Betty L. Tyler (Barnes) passed to her eternal home surrounded by her family on January 11, 2015.
She fought cancer with courage being involved with her treatment at all times. She never let it stop her from doing whatever she wanted to do until she could do no more.
She and Al traveled to blue grass festivals, particularly for the gospel music.
She is survived by her husband, Albert Barnes, sister June ”Paige” Davis, brother-in-law Everette Davis, niece, Jackie Davis Pufky (John), nephew William Davis, two great nephews Gavin and Mitchell Pufky, grandchildren Amanda Trent Barnes (Brandon) and Edwin Trent, Jr., and one great grandchild, Lucas Barnes (Poodie Cakes).
Betty was a graduate of Johnston-Willis Nursing School and worked as a surgical nurse for many years before becoming the data base administrator for the Department of Anesthesia at VCU Medical Center from which she retired.
The family will receive friends at Massey Funeral Home in Jackson Tuesday, January 13, 2015, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
A graveside service will be held Wednesday, January 14, 2015 at 1:00 PM at Severn Cemetery, Severn, NC.
A Memorial Service will also be held Friday, January 16, 2015 at 2:00 PM at Skipwith Methodist Church.
Her smile and delightful sense of humor will truly be missed by all.
Massey Funeral Home, Jackson, NC is assisting the family with services.
Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.haroldmasseyfuneralhome.com