of Cabot, AR
July 2, 1934 - March 29, 2025
Betty Lynn Shirkey Abbott, 90, passed away peacefully at home with family on March 29, 2025. She was born July 2, 1934, in Stuttgart, Arkansas, as the youngest of 8 children to Roy and Celia (Rhoads) Shirkey. After graduating from Carlisle High School in1952, Betty worked for Riceland Farms before marrying James Wheeler ''J.W'' Abbott. During the course of her life, she worked many jobs and retired as a Federal Civil Servant from the VA Engineering Training Center at Fort Roots in North Little Rock, Arkansas. However, she valued her faith in Jesus and her family above all things, as the proud mother of 5 children.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband of 45 years, J.W., and her sons, Mark and Matt. She is survived by her three daughters, Beth Moore (Charley), Laura Abbott, and Leslie Boone (Keith).
Our Mom never met a three-year-old she did not like. She advocated treating all people kindly. She also looked out for her neighbors by serving the elderly or donating for school lunch programs. She always spoke up for the underdog. Betty had a megawatt smile and exuded kindness to all even until her passing.
Micah 6:8 was one of her favorite scriptures: "Mankind, he has told each of you what is good and what it is the Lord requires of you to act justly, to love faithfulness, and to walk humbly with your God.''
A private graveside service will be held by family. The family thanks Arkansas Hospice and CareLink for their support and care.
In lieu of flowers the family asks that you to donate to an organization of your choice.
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36 Condolence(s)
Barbara Wilson
Tuesday, April 1, 2025
Laura,Leslie and Beth I'm so very sorry. yourom was the best . She instilled in you all her best qualities and you girls have forged ahead in life just like the becons of light as she was. Be blessed , hold each other tight stand strong always know your friends love and cherish you.
Margaret Mantooth
Monday, March 31, 2025
Love you girls. Not easy loosing our Mom’s.
Susan Hutchinson
Monday, March 31, 2025
Dear Laura, may GOD comfort you all. So very special Betty was and will always be to you. Love, Susan Hutchinson
Penny Wallett
Monday, March 31, 2025
Your mom was a gorgeous woman inside and out! I'm glad she had the chance to live a full and beautiful life. I'm sorry for your loss!!!!! Love you all
Dafony Boyd
Monday, March 31, 2025
My condolences to the family
Vicki Abbott-Humphrey
Monday, March 31, 2025
So sorry to hear about your mom. All of you are in my prayers.
Kevin Williams
Sunday, March 30, 2025
May the LORD bless her and keep her, May the LORD make his face to shine upon her and be gracious to her. May the LORD lift up his countenance upon her and give her peace.
Cindy Smith
Sunday, March 30, 2025
What a lovely mom! Prayers for peace as you find yourself struggling in the hard days ahead much love to you!!
Cindy
Laura Richards
Sunday, March 30, 2025
Sending lots of hugs to all you girls. May the peace of God enfold you and leave you with comfort
David Reinold
Sunday, March 30, 2025
Beth, Laura, Leslie, Ms Betty will always be remembered by all of us Camp Robinson kids. What a precious sweet loving lady. All our love to the family. Bless you in this time.
Judy Lang Crowder
Sunday, March 30, 2025
Sorry for the loss of a sweet lady.
God's blessings for the family
Andra Minor
Sunday, March 30, 2025
My deepest condolences to the family. She was a sweet, kind lady. Heaven is a lottle.sweeter today.
Linda Starr
Sunday, March 30, 2025
Our thoughts and prayers are with y’all. We know you will miss her and pray that you will have comfort knowing she is now with your Dad and Brothers and they are having a great reunion.
We love y’all!
Linda and Don Starr
Nancy House Sirk
Sunday, March 30, 2025
As a child, I thought your Mom was one of the most beautiful women I had ever seen. And to know her, she was one of the kindest. I am deeply sorry for your loss and you are all in my heart. I will say Beth and I got in trouble a few times for listening in on the party line!! My love and prayers to each of you.
Nancy House Sirk … aka, camp kid.
Lyn Hicks
Sunday, March 30, 2025
Beth, Laura & Leslie:
I am so sorry for loss of your precious mother. May God grant you peace and precious memories until you meet her again.
Love you all.
Karilyn Brown
Sunday, March 30, 2025
I was honored to meet Mrs. Abbott and share a part of this past Christmas with her and family. I was amazed at her strength, her wit, her wisdom, and her peace. I will forever remember her. Peace be with all who knew and loved her.
Julia Richardson
Sunday, March 30, 2025
I am so sorry for the loss of your sweet mother. Lifting your family up n prayers. Heaven gained another angel.
Jim Edwards
Sunday, March 30, 2025
Mrs. Betty was a wonderful person and a friend to all. She will be truly missed.
God Bless,
Jim Edwards
Carrol Ann Hicks
Sunday, March 30, 2025
My prayers are with the three of you as you go through this difficult time. When you loose a parent it feels like the world should just stop for a few days.
Pam Abbott
Sunday, March 30, 2025
Beth, Leslie, and Laura:
So very sorry for the loss of your mother. Praying that God will surround you with His peace and love during this difficult time
Love-Pam Abbott
Mike & Connie Sheely
Sunday, March 30, 2025
Keeping you all in our prayers at the passing of your sweet mother, Betty. Sending up prayers for comfort. Love you!
Beth Smith
Sunday, March 30, 2025
My prayers and love to you all. Your Mom was so courageous and loyal to her family. May the angels sing and rejoice in welcoming her to heaven.
Bob Franklin
Sunday, March 30, 2025
Beth,sorry to hear of your mothers passing. Knowing she is resting in the arms of our savior and surrounded by loved ones. Praying for love, warmth and compassion for your family.
Robert Haralson
Sunday, March 30, 2025
Lydia House Lee
Sunday, March 30, 2025
Beth, so very sorry to read about your mom’s passing!!! Prayers for yours and your sister’s broken hearts!!!!
Tammy Laney
Sunday, March 30, 2025
Beth, Leslie and Laura, extending our heartfelt condolences and keeping you in our prayers. Your mother was a beautiful woman through and through. Aunt Betty will always hold a special place in my heart.
Love, Tammy and David
Leslie Chalfant
Sunday, March 30, 2025
Our hearts go out to the family. RIP Ms Abbott
Jim and Gloria Lawrence
Sunday, March 30, 2025
We love all yall! Your Mom had a special place in my heart. It’s like losing another Mom.
Irma Schaub Goodwin
Sunday, March 30, 2025
What a wonderful tribute to my beautiful Aunt Betty. Great picture! She'd be proud - you know how she was about having her picture taken. Love you.
Irma Schaub Goodwin
Sunday, March 30, 2025
What a wonderful tribute to my beautiful Aunt Betty. Great picture! She'd be proud - you know how she was about having her picture taken. Love you.
Amy Greer
Sunday, March 30, 2025
Beth and family. My deepest condolences for you and your family. Praying for you all.
Toney Abbott
Sunday, March 30, 2025
So sorry for your loss
Julie Wilson Taylor
Sunday, March 30, 2025
I’m praying for all you girls and the rest of your family and friends. Heaven gained another angel. May you find peace and comfort.
Margie Sims
Sunday, March 30, 2025
I’m so sorry for the loss of dear Aunt Betty, but I am rejoicing over her reunion with family and of course her dear Savior. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you. And also know that our pastor preached on Micah 6:8 just this morning! We love
you all. And remember you have a standing invitation to come visit us in the Berkshire.
Terri Ayers
Sunday, March 30, 2025
She sounds like a gem. Micah 6:8 is one of my favorites also. Prayers for you all.
Lora and John King
Sunday, March 30, 2025
We are so sorry to hear of the loss your sweet mother Betty. Please know we are keeping all of you in our thoughts and prayers. Deepest sympathy to all of you. John and Lori