Betty G. Runyan

Betty Griffin Runyan of Childersburg, AL (formerly of Birmingham, AL)went home to be with her Lord and Savior on July 6, 2018. She was born on December 15, 1928, in Clay County AL to the late Samuel and Jennie Griffin. She was a graduate of Lineville High School.

Betty was a beloved mother, grandmother, aunt, and friend. She was a devout Christian woman and loved to share with others her love for the Lord.

Betty was preceded in death by her husband, Clevis Runyan; daughter, Paula Runyan Dorsett; brothers, Earl, Pelham, Millard; and sisters, Francis, Virginia, and Willie.

She is survived by her son Donald Runyan(Tina). Grandchildren: Dennis, Robby, (Allison), Ashley, Beth, Laura, Nicholas, Paul, and Tommy. Great grandchildren: Nathan, Tyler, Michael, Grayson, Jayden, Wyatt, and Sophia. Son-in-law Andy Dorsett and several nieces and nephews.

The family would like to thank the staff of Amedisys Hospice for the care they provided. Special thanks to her caregivers Faye, Mae, and Virginia for their love and care and to her niece Connie Crowe for your never-ending support.

Betty was a legal secretary at Holt, Copper, and Upshaw until her retirement. She was loved by so many and will be greatly missed by all who knew her.

Funeral service will be held at Ridout’s Trussville Chapel on Friday, July 13, 2018, at 10:30 a.m.with visitation beginning at 10:00 a.m. Burial to follow at Jefferson Memorial Cemetery.