of Little Rock, AR
February 22, 1940 - March 7, 2023
Betty Gee, 83, of Little Rock, Arkansas died March 7, 2023 after a long journey with Alzheimer's disease. She was born on February 22, 1940 in Flat River, Missouri to Raymond and Della Buxton. She moved to North Little Rock as a high school senior and graduated in 1958. After graduation, she attended Little Rock University, and earned a bachelor's degree in education in 1962. There she was a member of the Zeta Phi sorority, and made many life-long friends. She married Jimmy, in 1963. She worked as a middle-school science teacher and librarian and retired from the Central Arkansas Library System.
She had a great passion for books and reading. She loved playing with her children, creating Halloween costumes for them and sewing dresses for her girls. She was a worthy competitor at Trivial Pursuit, Jeopardy and Wheel-of-Fortune and played in several bridge clubs. She spent many of days at the lake with her family. She was an active member of First Christian Church, where she was involved with women's and children's ministries. She loved music, especially playing the handbells. She had a clever sense of humor and was quick to laugh.
She is preceded in death by her parents and her brother, Don Buxton. Betty is survived by her husband of nearly 60 years, Jim; her brother, Lee Buxton; brother-in-law, Bob Gee; three children, David (Allison), Melaney (Lea) and Amanda; four grandchildren, Max and Maddie Gee and Hattie and Elizabeth Walrod; as well as many nieces and nephews.
Her service will be at 2pm on Saturday, March 11th at First Christian Church, 14411 Taylor Loop Rd, Little Rock, Arkansas.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Alzheimer's Association or First Christian Church.
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19 Condolence(s)
Susan Clinton
Monday, April 24, 2023
Betty was one-of-a-kind genuine woman. I loved being in circle with her and all my fellow Christian women. A very positive influence in my life. God bless.
Susan Burkett Clinton.
Kenneth and Denice Perry
Monday, March 13, 2023
Jim, we were so sorry to hear about the passing of your sweet wife. May God comfort you and your family during this difficult time.
God bless
Kenneth and Denice Perry
Barbara Mize
Sunday, March 12, 2023
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Betty. Praying for comfort and peace for you and your family Jim.
Barbara Mize
Lisa Olsen Spears
Saturday, March 11, 2023
Betty was a wonderful person. My thoughts and prayers are with her and all of the family.
Brenda Danforth
Saturday, March 11, 2023
Jim and Family,
Betty was a bright shining star wherever she was. Always smiling and happy. We will miss her .
The Danforth Family
Sandy Ackerman
Saturday, March 11, 2023
Betty was such a sweet lady who livened up any church meeting she attended. She was full of warmth and cared about everyone. I was blessed to have her in my life. I know I will see her smiling face again.
Stan Ackerman
Saturday, March 11, 2023
So sorry for your loss, we’ll keep you in our prayers.
Margie and Jim Lawrence
Friday, March 10, 2023
Prayers for Jim and family. Many wonderful memories of bell choir carpools and trips for our girls and David, Mel and Amanda! Betty was such a great choir mom for all!!
Joe T Lamb
Friday, March 10, 2023
I do remember her. Sorry for the family loss.
God bless, Joe
Kenny Harvey
Friday, March 10, 2023
Learning of Ms. Gee's Homecoming brings back memories from my 7th grade Science Class at Southwest JR. High. Prayers are with the Gee Family and sharing this great Lady with many students
Kenny M. Harvey
Hart Moore
Friday, March 10, 2023
Betty was a friend and beloved member of my bell choir. She will be missed.
My prayers for Jim and the family.
Cindy Rice Osment
Friday, March 10, 2023
I LOVE BETTY GEE!!
I know my Mom was there to greet her with a great big hug.
Mary Lee Friesz
Friday, March 10, 2023
So sorry for your loss. Praying for Jim and his family that you be surrounded by God's love through the arms and care of friends.
Jean Wilson
Thursday, March 9, 2023
To Jimmy and all the Gee camping family. We are so sorry to hear of Betty’s passing. She was the most beloved of all the Lake Ouachita campers and we all have our own special memories of her.
Our thought and prayers are with all of you.
The Wilson-Stilson camping family—Earl, Jean, Ann, Debbie, Terrence and Thomas
Melissa McKay
Thursday, March 9, 2023
Melaney,
I am praying for you and your family as you mourn for the loss of your sweet mom and celebrate the wonderful memories !
With love,
Melissa ( Missy) Petroff McKay
Jennifer Predmore
Thursday, March 9, 2023
I am so sorry for your lost. I have so many great memories of all the Gee family. Yall were always smiling and so fun to be around.
Sending all my love
Jennifer Predmore (Stovall)
Becky Buchanan Runnels
Thursday, March 9, 2023
My dad (Roger Buchanan) and I send our deepest condolences to the Gee family. Dad and I have fond memories of Betty. Prayers for peace during this difficult time.
Jan Arnold
Thursday, March 9, 2023
Gee Family, I regret being unable to attend Betty's memorial service. So many wonderful memories with Betty and your wonderful family. You are in my thoughts and prayers during this time of grief. Jan Snow Arnold
Debbie Lloyd
Thursday, March 9, 2023
I pray that the Lord wrap is loving arms around each of you and that you and your family and friend will celebrate this beautiful life with much love.