Betty Jean McInnis Jenkins entered the heavenly gates to her forever home on Thursday, April 25, 2024.
Betty Jean was the third child born to William Angus and Jessie Rush McInnis, on Jan. 15, 1934.
She was a tomboy and, even in adulthood, enjoyed being outdoors working in her yard and taking walks. Other hobbies included sewing, quilting, reading and puzzles.
Preceding her in death, in addition to her parents, are her husband, Lewis Jenkins; a sister, Louise Jordan; three brothers, Reece, Bobby and Charles McInnis; and many loved aunts, uncles and friends.
Left to cherish Betty Jean’s memories are her daughter, Donna Hudson; her son, Doug Jenkins; grandchildren, Crystal Greene (Richard), Chad Hudson (Ashleigh), Paige O’Brien (Justin), Jared Jenkins (Casey) and Ryan Jenkins (Tera); nine great-grandchildren; a sister, Cathy Greene; brother and sisters-in-law Jean Hartsell, Barbara Kendall, Sally Jenkins, Mary Jo Beck and Andy Jenkins (Vivian); and an aunt, Sarah Williams.
A service to celebrate Betty Jean’s life will be held at Saron Baptist Church, Ellerbe, on Sunday, April 28. The family will receive friends from 1:45-2:45 p.m. in the sanctuary, with service beginning at 3 p.m. Other times, the family will be at her home.
Memorials may be made to Saron Baptist Church, 667 Saron Church Road, Ellerbe NC 28338; or Richmond County Hospice, 1119 N. US Highway 1, Rockingham, NC 28379.
The family wishes to thank Richmond County Hospice administration and staff for their loving, compassionate care for Betty Jean and her family during her illness.
Condolences may be made online at carterfuneral.net.
Carter Funeral Home of Ellerbe is assisting the Jenkins family.
