of Buckville, AR
May 23, 1947 - September 26, 2024
Betty Sue Key, 77, of Jessieville passed away on Thursday, September 26, 2024 at her home. She was born May 23, 1947 in Batesville to Kirby Gilbert and Runell Ballard Gilbert. She enjoyed fishing, watching Wheel of Fortune, The Young and The Restless and enjoyed watching the St. Louis Cardinals and the Arkansas Razorbacks. She also worked for many years at the Democrat Printing and Bindery.
She was preceded in death by her parents; an infant sister; an infant brother; two infant granddaughters and her brother, Robert Gilbert.
Survivors include her husband of 38 years, Bob Key of the home; a son, Johnnie Swaims (Stephanie) of Bryant; a daughter, Renee Riggan (Billy) of Lonsdale; a step-son, Patrick Key (Charlotte) of Little Rock; eight grandchildren, Wesley Myers (Carrie), Bradley Myers (Jessica), Sarah Leshe (Tim), Kuper Swaims, Kalyn Swaims, Kirby McFarland (Dalton), Kole Swaims and Bethany Key; seven great-grandchildren; a sister-in-law, Roberta Metzler and The Florida Girls, Kim Pringle, Vivian Marie Pringle, Kathy Pringle and ''Guppie.'' She is also survived by several nieces, nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral services will be on Wednesday, October 2, 2024 at 11:00am in the Chapel of Roller-Alcoa Funeral Home, 6700 Alcoa Road, Benton, Arkansas 72015.
Burial will be private.
Pallbearers will be Wesley Myers, Bradley Myers, Kuper Swaims, Kole Swaims, Tim Leshe, John Austin Myers, Dalton McFarland and Billy Riggan.
Visitation will be on Wednesday, October 2, 2024 from 10:00am until service time at the funeral home.
Funeral arrangements are by Roller-Alcoa Funeral Home of Benton.
In lieu of flowers, Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society.
To order a DVD copy of this video memorial, please contact our funeral home at + 15013150700.
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22 Condolence(s)
Charlotte Bouse
Wednesday, November 13, 2024
Betty Keys , A friend I will never forget , you will be missed . Go rest on that High Mountain ..God as gained another Beautiful angel. God Bless , R.I.P.
Gaston & Katherine catter
Saturday, October 5, 2024
So very sorry about our sweet neighbor. She was a beautiful person.
Dave and Lydia Woodman
Thursday, October 3, 2024
Johnnie and family.
We are so sorry for your loss. Our sincerest prayers are with you in this most difficult of times.
Pam & Jimmy Singleton
Wednesday, October 2, 2024
With deepest sympathy and prayers for comfort and peace.
Kelly Martin
Wednesday, October 2, 2024
I am sorry hear of your mother’s passing. She was always so good to us while growing up. May God bless your family.
Mike and Nancy Hendrix
Tuesday, October 1, 2024
We're so sorry for your loss. Prayers for the family.
Kimberly Pringle
Tuesday, October 1, 2024
May God walk with you all in this time of need. May he comfort you and feel his warmth, In Jesus Name Amen. Kim, Kathy, Vivian, and Lil Guppie
Ray and Brenda Cameron
Tuesday, October 1, 2024
So sorry for your loss, she was a beautiful lady! I know your family will miss her so much. Prayers for peace and comfort during this difficult time.
Melba Mcentire
Tuesday, October 1, 2024
So sorry for your lost, Betty was a sweet lady, may prayers be with you and your family
The Crow Family
Tuesday, October 1, 2024
Our thoughts are with during this time.
Rick Anders
Monday, September 30, 2024
I am so sorry for your loss Renee. Please know that you and your family are in my prayers and on my mind.
Angela Severin
Monday, September 30, 2024
I only met her a handful of times, but she was always nice to me.. prayers to Bob and family during this hard time..
Jerome stehle
Monday, September 30, 2024
So sorry for you loss thought and prayers for the family
Michelle
Monday, September 30, 2024
So sorry for your loss . Your mom was a awesome mom loved living next door to you’ll Love u betty
Shari Davis
Monday, September 30, 2024
So sorry for your loss. Sending prayers and hugs to her family
Alan & Joanne Mazander
Monday, September 30, 2024
Our deepest condolences.Praying for peace and comfort during this difficult time.
Dave and Lydia Woodman
Monday, September 30, 2024
Johnnie and family.
We are so sorry for your loss. Our sincerest prayers are with you in this most difficult of times.
Alan Batterton
Monday, September 30, 2024
Sorry for your loss! I’ll be out of town but you’re in my prayers old friend!!
Debbie Padgett
Monday, September 30, 2024
I’m so sorry for your loss.
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers
Melinda Smith
Monday, September 30, 2024
I'm so sorry for your loss Renee. You and your family are in our prayers
Benji Rodgers
Monday, September 30, 2024
My very deepest sympathy and condolences!
Loyd Waters
Monday, September 30, 2024
I'm so sorry to see this. We go a long way back .