Betty Ann Storey, 96, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family on October 4, 2025.
Betty Ann was born on March 4, 1929, in the Conklin community to the late D. R. and Edna Katherine Cloyd and was youngest of nine children. She lived a life full of humor, love and kindness. She was predeceased by her parents, her husband, Preston Storey; eight siblings, Mary White (Clay); Eula Vines (Noah); Cleo Humphreys (Cecil); Frank Cloyd; Samuel Cyrus Cloyd (Katie); Letha Deakins (Stanley); Mildred Keplinger (Wayne), and John Cloyd (Jean). She greatly missed her two best friends, Betty Barnett and Betty Tester.
Betty Ann was the last living charter member of Embreeville Church of Christ. She and Preston devoted much time and work to the church. She was a faithful member until her health prevented her from attending church regularly. She loved the Lord Jesus and her church family.
She is survived by her children Kathy Storey and Richard Storey (Kim); grandchildren, Hilary Storey; Traci Potter (Ryan); step grandchildren Sean Hoyle, and Toby Hoyle (Amanda); great-grandchildren Reagan, Landon and Beckham Potter; and step great-grandson Avery Hoyle.
Betty Ann will be remembered for always cooking wonderful meals, devotion to her family, sense of humor, winning card games when she said she didn’t know what she was doing and loving to sing and play the piano. She will be remembered most for her selfless giving and kindness. Her grandchildren will forever cherish summers spent with her.
The family wishes to express their heartfelt appreciation to her caregivers: Rita Garst, Kim Storey, Lena Tittle, SOFHA home health nurse Beth Smith and Amedisys Hospice. Special thanks to Christine Johnson for her loving care and compassion.
Visitation will be held at Embreeville Church of Christ on Monday, October 6, from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm with a celebration of life to follow.
Graveside services will be conducted at 11:00 am Tuesday, October 7, 2025, at Roselawn Memory Gardens.
Active pallbearers will be Dennis Keplinger, Brad McCracken, Ryan Potter, J. J. Casey, Sean Hoyle and Toby Hoyle. Honorary pallbearers will be John “Moe” Cloyd, Tom Keplinger, Ronnie Mullins, Terry Tittle, Mike Tester and Ricky Broyles.
10/07/2025
Geraldine Greenwell
Kathy, Your mom was such a fun loving person - always laughing. I knew her many years beginning in school at Lamar. She, your dad, Jack and Betty Carey, Sam and I used to get together at each others homes quite often for a meal and an evening of talk and laughter. Sorry I could not attend any of the functions, but I do not drive anymore. Sympath to you and the family on her passing.
Cathy and Richard I am so sorry to hear about Aunt Betty Ann . She was so sweet to me when I first met her and she was such a beautiful person. I know she will be missed. Now her and James can tell stories together. Sending my love!
10/06/2025
Thomas Williams
Kathy, so sorry to hear of your mother's passing. I always thought she was a very kind and was always nice to me. May the good Lord be comforting to you and your family.
So sorry for your loss…..prayers of peace and comfort for the family during this time of sorrow❤️
10/06/2025
Gary and Karen Campbell
Kathy, Gary and I have you and Richard in our thoughts and prayers. Your mother was always so sweet and kind to be around. All I had to say was I was Rick Broyles's sister, and she would remember who I was. Remember that memories are forever.
10/05/2025
Anita Hodges-Taylor
My deepest sympathy in the loss of your mother.
10/05/2025
Sandra and David Holt
Dear Kathy and Family, We are so sorry for your loss. My Dad, James Kyker went to Lamar High School with Ms. Betty and thought so much of her and mentioned her many times. They grew up when life was hard. I guess they all liked going to the old rock store for their Saturday night treats, as Daddy would tell it. Good neighbors are like brothers and sisters! Please know that you all are in our thoughts and prayers. May you all have the peace that passes all understanding from Jesus. Love and Prayers, Sandra and David Holt.
10/04/2025
Joyce McMichen
Betty Anne was a kind, gentle spirit. A great loss .
10/04/2025
Joanna Mullins
Oh Betty Ann. Such a strong woman of Christ and someone who brings back lovely memories growing up at ECC.
