Betty Reece, 87, of Glen Alpine, NC, passed away Sunday, May 4, 2025.
Born in Burke County, NC on June 18, 1937, she was the daughter of the late J.A. Ross and Lula Belle Puett Ross. Betty was a graduate of Glen Alpine High School and a member of First Baptist Church in Glen Alpine. She enjoyed shopping, flowers, traveling, and eating at AJs Steakhouse.
Those left to cherish her memory include her sons, Thomas Michael Reece (Linda), Johnny Keith Reece (Danyll Frosty), and Howard Scotty Reece (Tracy); grandchildren, Tyler Reece (Lauren), Stacie Kaufman (Troy), Cassi Milam, and Paige Wooten (Justin); great-grandchildren, Bradlee, Lily, Maddy, and Abby; and numerous nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents, Betty was preceded in death by her husband, Howard C. Reece; grandson, Howard Scotty Reece, Jr.; and siblings, Albert, Martha Nell, Ben, Inez, and Clyde.
The family will receive friends from 12 to 1 p.m., Friday, May 9, 2025 at First Baptist Church in Glen Alpine. The funeral will be held at 1 p.m. in the church with Rev. John Terry officiating. Burial will follow in Burke Memorial Park.
Memorial contributions may be made to Amorem Hospice (amoremsupport.org/donate).
The family would like to express their appreciation to Amorem Hospice and Bettys nurse, Heaven.
Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements.
Visitation
May 9, 2025
noon - 1 p.m.
First Baptist Church of Glen Alpine
Service
May 9, 2025
1 p.m.
First Baptist Church of Glen Alpine
Committal
May 9, 2025
Burke Memorial Park
Born in Burke County, NC on June 18, 1937, she was the daughter of the late J.A. Ross and Lula Belle Puett Ross. Betty was a graduate of Glen Alpine High School and a member of First Baptist Church in Glen Alpine. She enjoyed shopping, flowers, traveling, and eating at AJs Steakhouse.
Those left to cherish her memory include her sons, Thomas Michael Reece (Linda), Johnny Keith Reece (Danyll Frosty), and Howard Scotty Reece (Tracy); grandchildren, Tyler Reece (Lauren), Stacie Kaufman (Troy), Cassi Milam, and Paige Wooten (Justin); great-grandchildren, Bradlee, Lily, Maddy, and Abby; and numerous nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents, Betty was preceded in death by her husband, Howard C. Reece; grandson, Howard Scotty Reece, Jr.; and siblings, Albert, Martha Nell, Ben, Inez, and Clyde.
The family will receive friends from 12 to 1 p.m., Friday, May 9, 2025 at First Baptist Church in Glen Alpine. The funeral will be held at 1 p.m. in the church with Rev. John Terry officiating. Burial will follow in Burke Memorial Park.
Memorial contributions may be made to Amorem Hospice (amoremsupport.org/donate).
The family would like to express their appreciation to Amorem Hospice and Bettys nurse, Heaven.
Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements.
Visitation
May 9, 2025
noon - 1 p.m.
First Baptist Church of Glen Alpine
Service
May 9, 2025
1 p.m.
First Baptist Church of Glen Alpine
Committal
May 9, 2025
Burke Memorial Park
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Nanny where do I bring all the memories you have gave me and all the things you taught me I will forever be grateful that god chose you to be my grandmother I know I let you down a lot but I can never tell you how much you meant to me you are the worlds greatest grandmother and you will forever be in my heart until we meet again this is not goodbye it’s just see you later I love you for always Nanny 🧡
—Cassi Milam
—Richard Branch
So sorry to hear about Betty. Prayers for comfort for the family
—Toni Reece
—Wanda Maloney Fox
—Bradlee Milam