}i Cefe6ration ofLife for (}3etty }inn (~wfey) (}3yers 'I June 30, 1943 - May 5, 2013 Friday, May 10, 2013 11:ooam Donald Trimble Mortuary 1876 Second Avenue Decatur, Georgia Presiding: Reverend Charlene Thompson 7he f.i{e anif.tJ_JaCJ of 1!,ef{_J 1lnn (1<./lw{e_JJ 1/:,!JerJ A devoted mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, Ms. Betty Byers, the daughter of the late Granville Rawley and the late Helen Herring, was born in Surry County, NC. June 30th, 1943. She peacefully departed this life on Sunday, May 5th, 2013. Ms. Byers attended J.J. Jones High School and later Johnson C. Smith University. She was also an educator for the DeKalb County School System. March of 1974 she was united in holy matrimony to William L. Byers for more than 23 years. Ms. Byers leaved to cherish her memory two sons, Scott (Marci) of Lithonia, GA and Rashad (Tesha) ofEllenwood, GA; two grandchildren Jadde Alexis and Caleb Scott. Ms. Betty is survived by her siblings Granville Rawley of Mount Airy, NC; Danny Rawley of Winston-Salem NC; Barbara Fulton ofMount Airy, NC. (Donald, deceased); Billy Rawley (Hyla Sue) ofMount Airy NC and Charlie Rawley (Mary) ofHarrisburg, NC. Two siblings Helen Davis and Hattie Strickland (James) preceded her death. Survivors also include a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives andfriends. Miss "B", as she was affectionately known, was a private person but she loved life and loved to Iaugh. She was sweet to those who met her and always had a warm smile to share. She spent her leisure time sketching and painting, decorating (especially for Christmas), watching her favorite TV shows, and traveling. She loved cultural events such as going to museums, plays, and the viewing ofart. But her biggest passion was basketball. She enjoyed playing it as well as watching it. For Betty Byers, every trash can was a hoop! Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever. Psalms 23:6 Order ofService The Prelude The Processional . . . . . . . ................ Organist Scripture Reading: Old Testament ..................... Hyla Sue Rawley New Testament . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . India Davis Sermonic Selection Tributes and Reflections (Please limit to 2 minutes) As a Friend........................ Mary Cunningham As a Neighbor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dawson Family As a Friend........................ Darlene Sears Poem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ............ ~ .... Susan Murphy Eulogy.......................... Reverend Charlene Thompson Obituary (please read silently) Viewing Recessional Interment Restheaven Gardens of Memory 2284 Candler Road Decatur, GA jl 9rlotfier's Love rio Our :Mom .... My Mother My Angel Once upon a time an angel held my hand, She wiped away our tears and helped us understand. Our time on earth is brief, there's lessons to be learned, Each precious day God gives us another page is turned. Every chapter full of memories, times ofjoy and tears, Triumphs and defeats, through every passing year. She loved us unconditional, always by our side, When no one else would listen, in her we could confide. With gentle words of wisdom she led us on our way, Down the paths of righteousness if ever we did stray. She saw the light in everyone and gave with no regrets, Always from her heart let's us not forget. Angels come in many forms, for us it is our mother, With love we cannot say in words there'll never be another. Every day we tum the page in our hearts will ever remain, Everything she taught us as we stroll down memory lane. Thank you God for giving us the most priceless of all treasures, Help my Lord to keep alive her memory here forever. We pray, that we can some day be everything she hoped we would, That's she smiling down from heaven knowing she did good. As we gather here today there's no ending to her story, Another chapter has begun full of grace and glory. Gods called her to his heavenly horne, part of his great plan, Although it may be hard, we all must understand. Faith is what is hoped for, things we cannot see, Heaven is promised to all of us if only we believe. - Author Unknown You can now peacefully rest, we love you, Ma. Rashad and Scott Perhaps you prayed for us Perhaps you prayed with us. Perhaps you sent a lovely card or simply held us when we cried. Perhaps you spoke the kindest words as many friends could say. Perhaps you were not there at all, just thought of us that day. Whatever you did to console our hearts, we thank you so much whatever the part. The Byers and Rawley Family c.Pa{{6eaters Nephews PCower .Jlttendants Ushers ~past- 5162 Sadd{e CreetCircCe Services Entrusted to: Donald Trimble Mortuary 1876 Second Avenue Decatur, GA 3032