of Lake City, AR
March 28, 1946 - March 3, 2025
Betty Jo Curtis passed away March 3, 2025 at the Flo and Phil Jones Hospice House in Jonesboro, AR at the age of 78. Betty Jo was born March 28, 1946 in Cane Island, AR to Shirl ''Crook'' and Connie Alumbaugh Hurdle. She graduated from Lake City High School in 1964 and went on to work as a secretary and bookkeeper for both Singer and Lincoln for a total of 36 years. In 1968, she met her husband, David and the two went on to have a son, David Brad, in 1972. They were married for 52 years.
Betty Jo was a member of Bethabara Baptist Church on Cane Island for her entire life. For many years Betty Jo sang specials in church on Sunday, sometimes alongside her mother and friend, Wanda Wright. Betty Jo had a beautiful voice, and she always used it to worship God in song. Betty Jo also directed many Christmas programs within the church and served as WMU President for more than 20 years. She had a servant's heart, cherished her church and loved the Lord.
Betty Jo was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; a daughter-in-law, Shea Curtis; a niece, Danette Wixson (Newton); a nephew, Tyler Clark and a very special little boy that made her an honorary grandmother, Slade Gilley.
Betty Jo is survived by her son, Brad Curtis of the home; two sisters, Mildred Rand and Jean Moon both of Lake City; three nieces, Roxann Smith, Angie Calahan and Shelly Rand all of Lake City; one nephew, Toby Rand (Suzanne) of Lake City; five great nieces; two great nephews and many great-great nieces and nephews.
Church services will be 2 pm Friday, March 7, 2025 at the Bethabara Baptist Church, 2235 CR 505 in Lake City with Bro. Roger Duffel and Bro. Darin Owens officiating. Burial will follow at Lower Cane Island Cemetery.
Visitation will precede the service at the church and begin at 12 pm until 2 pm.
William Curtis, Randall Curtis, Toby Rand, Bobby Eaton, Kevin Pyburn and Barry Weyer will serve as pallbearers. Donnie Ashabanner, Rick Brewer, Jerry Freeman, George Wright, Marvin White and The Class of 1964 will serve as honorary pallbearers.
Arrangements are under the direction of Roller-Farmers Union Funeral Home of Jonesboro.
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13 Condolence(s)
Hulene Henry Pierce
Friday, March 7, 2025
I am so sorry for your loss I have loved your family always. I’m sending my love
Doris Jean Harris
Thursday, March 6, 2025
Brad, so sorry to hear this. I was volunteering at the hospital last week and got to visit with her. So glad I got to have that time with her. You are in my prayers.
Vivian Harpole
Wednesday, March 5, 2025
So sorry for your loss, Betty was a wonderful lady. I worked at Lincoln in shipping dept. Betty worked in our shopping office. My heart is sad.
Carolyn Gardner
Wednesday, March 5, 2025
I am so sorry to hear this. Betty Jo was always so nice. We went to school together and worked at Singer for awhile together. Prayers and blessings to her family and friends.
Diane Davis
Wednesday, March 5, 2025
Larry and I are sorry for you're loss. Praying for comfort for the family.
Janis Lambert
Wednesday, March 5, 2025
Prayers for the family. Betty was wonderful person.
Colby Brewer
Wednesday, March 5, 2025
An absolute giant in my home church of Bethabara. She had her hands in many different areas there that I’m aware of and I’m sure many that I don’t. From singing, teaching Sunday school, wmu, bible schools, and even cleaning and I’m pretty sure I’m leaving something out. I don’t know how she had time to work a normal job. She was raised from good stock and married a great Godly man too. Both left lasting impacts. My thoughts and prayers are to Brad and all the rest of the family. Love y’all.
Linda Goodson Simpson
Wednesday, March 5, 2025
So sorry for your loss. I have known Betty Jo for years, she was a wonderful person, a kind hearted Christian woman. She among the angels in Heaven singing with her momma right now! Prayers for all of you as you go through this difficult time. Love and prayers. Linda Goodson Simpson
Davy lisk
Wednesday, March 5, 2025
She was a very sweet lady. I enjoyed the company of her David and Brad. The family and friends will be in my prayers.
Susie(Malone)Naysmith
Tuesday, March 4, 2025
So deeply sad to hear of Betty Jo’s passing! She and my late husband, Robert Malone Jr. graduated from high school together and were always great friends! Many thoughts and prayers going out to all her family!
Susie (Malone) Naysmith
Conway, Ar
Formerly of Lake City
Jerry Freeman
Tuesday, March 4, 2025
I am sad to hear of my longtime classmate and friend of 70 years passing away. She was a joy to see every time you saw her with that smile on her face and laughter in her voice. I, as well as other longtime friends and classmates will miss her terribly, but we know she will be out of pain and in a
better place. You will be missed by many and loved by all. RIP my dear friend.
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Kim Davidson
Tuesday, March 4, 2025
I am so very sorry about the loss of Betty Jo! I have so many memories of her and Connie and my mom singing together, such special memories I will always cherish! You are all in my thoughts and prayers, I love you all.
Byron or Susan N Gatlin
Tuesday, March 4, 2025
I am so very sorry to hear of Bettys passing. My prayers are for the family at this time.
Susan Huffman Gatlin