Betty Jean Roberts
d. January 29, 2025
Betty Jean Roberts, Age 90 of Pleasureville, passed away on Wednesday, January 29, 2025, at her residence with her loving family by her side. Daughter of the late Lebus Shelby and Madeline (Kelly) Self, she was a member of Point Pleasant Christian Church. A secretary for many years, she worked for Blue Cross and Sheild Insurance in Louisville before her lengthy career at Stivers-Puckett Insurance in Pleasureville. A true southern lady, Betty, was always dressed to the nines and had a heart for children. She enjoyed traveling, camping and boating with family and friends. A devoted wife and mother, she supported her family’s farming operation, making sure they were well fed and taken care of. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Rosea Lee Willhite.
Survived by:
Husband of over 70 years: Dale Roberts of Pleasureville
Son: Mark Roberts (Renee Kuegel) of Pleasureville
Sister: Shelby Dean LeCompte of Shelbyville
Brother: John Self (Peggy) of Crestwood
Grandchildren: Jake Walters (Kayla) of New Castle and Rachel Carlisle (Ben) of Owensboro
Great-Grandchildren: Brooklyn, Reagan, John Thomas & Riley
Sister-in-law: Dorislynn Leach of Lexington
Brother-in-law: Randall Roberts (Annelies) of Pleasureville
Several Nieces & Nephews
Funeral Service: 11 AM on Monday, February 3, 2025, at Prewitt New Castle Funeral Home, officiated by Pastor Carla D’ Alessio, pastor of Pt. Pleasant Christian Church.
Burial: Pleasureville Cemetery
Memorial contributions may be made to Pt. Pleasant Christian Church, PO Box 95, Eminence, KY 40019.
Visitation: 2 PM until 6 PM on Sunday, February 2, 2025, at Prewitt New Castle Funeral Home.
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