Betty Ruth (Holyfield) Cordell, age 84, of Phoenix, Arizona passed away on Wednesday May 3, 2023. Born in Osceola, Arkansas, resided in Coalinga and Woodland, California, traveled to Texas & Japan, and settled in Phoenix, Arizona. Betty's siblings: Lois, Chuck, Mary, Jimmy, Donna, Janice, William, Donny and Doris.
Betty attended Woodland High School, married Robert B. Cordell, traveled to Texas and Japan, settling in Phoenix Arizona where she raised her daughters Gail and Lisa. Betty (Mom, Grammy) had a great love for so many people in her life, for every baby she encountered, and for all pets. Betty's extended family grew with her marriage to Frank L. Smith where she enfolded his children and grandchildren into her heart.
Betty was well known for her quick-witted humor and compassion. She made friends for life and was quick to extend a hand to help so many who needed it. She was a mom to many, a Grammy to many, a best friend to many. Throughout her life, Betty volunteered with organizations such as pop warner, Junior Achievement, city and state elections, and her local community endeavors.
Betty is survived by daughters Gail & Lisa; her grandchildren April (& Davies) and Holly; great-grandchildren Kyle, Payton, Jaime, Cody, & Alexis; great-great granddaughter Violet; and her beloved Smith stepchildren Casey, Cassandra, Amanda, Wanda; grandchildren Cody, Dylan, Gage, Levi, Page, Mejah, Michaela, Dayne, Kylee, Kimberlee, Caitlyn, Heath, and Tanner; great-grandchildren Ryatt, Carlie, Camden, Chloe, Charlotte, Cassadee, Nataley, Tori, Devon, Emilee, Madilynn, Weston, Riley, Easton, Kyson, Colton, Anthony and Layla.
Celebration of Life will be held Friday, May 19, 2023 at 2:00 pm, at Chapel of the Chimes Mortuary, 7924 N. 59th, Glendale AZ 85301, with refreshments provided. In lieu of flowers, the family is asking everyone to do a random act of kindness in Betty's honor. If you wish, donate to a charity of your choice in her name. Bring your favorite humorous and loving stories of Betty to share among family and friends celebrating her life.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.ChapeloftheChimesMortuary.com for the Cordell family.
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