of Mountain Home, AR
January 25, 1930 - March 29, 2024
Mrs. Betty (Harbour) Preyer of Mountain Home, passed away March 29, 2024. She was born January 25, 1930 in Eutaw, Alabama to William and Catherine (Thomas) Harbour. She moved to Oregon with her family when she was three years old growing up in Glendale, Oregon until she met Jim who took her to Arkansas.
With her husband, Jim, she owned and operated Standard Supply Company spending 50 years working beside Jim as the bookkeeper and "the lady plumber." Her specialty was faucet repair and finding parts.
She received the bowling award as a 50-year member of the Mtn. Home Women's League. The week before the banquet she bowled a 199! Not only was Betty a bowling enthusiast, she also played volleyball and softball. She won numerous awards and was often on special tournament teams. She has hardly missed a Razorback football, basketball, or baseball game in many years. As a Cubs fan she could spout off statistics that amazed everyone.
She was a lifelong member of the Presbyterian Church singing in the choir until her late 80s. She was a member of the Eastern Star, Daughters of the American Revolution, and provided many donations through her church and organizations to those in need. She was also an excellent seamstress making clothes, quilts, and baby blankets for family and friends.
Mrs. Preyer is preceded in death by her husband, Jim Preyer, her parents, William and Catherine Harbour, her sisters, Esther Kafer (Glen), and Doll Taylor (Pete), and her brothers, Donald Harbour, and John Harbour.
She is survived by her four children, Catherine Conte, Talmon Preyer (Jennifer), Rebecca Preyer, and Kristi Preyer (Scott Licktieg); five grandchildren, five great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews, cousins, their families, and many friends.
Services will be provided by Roller Funeral Home on Friday, April 5, 2024 with visitation 12-2 pm, the funeral at 2 pm with burial in the adjoining Cemetery. Donations may be made to Hospice of the Ozarks or a charity of your choice.
Officiating will be Coach Bill Hughes.
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13 Condolence(s)
Paula Roddy
Wednesday, April 3, 2024
R.I.P.Betty
I remember you and Jim from the 70's when we rented from you on Buzzrd Roost Road.
Sincere sympathy
Paula Roddy
Susan Bricker
Tuesday, April 2, 2024
To Rebecca and the entire Preyer family so sorry for your loss thinking of you in your time of sorrow
Connie Morvant
Tuesday, April 2, 2024
Rebecca and family,
I am deeply sadden to hear of your mothers passing. From the story told in her obituary, she was quite an amazing women. The plumbing part made me giggle. My heart is with all of you at this time. I pray God can give you all the strength you need to have sweet Betty join your father in heaven.
Connie Morvant
Benny and Rita McNeil
Tuesday, April 2, 2024
To the family of Betty Pryer, so sorry about your loss. It is never easy and it doesn't get easier, but you will always have the sweet memories that you will laugh at , cry at and still learn from. Please know that there is comfort in loving, living and sharing your mom's enthusiasm. May God bless your family and give you strength.
Kenny and Brenda Gipson
Tuesday, April 2, 2024
We are so sad to hear of the passing of Ms. Betty. She was a special lady. I know you have great memories to share. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Tina Foley Benton
Tuesday, April 2, 2024
Thinking of your family with deepest sympathies. I had the pleasure of bowling with Betty on Tuesday night league years ago, and she was great friends with my mom they bowled for years together. I had went to a tournament in Tampa with our team, we had such a great time, it’s something I will always remember. Peace and comfort be with you in this most difficult time.
Patty Pitchford Fletcher
Tuesday, April 2, 2024
Betty was such a lovely lady. Always enjoyed being around her when I was growing up and spending time with her daughter Rebecca. I always enjoyed going to the plumbing store with my Dad. Deepest sympathy to the Preyer kids and grandchildren.
Dr Wayne Swilley
Tuesday, April 2, 2024
I never got to know Betty Preyer. I do however know her devoted daughter Rebecca. Anyone that knows Rebecca also knows the world has lost a great lady. Rebecca works long, hard hours and never once complained or missed an opportunity to drive hours to check on her mother's health or to share a cup of their favorite beverage. It takes a great lady to raise such a devoted child.
Rest in peace Betty. You've left this world a better place.
My sincerest condolences, Dr Wayne Swilley
Lynn Maines-Jenkins
Monday, April 1, 2024
It was an honor to induct you into the Daughters of the American Revolution. I will always remember and treasure your beautiful handmade quilts that were donated to the infants born to our active military at the Ft. Belvoir Community Hospital. May you Rest in Peace Mrs. Preyer.
Marlin and Jan Fletcher
Monday, April 1, 2024
Our hearts are saddened to hear about Mrs. Preyer's death. May you have the peace that surpasses all understanding. May you feel the loving arms of Christ around you as you continue your earthly journey without her.
SallyZipp
Sunday, March 31, 2024
If you indeed behold the spirit of death, open your heart wide unto the body of life .
For life and death are one,even as the river and the sea are one.
In the depth of your hopes and desires lies silent knowledge of the beyond; and like seeds dreaming beneath the snow your heart dreams spring.
Margee Taylor
Sunday, March 31, 2024
I loved Ms Betty when I was growing up until this day. Along with Becky and the whole family. She was a very special lady.
Mike and Dianna Roller
Sunday, March 31, 2024
To all the Preyer family,
We were saddened to hear about Betty's passing. The Rollers and the Preyers have been like family for decades and we loved Betty dearly. We are so glad we were able to attend her 94th birthday party.
Betty was an amazing woman. She enjoyed a good long life and and had so many interest and projects to do. She will be missed greatly by all of those who were lucky enough to have known and loved here.
Please accept our condolences. You have our deepest and heart felt sympathy at this very difficult time.
Keeping you all in out thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Mike and Dianna Roller