of West Memphis, AR

August 20, 1940 - November 9, 2025

Betty James, age 85, of West Memphis, Arkansas passed away peacefully on November 9, 2025. She was born on August 20, 1940 in Tyronza, Arkansas to the late Hollis and Elizabeth Bentley.

In 1961, Betty married the love of her life, Norwood Watts James and together they built a beautiful life filled with love, family and cherished memories. Norwood preceded her in death in 2018.

Betty was also preceded in death by her son, Jeff James; daughter-in-law, Cyndi James and son-in-law, David Brasfield.

She is survived by her loving daughters, Holly Young (Spencer Register) and Kim Brasfield; her siblings, Robert (Bob) Bentley, Chris Woosley and Theresa Williams; her beloved grandchildren, Brandon James (Emilee), Casey Brasfield, Micah Ralph (Mark), Maggie Brasfield, Bear Brasfield, Payton Young and Miles Young and four great-grandchildren who brought her immense joy, Wyatt and Grayson James and Maverick and Kohen Ralph.

Betty had a deep love for life's simple pleasures. She enjoyed gardening, trips to the beach and going on cruises, but her greatest joy came from spending time with her grandchildren and family. Her warm smile, kind heart and nurturing spirit will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.

Obituary Provided By:
Roller-Citizens Funeral Home
201 North Pine Street
West Memphis, AR  72303
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