comfort that Aunt Betty wasn't right there. She was a great lady, and we loved her very much. May you rest in peace...
Susan Waldrip Jeffery
Larry Jack Guenzel
You will be deeply missed! I know Grandma & Grandpa Judkins (Winnie & Dick) loved you so much. The heavens are lucky to be welcoming such a beautiful lady. I will see you again. Love Jaime Judkins
My condolences to the family. She was a great women, very full of spunk. I am thankful for her for taking care of me when I had my leg operated on as a child. I will be eternally in her debt for taking care of my grandma in the hospital while she was dying. I am also thankful for the any talks over the years. Got to take my kids and my nephew to meet this wonderful women around Christmas this past year. We have lost a wonderful, caring, funny, and outgoing lady. Rest in peace Aunt Betty
Betty was such a huge part of our family for many years. Words cannot express how grateful we were for the years of happiness and companionship that she gave our Dad. She will be missed.
Betty,I have thought of you so much recently,You will be missed greatly. We were children together and had so much fun..