Betty Chloe Smith Mull Campbell 85, born in Davidson County, NC to Noah and Lessie Smith, met her Savior after a long battle with dementia. She passed on Tuesday night at Hospice House in Sherrills Ford surrounded by her loving family. Through her lifetime Betty demonstrated poise and pure grace when she was faced with the tragic loss of 2 spouses. Betty was a graduate of Appalachian State Teachers College which led her to become a teacher of the Deaf for more than 30 years. She was a loving mother, grandmother, and great grandmother and she was so very proud of her family. Betty was of the Christian faith and had a servant’s heart most obvious in her many visits with shut-ins and participation in the tape ministry at her church for several years. She enjoyed watching her grandchildren and great grandchildren participate in sports of all kinds. For several years, she enjoyed singing in her church choir and working in the church kitchen. Her favorite pastime was baking and sharing her goodies with friends, neighbors, and those who were sick. She loved to work in her flowers, mow grass, and tidy up everything around her. Being in the presence of her family, attending church functions, eating ice cream, Krispy Kreme, and Little Debbie Oatmeal Cakes and sweet tea brought her life great joy.
Betty was preceded in death by Donald Mull, spouse; James Harney, grandson; and Bruce Campbell, spouse, siblings; Lorene Shoaf, Weldon Smith, Evelyn Sink, Gene Smith, and Jack Smith. She is survived by her daughters, Donna Harney (Kenny), Geraldine Fox, Marla Baird (Tim), a bonus daughter, Becky Pollard; grandchildren, Donny Dellinger (Dawn), Bradley Dellinger, Chase Baird (Lauren), and Caleb Baird; great-grandchildren, Dyson and Delaney Dellinger, and anticipating the arrival of Henry Baird very soon. Betty is also survived by siblings, Pattie Payne, Nolan Smith, and sisters-in-law Sue Smith, Sylvia Rae Smith, and Martha Mull, and many nieces and nephews. A lifelong neighbor and friend, Jan Childers, kept the most watchful eye on Betty and can never know how much comfort her love provided.
During Betty’s Dementia journey there were special people who gave of their time and traveled long distances to visit, as well as caregivers who were patient and caring. The family is eternally grateful for the patience and support these loving individuals provided.
The family will receive friends from noon until 1:30 pm, Monday, June 19, 2023 at Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church The funeral will be held at 1:30 in the church. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Family will gather at Betty’s residence following the service until 7:00pm.
Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements.
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Sending Love , Hugs and Prayers to all of you ! I will not be at the funeral, I have my grandson and Rusty and Rebecca will be returning to pick him up Monday afternoon. I wish I would be with everyone to celebrate her sweet life ❤️❤️❤️ If you put it on line please let me know .
I am deeply sorry for your loss. I pray that God comforts you in your time of morning and for days to come and this prayer if for you all You are the God of compassion, solace, and refuge. My friends needs you every hour—They lost their mother and we know You are holding her in Your arms as You welcome her into heaven. God, you know that encountering death is never easy but that’s why You sent Your sent. Encourage my friend’s soul to rise to You when the pain and the loss are too much. Lord, she needs You more than ever. During this time of loss, help her remember that You knew their mother from birth and that she died in Your loving arms. Help them to trust in the name of Jesus who conquered sin and death. Help her take solace that she will one day see their mama again. May the Words in your good book bring them comfort, Amen.
Geraldine I am so sorry for the loss of your mom. I know you will miss her but so thankful that she is in heaven and has a new body. Love you