of Little Rock, AR
September 11, 1928 - August 27, 2014
Bette Nadean Murphy Worthington, age 85, of Little Rock, went to heaven August 27, 2014. Bette was born September 11, 1928 in Newark, AR the daughter of Joseph Carroll and Minnie Murphy. She was preceded in death by her husband of 63 years, Rodney R. Worthington, her parents, brother; J.C Murphy, sisters; Valerie Kuenert and Emma Jean Hubata, and niece; Charlsie Woodard.
Survivors include her daughters; Janie L. Jones (Jim), of Sardis and Sally A. Merck (Bill), of Plano, TX, her sisters-in-law; Louise Pruitt of Indianapolis, IN and Virgie Lee Murphy of North Little Rock, five grandchildren seven great-grandchildren, five great-great-grandchildren, two nieces and six nephews
Celebration of Bette's Life will be held at 10:30 a.m., Friday, August 29, 2014 at Roller Chenal Funeral Home, 13801 Chenal Parkway, Little Rock, AR 72211 (501) 224-8300. A Private graveside service will be held at Forest Hills Memorial Park Cemetery.
Visitation will be from 5:00-7:00 p.m., Thursday, August 28, 2014 at the funeral home
Janie and Sally,
Aunt Bette was the best aunt possible. She was such a smiling and caring and sweet woman. She was kind and happy and I loved her dearly.
Our condolences to you both and the families. We are truly one family and will miss her. She is joyful peace I know.
With much love,
Joey
Joan Brown at Mount Carmel Community, GH #408, Benton, Arkansas, sends her deepest sympathy to the family and Bette will be missed.
Janie Jim and Family,
I am in pray for you. I know God will give you the peace and strength you need at this time.
Mrs. Bette was such a blessing to me. She will be missed.
We will see her again soon. What a glorious day!
Grace Grace Gods Grace
Janie & Sally,
Bette and Rodney were an extended family to ours all my life. She looked beautiful last August when we saw her.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families at this time. Bette was a sweet and elegant lady.
Willena & Bill Hendley
My condolences to Bette's family. She was a wonderful caring person. I enjoyed knowing her. She and Rodney were my Mother's neighbors at Plaza Towers. They were so much company for her and helped her in many ways. God be with you at this time.
Janie and Sally,
My love and thoughts go with you during this time of sorrow. We will miss your mother, but we are joyful that she has won her victory. Your mother was a wonderful friend to me at Mount Carmel, as well as, you, her daughters. May God's blessings and peace be with you
I am a next-door neighbor to Bette's sister-in-law, Louise Pruitt and knew her husband Rodney when he worked at the State Caitol as a photographer. I used to see Bette - either at Louise's house or sometimes shopping at Dillards and I will always remember her as the beauiful, sweet, caring person that she was.
Janie and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with each one of you during this time of sorrow. May God place his comforting arms around you today and in the days to follow.
Love to you all,
Mark & Karen
My Dearest Aunt - you will be missed by all who had the pleasure to know you. You touched everyone with your love and kindness. Rest in peace.
Janie and Sally - my thoughts are with you always. Know the peace and joy of your mother being reunited with you dad.
Janie & Sally, your parents were such fine, uplifting people. I knew them almost all my life & I watched you grow up. Precious people, precious times. I am so thankful for all that we shared. I pray you will receive peace & comfort now & in the months to come.
Deenie Kenner McKay
Dear Janie & Sally,
I'm so sorry to hear about your mom. Even though we know she's in a better place, it's still hard to accept the fact that she's gone. All my love and prayers,
Bobby
Janie i am so sorry to hear of your mother's passing. Just know there are lots of people praying for you and your family. I know you are a strong child of God and that is what will get you through this. God Bless you and yours.
All My Love
Sharon Murphy