Robert Battle Betts
July 16, 1944 ~ December 18, 2016
ROCKY MOUNT - Robert Battle Betts, age 72 of Elizabeth City, NC, passed away on Sunday, December 18, 2016. Mr. Betts was born on July 16, 1944, in Leaksville, North Carolina to the late Thomas Alexander and LaRue Cotten Battle Betts. He was preceded in death by his wife, Lucy Wells Betts.
Mr. Betts was a graduate of East Carolina University with a Bachelor of Science degree in History. Mr. Betts was a retired registered representative for New York Life Insurance Company. Before his illness, Mr. Betts was very active in his church and community. He enjoyed reading, and spending time with his family.
Mr. Betts is survived by his children: Robert Battle Betts, Jr. and his wife, Amanda of Elizabeth City; and Jean Kinsey Mason and her husband, Kevin of Macon, GA; two grandchildren, Lizzy and Parker Betts of Elizabeth City; a brother, Thomas Alexander Betts, Jr. of Rocky Mount; a sister, Sally K. Goss of Ellicott City, Maryland; three nieces, and two great-nieces.
A Graveside Service will be held on Wednesday, December 21, 2016 at 11:00AM at Goldrock Cemetery with Pastor Matt Johnson officiating.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Waterbrooke Assisted Living, 143 Rosedale Drive, Elizabeth City, NC 27909; Christ Episcopal Church, 200 S. McMorrine Street, Elizabeth City, NC 27909; or to the donors favorite charity. The family would like to thank the staff at Waterbrooke Assisted Living for the loving care that Mr. Betts received and for their kindness and compassion on his journey.
Arrangements entrusted to Wheeler and Woodlief Funeral Home Cremation Services, 1130 N. Winstead Avenue, Rocky Mount, NC 27804. You may share memories and condolences with the family by visiting www.wheelerwoodlief.com.
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Sally and Tommy, I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Grace and Peace, Sara Davis Dail
I am so sorry for the loss of your loved one. There is a very comforting scripture at Isaiah 258. It says that soon Jehovah will swallow up death forever and that he will wipe away all of the tears. So we can all look forward to a time when death will be no more. I hope that this scripture can bring some true comfort during these difficult times.
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Sally and Tom, So very sorry for your loss. Keeping you and the entire family close in prayer. Teresa and Al Bullard
My deepest condolences to the family. Remember you are not alone at this time. God is our refuge and strength, a help that is readily found in times of distress. (Psalm 461) He is close to the broken-hearted. (Psalm 3418)
Kinsey, thinking of you and your family today. Love and hugs, Karen, Randy, Courtlyn and Kyle
My deepest condolences to the Betts family, may you find comfort in prayer and the beautiful words of Isaiah 258 where God promises us that He will soon eliminate all death and suffering.