Betty Jean Miller of Fayetteville, Arkansas, died on Monday, January 10, 2022.
Betty was born in Dallas, Texas, on October 4, 1939. She was the oldest daughter of four girls born to Walter and Veda Hunt.
She worked for the Hamburg, Arkansas, School District as a secretary/bookkeeper before retiring and moving to Fayetteville, Arkansas. Betty was very active in the Central United Methodist Church. She gave God the Glory in all that she did.
She is survived by her husband of 61 years, Willis Miller; daughter Tina Mann and her husband Darryl of Sharpsburg, Georgia; son Ben Miller and wife Sarah and their three children (Betty’s grandchildren) Cole Miller and wife Megan, Chloe Miller and Catie Miller, all of Shreveport, Louisiana; three sisters: Sherry White, Darlene Calvert and husband Jerry, Eugenia Richardson and husband Kenneth; and many nieces, nephews and cousins.
As her son said, “Who you saw is who you got. There is only one version of Betty Miller. The Sunday morning Betty is the same as the Friday night Betty” and that version was a loving, caring, strong in the Lord, full of grace and mercy woman. All her family and friends know that she has brought joy to heaven and they see her dancing in the streets of gold.
A memorial service will be held at 11:00 AM Saturday, January 15, 2022 at Central United Methodist Church, Fayetteville, Arkansas.
Cremation arrangements by Beard’s Funeral Chapel.
Betty was a wonderful friend and neighbor that we loved dearly. We lived next door to her and Willis for 23 years and grew to love them like family. My condolences to Willis, Tina and Ben and their families, plus to her three precious sisters! There’s not another like Betty and we will always cherish the time we had with her.
We are thankful and blessed to have journeyed with Betty Miller. What an inspiration and legacy she has left behind. Our prayers are with Willis and his family.
Bill & I know you feel our love. Betty was a most special & beloved person and we felt privileged to know her well.
We met her when she came to Hollis with you so you could be the best man in our wedding…1959. So I spent
the night with Betty, like we were girlfriends, the night before we married. Who else could have been so loving
that she became a best friend that night. We miss her but know she’s with the God she
loved so much and loved her. Those of us who loved her and were loved by her will never forget.
I’m so sorry to hear this, mostly for you, Willis, for I know Betty is in a wonderful place and at peace with her body. I know you’ll miss her. May your 61+ years of memories carry you through this time of grief. She was a great lady and I’m proud to say that I knew her through our work at Cooperative Emergency Outreach. I’m glad I got to know her.
Don and I are so sorry of Bettys passing. With your great love and God’s help, you two were able to celebrate almost 61 years of marriage. May God bless your family.
Dear Willis and Family,
I send my condolences to you on the loss of your blessed Betty. She was sincere and beautiful of heart. Praying this time of mourning will bring not only healing from the loss, but also memories of joyful times. I know there were so many. Betty lived a life worth living.
Willis, Ben, and Tina, I was so sorry to hear of Betty’s passing. She was such a caring person and always full of life. Love to hear her laugh! We had some wonderful times on the forestry units playing board games and just enjoying each other company. Hold on to your precious memories of her. Will have you all in my thoughts and prayers now and in the days, weeks, and months to come. Love you all, Sue Green
I’m so very sorry for your loss!
Willis
I am sorry to learn Betty’s death. I have never met; I do remember your loving description in your face messages. Losing a wife is hard, I speak from experience; I lost Susie in 1996. I also that Jesus heals. God Bless you and family
Dot and I are praying for you, as you go through this difficult time and transition.
Willis and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss but know that heaven gained a wonderful angel. Prayers for you all that you feel the presence of Jesus through this time. Love from the Marsh’s.
Tina, praying for comfort and piece in the days to come for all of you.
Tina and family I am so sorry for your loss. May God comfort you and wrap you in His peace that surpasses all understanding. Your mom was a sweet and amazing woman that brought joy and love to many.
My heart is heavy as I feel the loss of a truly genuine and special lady. She fought a good fight in the midst of such difficulties and challenges and was such an example of love and strength for all who knew her.
Condolences and Prayers for you, Willis, who have shown great strength and faith through it all.
May God wrap you and your family in His loving and caring arms as you grieve your loss.
Betty was a true light in this world and such an inspiration. I am so sorry to hear of her passing. She will be greatly missed.
Betty “Fought the Good Fight” for many years and deserves that rest in Jesus.
Dear Willis, I am writing here because I will not be able to attend Bettyś memorial service today. I fully intended
to , but I did not expect to be ill today. However, you know that I still love both of you, and that my prayers
are with you, especially today. I expect our friendship to continue unbroken;(we will have coffee soon.)
Love and prayers, Chester.
She was an amazingly wonderful woman. Her light shone brightly always. She will be missed.
Terry Dushan
Growing up I remember Betty’s effervescent smile. She was always kind, always funny and she and Willis were two in one. Seldom did I hear one name without the other. As happens, years passed and I lost touch with my sweet Aunt but always found joy in the pictures of their travel, family and their lives. Her steadfast belief was always present and I know she is celebrating her eternal life.
Were I to compile a short list of the kindest, most genuine women I have known, Betty would be at the top. We especially loved Ben’s comment – she was always authentic, and this world was a better, more joyful place with her presence. What a beautiful legacy she lived out each and every day. Our hearts grieve for Willis, Ben and Tina and their families.