She is preceded in death by her parents; one sister, Maydene Ashcraft and two brothers, Calvin and Floyd Thornton. Survivors include her husband of 60 years, Robert J. White Sr.; two sons, Robert J. White, Jr. (Phyllis) of Lawton, OK and Ron White (Glenda) of Hot Springs; two daughters, Regina Anderson of Colorado Springs, CO and Bettina Crumpton (David) of Mt. Pine, AR; six grandchildren, Brandon White of Leesville, LA, Megan Kuhn (David) of Olympia, WA, Josh Anderson (Megan) of Gressier, Haiti, James White, Chris Reddin (Desha) and Mychal Crumpton (Kim) of Hot Springs, AR; six great-grandchildren, Joseph, Tatum, Lexi, Logan, Hayden and Nona Rose and one brother, Joe Thornton (Bobbie) of Pine Bluff, AR.
Betty was an active member of Hot Springs Baptist Church. Her service to the Lord included "Grannies on the Go for Jesus", a division of "Nailbenders for Jesus"; "All Because of Christ Ministries" where she worked in the printing shop, distributed tracts and traveled into Mexico. At home she was a faithful witness, distributing "The Daily Bread" and the New Testament everywhere she went. She also performed volunteer work at St. Joseph Hospital in Hot Springs.
Condolences(18)
Steve & Diane Parnell
Hermitage, AR Sunday, June 2, 2013 Bob, So sorry to hear of Betty's death. We thought of you two often after you moved. Just learned of the death. We have been out of town. Diane & SteveTL and Mollie Jenkins
White Hall, AR Friday, May 31, 2013 Bob and Family thinking of you during this difficult time... I have many sweet memories of Betty at Hardin Baptist Church... She always had a sweet smile when ever she met you...Cling to precious memories as this is one thing death can't take away from us... While we here on earth are saying," There she goes " on Heavens shore they are shouting ,"Here she comes"...Robert & Megan DeSoto
McKinney, TX Friday, May 31, 2013 Robert and I are sorry we couldn't be there to say our farewells to Aunt Betty in person, Please know that she will always be a beautiful and loving woman in our hearts. We are thankful for the times that we had together with her and will always cherish those days. We are comforted today in knowing that Aunt Betty is now with the Lord.John 14:1-4 “Let not your hearts be troubled. Believe in God; believe also in me. In my Father’s house are many rooms. If it were not so, would I have told you that I go to prepare a place for you? And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again and will take you to myself, that where I am you may be also. And you know the way to where I am going.”
Kay Weaver Robinson
Warren, AR Friday, May 31, 2013 Tina and Family, I am so sorry for your loss of Ms. Betty. She always was one of the most prettiest ladies I had known growing up. It saddens me to see how our parents health is failing them. I know Ms. Betty is up in heaven surrounded by angels. Love to all of you.Dennis & Lori Thornton
Hudson, NC Friday, May 31, 2013 Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of loss. Aunt Betty was a precious member of our family and she will be greatly missed. Her tremendous gift of love, kindness and strong faith touched everyone she met. We are blessed to have many happy memories of time shared with Aunt Betty. We hope that your loving memories of her life will help to ease your pain at her loss and bring comfort.Phyliss Boley
Hermitage, AR Thursday, May 30, 2013 Our thoughts and prayers are with you. She was so very special to our family.The Boley Family
Jan Owens
Eufaula, OK Thursday, May 30, 2013 My dearest friends, my thoughts and prayers are with you! You have the most wonderful family and I am honored to know you ! When I first met Mrs Betty I was so thrilled to meet such a wonderful , warm LADY ! She is so special and we all know she is in Heaven watching us all ! My love to all of you ! Be strong and know she is safe.Pat Richard
Warren, AR Thursday, May 30, 2013 Bob and family, you and your family are in my prayers. I lost Noel in October after 58 years of marriage. You have many precious memories of Betty plus good children and grandchildren to lean on. May God's grace carry you through this time of sorrow.Debbie Bloom
Colorado Springs, CO Thursday, May 30, 2013 My thoughts and prayers are with your family!!Martha Jones Waites
Monticello, AR Thursday, May 30, 2013 Bob and Family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss of Betty. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.johnnie parker angle
warren, AR Thursday, May 30, 2013 Bob & Family: Sorry to hear of the loss of Betty. Remembering the days at Waynes when I worked there and you two would come in Waynes.MY PRAYERS ARE WITH ALL OF YOU.Carolyn Simmons Byrd
Warren, AR Thursday, May 30, 2013 Tina & Family, I am so sorry to hear about Mrs. Betty. She was a sweet and dear lady. I will always remember our school years growing up and staying all those nights at your house. We had some good times. I think of you often and wonder how everyone is doing. Wish I could be there with you but remember you are always in my thoughts and prayers. May God put his loving arms around each one of you at this time and comfort you.RHONDA AND GARY SIMMONS
WARREN, AR Thursday, May 30, 2013 WHITE FAMILY, WE ARE SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT BETTY. MAY GOD COMFORT YOU ALL DURING THIS DIFFICULT TIME. YOU ALL WILL BE IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS.James Wright
Kingsland, (formerly of Warren), AR Wednesday, May 29, 2013 Tina and Ronnie, so sorry to hear of your Mothers passing.You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers during this most difficult time of adjustment.
May God comfort you during this time and give you strength.
Wilmot Green
Arkansas, AR Wednesday, May 29, 2013 Bob and family so sorry for your loss, we will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. May God strengthen you during this time of trouble.Wilmot & Thelma Green
Huey and Vanessa DeSoto
McKinney, TX Wednesday, May 29, 2013 Huey and I send our deepest condolences. Our family knows for certain that we never truly lose our loved ones. They continue to be a part of every thought and decision we make. Aunt Betty will always fill our hearts with the love and compassion that she so freely gave to everyone's life she touched. We take comfort in knowing she is at rest now and in the hands of God.Curtis and Beverly Teynolds
Kearney, MO Wednesday, May 29, 2013 Praying for all of you. Wish we could be there with you at this difficult times. We have so many memories of all the fun times we have had through the years with Bob and Betty. She was a very special lady. We love you all.Patsy & Arnis Glover
Hot Springs, AR Tuesday, May 28, 2013 Bob & Family, we are so sorry for your loss. Betty was a precious person and we will always treasure her memory.