of Arlington, TN
February 6, 1949 - December 31, 2025
Donald R Betterton, 76 of Arlington, TN passed away on Thursday, December 31, 2025. He was born in Luxora, AR on February 6, 1949 to J. D. and Veteral Betterton. He was a retired Attorney, a member of First Baptist Church in Osceola, and a member of Osceola Kiwanis Club. Donald graduate of the University of Arkansas School of Law. Over his years in Law, he served as Deputy Prosecutor, City of Osceola attorney, and District Court Judge. He is survived by his wife: Carol Brigance; step-son: Michael Brigance (Jacquelyn); grandchildren: Lola Brigance and Liam Brigance; sisters: Betty Helper and Dianna Lynn Betterton. He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers; Danny Betterton and David Betterton.
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27 Condolence(s)
Harrison Hood
Monday, January 5, 2026
Carol I am so sorry for your loss. I have you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.
Venecia Hendrix
Monday, January 5, 2026
My brother Freddie and Don were classmates and remained good friends through the years. Betty and I are classmates and she is a special friend to me. Sorry Betty to you and your family for your loss.
Lucy Overstreet
Sunday, January 4, 2026
Praying for you! So sorry. Donald and I were classmates in Osceola and graduated from Osceola High School.
Justin Brister
Sunday, January 4, 2026
Love and prayers for the family Donald was an amazing man good hearted person he will be missed
Kim Holthouse
Sunday, January 4, 2026
My heartfelt condolences to Donald’s family. He was very friendly, helpful person. Prayers
to all.
Ann King
Saturday, January 3, 2026
My Dearest Carol
I am so sorry for your loss of a wonderful man🙏🏻❤️❤️🩹
I will always remember him in this picture .
Love you sweetheart
Judy and Buddy Saunders
Saturday, January 3, 2026
Carol, everyone loved Donald so much. He was such a wonderful friend to everyone in our class! Our prayers are with you and your family.
Hunter Williams
Saturday, January 3, 2026
Great guy! One of my favorites to go against.
Toni Powell
Saturday, January 3, 2026
Carol, I’m so sad to hear of Donald’s passing. I’m very thankful for the times that I got to visit with y’all at West Clinic. Please know that I’ve been praying for you and your family and will continue to lift you up to the Lord. May He cover you with a peace and comfort that only He can give.
Love,
Toni🙏❤️
Marvin and Barbara Weaver
Saturday, January 3, 2026
So sorry to hear Carol. We are sending our deepest condolences to you and yours. Barbara Weaver
Linda Warhurst
Friday, January 2, 2026
Truly sorry to hear this. Donald was such a fun loving person. Sending many prayers for his family.
Jacqueline Baker
Friday, January 2, 2026
To the family of Don Betterton,the class of OHS-1979 💜💛would like to extend our sincere condolences. Lynn we are praying for peace and comfort through these trying times.
Kay Trenthem
Friday, January 2, 2026
So very sorry to read of Donald’s passing. James always called him Counselor. We both thought a lot of him. Carol he will be missed terribly.
Betty I am very sorry for you. Losing a brother is tough. You are all in my thoughts.
Angie Warhurst
Friday, January 2, 2026
I am so sorry, Carol!! Prayers for you and the family!!l ❤️
Love, Angie&Steve
Emill scales
Friday, January 2, 2026
Sorry for y’all loss praying for you and your family
Tina Easley Terry
Friday, January 2, 2026
To the family I am so sorry about Donald’s passing he was a great man❤️🙏🏼😇🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
Mollye jackson
Friday, January 2, 2026
My prayers and condolences to you my old friend
Zach Morrison
Friday, January 2, 2026
Don Betterton was a very kind, friendly, and valued friend and colleague. It was a pleasure to have worked with him for several years. My condolences to his family and all who loved him.
Les King
Friday, January 2, 2026
I Love you aunt Carol and you are in my prayers. Don has been a blessing to have in our family for so many years.
Marilyn Young
Friday, January 2, 2026
Carol, I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers for comfort during this time.
Love,
Marilyn
Ken and Linda Gillmore
Friday, January 2, 2026
Sending our sincere condolences and prayers 🙏
Melinda Gonzalez
Friday, January 2, 2026
Carol, I am so so sorry. My heart goes out to you and the family.
Vicky Copeland
Friday, January 2, 2026
I’m so sorry for your loss. Prayers for all the family
Rebel Rapert Nichols
Friday, January 2, 2026
The Betterton family was a wonderful family to grow up with. Donald was a very sweet, caring man. My prayers will be with Betty, Lynn and the entire family.
Thomas Nichols
Friday, January 2, 2026
Donald was a great kid when I was younger and lived right around the corner from him. Always ready for sports and anything active. He was very studious and I knew he would do very well in the future. Condolences to all his family and friends. Miss his brother Danny too.
Barry Gladden
Friday, January 2, 2026
Lynn and Betty,
I am truly sorry for your loss.
Carole and Norman McAnally
Friday, January 2, 2026
Carol,we are so sorry for the loss your precious husband,Donald.Our prayers are with you at this time.Always love you my dear sweet friend🙏🙏🙏