Betty Jane Derouen, 86, of Texarkana, AR. passed away on July 29, 2022. Betty was born on September 5, 1935 in New Iberia, LA. Member of New LIfe Tabernacle Church, Texarkana, TX. Betty was full of the love of Jesus and strong in her faith. Weather it was on the streets of New Iberia, LA. or at home in Texarkana with her daughter and two sons and family, there wasn't a day that went by without her witnessing or speaking of the Lord. She was very kind and generous and loved her grandchildren dearly and loved giving to various ministries, such as St. Judes. She loved her monthly trips to Wal-Mart shopping and chocolate shakes in between. She will be dearly missed.
Preceded in death by her parents Bennet and Rita Dugas; three sons Hershel Richard, Lionel Richard and Marcus Richard and one sister Barbara.
Survivors are one daughter and son-in-law Dellena and Tony McLean of Texarkana, AR; two daughters-in-law Sheila Lewis and Karen Richard; 9 grandchildren Josh, Taylor and Tanner McLean, Wendi Fortenberry, Stacye Magnas, Shellye White, Brandon Richard, Jennifer Richard and Jerrod Richard; one sister Sheila. Plus numerous great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and other family.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.eastfuneralhomes.com for the Derouen family.
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