of Bono, AR
March 5, 1934 - December 16, 2022
Betty Jane Hester, 88, of Bono passed away from this life on Friday, December 16, 2022 at her home. She was born in Bono, AR on March 5, 1934 to the late Bill and Maude (Williams) Scott. Betty worked alongside her husband, Coy, farming for many years, and later in life she worked at Kenney Manufacturing and at the Bono Church of Christ, where she was a lifelong and devoted member. She loved going to church and being with her family and friends. Betty loved her children, her grandchildren and her great-grandchildren with her whole heart and had a great love for all.
She is preceded in death by her loving husband of 36 years, Coy Hester; an infant son, Coy Vaughn Hester; her parents; a brother, Russell Scott and two sisters, Geneva Wiles and Florence Welch.
Betty is survived by two daughters, Sharron Ussery of Bono and Leeann (Robin) Castleberry of Bono; grandchildren, Mark Ussery of Bono, Jarred (Heather) Ussery of Brookland, Lauren (Hunter) Phillips of Bono and Kristen (Jared) Neiswander of Bono; great-grandchildren, Ashlyn, Jackson and Lincoln Ussery, Thatcher and Parker Phillips and McCoy Neiswander and several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held at Bono Church of Christ on Tuesday, December 20, 2022, beginning at 11am with Richard Akins and Joseph Noto officiating. Burial will follow at Trinity Cemetery in Bono.
Visitation will precede the service beginning at 10am at the church.
Proudly serving as pallbearers are Mark Ussery, Jarred Ussery, Hunter Phillips, Jared Neiswander, Justin Welch, Brett Welch, Patrick Welch and Tim Napier. Honorary pallbearers will be Robin Castleberry, Gaylon Tate, Tommy McElrath, Richard Akins and Leon Hamilton.
Lasting memorials may be made in Betty's name to the Bono Church of Christ food pantry fund, or to the Children's Home in Paragould, AR.
The family wishes to offer heartfelt thanks to Dierksen Hospice Care team, Beth, Stacy, Ashley and April, as well as to Dr. Ben E. Owens and nurse Christy for their wonderful care of Betty.
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26 Condolence(s)
Lorraine Scott McMillon
Wednesday, January 4, 2023
I am so sorry for your loss. She was such a precious person. Prayers of comfort for the family and friends.
Patti Parton
Thursday, December 22, 2022
We sure loved Mammaw Betty! Her infection laugh and beautiful smile will be missed! â¤ï¸Prayers for all of you
Marsha Murphy
Wednesday, December 21, 2022
We loved to hear Betty’s sweet little laugh and smiling face. She will truly be missed..
Love
Izenna Cole & Marsha Murphy
Cory Conrad
Wednesday, December 21, 2022
So sorry for your loss. She was a wonderful woman.
Belinda Harlan Fleming
Tuesday, December 20, 2022
To my highschool friend, Sharron, I am saddened to know you have lost your mother. I remember her so fondly and it seems like just yesterday I was with you all at church. I am sure she is very happy right now talking to Jesus. I miss you all and my prayers are with you and LeeAnn.
Mollie Reese
Monday, December 19, 2022
Sharron and Leeann, so very sorry for your loss. Hugs to y'all.
Mark and Gwen Vaughn
Monday, December 19, 2022
Sharron and Leeann, I am SO sorry for your loss! Betty was always smiling and laughing and she would always say “ I just LOVE Tyler’s BBQ!†She will be missed by many. I’m so thankful of all the priceless memories of her on the weekends we would spend at your house! Coy and Betty were like parents to many of us. They showed the kind of love and care God would want them too! I love y’all and all the families! Prayers for Strength, Peace and Comfort in knowing she’s in Jesus’’ presence! I won’t be able to make it to visitation because Mark is having surgery tomorrow but I WILL be with you in spirit!
Mark and Gwen Vaughn and Eva Looper
Pam Woodard
Monday, December 19, 2022
Leeann, Sharron and family of Ms Betty: my deepest condolences to y’all. Everything about her will be missed. She was a beautiful soul inside and out. God bless your family
Peggy Northern
Monday, December 19, 2022
Betty will be missed by all of us who loved her… to know her was to love her! She was so much fun. I’ll always remember the fun times we had at the lake being her next door neighbor. Sharron and Leeann you’re in our thoughts and prayers.
Sherry Craig
Monday, December 19, 2022
Oh Sharon; I always loved her. Such a kindred spirit and so humble. (My idea of what an angel must be like)
I send heartfelt sympathy to you, your sister, the grandkids, siblings and all others I have not mentioned.
Betty will be forever in your hearts and missed greatly.
May GOD bless the entire family and at this most sad time and give you all strength to endure.
Shelby Gillihan
Monday, December 19, 2022
Sharron and Leeann I’m so sorry for the loss of your sweet mom, Betty will be missed by so many..she was like family and I have lots of memories of her to cherish forever..ðŸ’
Kara Flippo
Monday, December 19, 2022
So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you!
Kathy Lambie
Monday, December 19, 2022
Leeann and Sharon
My deepest sympathies for you two girls and your families! You will need each other, more than ever, during this time. Ms. Betty was one of a kind! She reminded me of my mother, Woosey, more ways than one! Praying for God’s peace and comfort for you and your family.
Kathy Lambie
Monday, December 19, 2022
Leeann and Sharon
My deepest sympathies for you two girls and your families! You will need each other, more than ever, during this time. Ms. Betty was one of a kind! She reminded me of my mother, Woosey, more ways than one! Praying for God’s peace and comfort for you and your family.
Cindy Wilson Greaves
Monday, December 19, 2022
So sorry. Prayers for peace and comfort. I know she will be missed.
Joan Richey
Monday, December 19, 2022
I’ll always cherish my childhood with her and 4 best friends and one of my best friends Scotta. Thanks Betty for the memories.â¤ï¸
Angie Owens
Monday, December 19, 2022
John and I want to express our deepest sympathy for your loss. Betty was a wonderful person and we felt privileged to know her. Praying for God’s peace and comfort for your family!
Sharon Hopkins
Sunday, December 18, 2022
Leeann and Sharon, I am so sorry for your loss. The few times I was around your mom she was so kind and nice. Many prayers for you both in the difficult days ahead (especially the holidays).
Johnnie Anderson Baker
Sunday, December 18, 2022
Deepest sympathy too all of Aunt Betty’s family.
Her and Uncle Coy were so special , they were the first too come over when David past away. We loved them dearly.
SHAWNNA HICKMAN
Sunday, December 18, 2022
She will be missed very sweet lady ever known.
Cathy Kendrick
Sunday, December 18, 2022
Ms Betty meant the world to me. I’m so saddened at this loss. I know though Ms Betty is right where she had always wanted to be with our Heavenly Father.
Billy (Loyd) Anderson
Sunday, December 18, 2022
So sorry for the loss of Aunt Betty, my thoughts and prayers in this time of loss to my cousins Sharron & Leeann & there families. 😇ðŸ™ðŸ™ðŸ˜‡
Pamela (Sprinkle Garland) Collins
Sunday, December 18, 2022
My heartfelt prayers and love go out to Mrs. Betty's family at this time because I know how much this dear sweet angel will be missed on this earth. It has been my honor and privilege to know Mrs. Betty since I was in high school and also was able to be her nurse for awhile. She was so easy to love!
Jennifer Wilson
Sunday, December 18, 2022
We will miss her smiles, hugs, and giggles:( our sadness is Heaven’s gain. Prayers for all of youðŸ™ðŸ»
Lester and Jennifer Wilson
Gary and Gail Crow
Sunday, December 18, 2022
My deepest sympathy to her daughters Sharron and LeeAnn, they were by her side and never left it. I hope Mrs. Betty knew how much she was loved by all that knew her. She made everyone feel welcome. This is a gift that she freely shared. I am thankful that I knew this great women.
In Christ love,
Gail (Cook) Crow & Gary Crow
Theresa Howarth
Sunday, December 18, 2022
I remember ms.hester very fondly..she was a customer of mine when I worked a walmart..she and I could talk for hours ...she was such a wonderful lady ...her smile would light up a room ...her kindness and hugs made my day ...RIP dear lady God has his newest angel home ...