Obituary for Betty Gay Shuler (Guest book)

Message from Fred Ricks

July 14, 2015 12:12 PM

Praying for God's comfort for you all. I'm so sorry for your loss.

Message from Irma Bernal

July 10, 2015 8:40 PM

Thanks mrs Betty for all your support! You impact my family life...I know you are with lord and your family ...ill Never forget you

Message from Jeanie Gill

July 9, 2015 2:50 PM

Miss Betty was such a great friend. I will miss her and love her always. ❤️

Message from Valarie Ritchey

July 9, 2015 2:45 PM

Just got the news and was so sorry to hear of this great loss to your family. Loved Miss Betty and she will be greatly missed❤️

Message from Dr. Amir Mehrabi

July 8, 2015 7:20 PM

My deepest sympathy to all the family. I had the distinct privilege of working with Mrs. Shuller at Mainline health system in Wilmot in 1994-95. She will truly be missed by many.
"Peace I leave with you; My peace I give to you; not as the world gives do I give to you. Do not let your heart be troubled, nor let it be fearful" John 14:27
May God Bless you all.

Message from Tamara Ross

July 8, 2015 2:06 PM

I am deeply sadden by the lost of Mrs. Betty. She was a rare jewel to work with. I loved talking to her. She will be missed.

Message from Susan Johnston

July 7, 2015 7:24 PM

She will be missed by many. Wonderful leader and example to all

Message from linda rowe funderburg...monticello,ar

July 7, 2015 2:47 PM

my condolence to this family

Message from Amy Kay Harrod and Boyce E. Harrod

July 7, 2015 2:28 PM

So sorry to hear of Mrs. Betty's passing. She was a lovely lady and did so much to help the community of South east Arkansas. I do remember many years ago when my mother Bonnie Engelkes Harrod was ill in Chicot Memorial that she was so sweet and kind. At the age of 8 years old I have a very fond memory of her caring and being so gentle with my not understanding how my mom was sick. She was so patient with me during that time.
May you all know she was a blessing to so many.

Message from Junia. Blagmon

July 7, 2015 1:10 PM

Rest in peace you will truly be missed!!!

Message from Dianne Herring

July 7, 2015 10:30 AM

Jennifer & family
I was sorry to hear about your grandmother. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Just reach out to God for comfort in the days ahead and He will provide every need.
Dianne Herring

Message from Allen Chandler

July 7, 2015 8:57 AM

I was saddened to hear of Miss Betty's tragic passing. If everyone had half the enthusiasm and drive she had for the good, our world would be much better. Her death leaves a great void In Portland and the Mainline. May the Lord give her family comfort and strength now and in the days to come.

Message from Bill and Marilyn Gober

July 6, 2015 7:55 PM

Our deepest sympathy to all the family members..it is a great loss to so many..our friend Emma Jean, she was such an accomplished woman and dear to so many..

Message from Tipton and Suzanne Pugh

July 6, 2015 7:35 PM

We were shocked to hear of Betty's passing. She was someone who was always at church and was always interested on how everyone was doing. We will keep the family in our prayers.

Message from Bill Gay

July 6, 2015 5:02 PM

I am a member of the Gay family who lives in Cathedral City, California. I met Betty many years ago when she was married to my cousin James Gay, but I haven't seen her since that first meeting. My second cousin Helen Duprey told me of Betty's death, and I am very sad to hear about it. She was a fine person, tolerant, understanding, and loving. She will be missed.

Expression of Sympathy

A DIGNITY IN WHITE PEDESTAL ARRANGEMENT was sent by Twyla Fisher on July 6, 2015

Message from Arkansas Ambulance Association

July 6, 2015 2:53 PM

With our deepest sympathies and thanks for all that Betty did for the ambulance industry in Arkansas. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family during this time.

-- Arkansas Ambulance Association

Expression of Sympathy

A BALANCE EASEL SPRAY was ordered on July 6, 2015

Message from John Paul Rutledge and Family

July 6, 2015 12:31 PM

To the family of Mrs. Betty Gay Shuler,

Our family sends condolences for your lose and knowing that as painful as it at this time, Mrs. Betty is in a greater place and she is sitting in the presence of God. Lord Almighty. I'm truly sadden to know that the family known as SE Arkansas, has lost a pioneer, a leader and a driver of change! She will be greatly missed by all.

Sincerely,

John Paul and family

Expression of Sympathy

A TRADITIONAL FUNERAL BASKET was sent by Rogers Board of Edcuation on July 6, 2015

Message from Diane and Buddy Johnson

July 6, 2015 9:37 AM

Sorry for you loss. She was a very special lady.. Many fond memories of her..

Expression of Sympathy

A GARDEN PATH was sent by Community Health Center of AR, Inc on July 6, 2015

Expression of Sympathy

A GRANDMA'S GARDEN TABLE BASKET was ordered on July 6, 2015

Message from Linda Jo Davidson-Armstrong

July 6, 2015 8:26 AM

Rest is thine ~ Sweet remembrance is mine

Message from Mayor of Montrose/City Officials

July 6, 2015 8:20 AM

Mrs. Betty was a great person, and she loved everyone that she came in contact with. She encourage me, when I was elected Mayor of this year and have always had a kind and encouraging words for you. She has enhanced Portland way of living for many years. When my mother passed away the same way as Mrs Betty back on 01-06-1982 by train wreck, Mrs Betty was there for me then. I use to have an account with her and she allowed me to buy what I wanted. She will be greatly missed and we shall never forget her kind and gentle spirit.

Message from Doug and Lisa Lawyer

July 6, 2015 8:19 AM

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time. May God grant you the peace that only He can provide and fill your days with sweet memories that you have shared. In Christ's love, Doug and Lisa Lawyer & family.

Expression of Sympathy

A SHADES OF ELEGANCE was sent on July 6, 2015

Deepest sympathy to the family and loved ones of Ms. Betty. She was a true pillar of the community a huge influence on me personally. Let us celebrate all that she did to inspire, care, protect, and genuinely love each and every person in around the Portland Community. With Love - Clay Lawrence

Message from Wendy Kelley-Adams

July 6, 2015 12:03 AM

My thoughts and prayers go out to all of Ms. Betty's family and friends during this difficult time. .May God give you strength in the days ahead! Love and prayers are with you all!!

Message from Blair Cockrum Cromwell

July 5, 2015 10:30 PM

Deepest sympathy to Jennifer and family. Many of my Portland memories include Granny Gay. Such an icon. Prayers for all.

Message from Glenda Herren Maglothin , Rebecca & Dale Densmore

July 5, 2015 8:34 PM

Our thoughts and Prayers are with all of Betty's family and friends at this difficult time. She will be missed more than words can ever say.

Message from Cathy Davis, Rogers Arkansas

July 5, 2015 7:52 PM

Janie and Family:
Please accept this heartfelt message of condolence for you, and know special prayers are coming your way from your school family in Rogers, during these most difficult days, following the loss of your precious sister.

May God give you special strength in the hours and days ahead.

Cathy

Message from Baker & Edith Peebles, Hermitage, AR

July 5, 2015 7:43 PM

A dear, dear friend for many years. Our heart aches at her lost. She leaves a great family and cherished memories for all who knew her. Rest in peace Betty; after a life well lived. We all loved you.

Message from MCGEHEE,AR

July 5, 2015 5:57 PM

I met Mrs. Betty Gaye Schuler, about 6 years ago in 2009, as I delivered her newspapers through meeting her I was astonished and admired that a woman her age was still working, still walking, still enjoying her life. My heart is broken from the time I receive the news of her passing. I had just talked to her that morning. I WILL ALWAYS LOVE AND MISS YOU MRS. SCHULER.

Message from Helen & Joe Guenter

July 5, 2015 5:30 PM

Thinking of you and keeping you in our prayers.

Message from Sandi & Kenny Ganus

July 5, 2015 4:10 PM

We pray that you will feel God's peace and love in this tragic loss. Ms. Betty was an amazing woman and "to know her was to love her"

Message from The late Bessie Williams- Dixon Family

July 5, 2015 3:49 PM

Mrs Betty was a warm and caring person. She was always there to help anyone that needed help. She was a true gift from God, and her presence will be dearly missed.

Message from Gary and Kris Morgan

July 5, 2015 3:37 PM

The city of Portland has lost a great citizen. Betty was able to turn 2 small clinics in Portland and Wilmot into Mainline Health Systems with 5 clinics in Ashley and Chicot Counties. She has helped to make the Portland Food Pantry a great success, making sure that needed items were there for the people depending on it. She loved her church and church family,and made a great Italian style salad for the fifth Sunday potlucks. She sucessfully wrote a Blue and You Grant that has provided $72,000 for a walking trail that is in the process of being built in Gus Pugh Park. She could not hear or understand the word "No". You could say it, but she would not blink an eye and continue telling you what she needed you to do. And you would go do it! . There is an old saying that if someone of importance dies, there will be a rain to wash their footprints away. It has been raining for 2 days, but it will take a lot of rain to wash away Betty's tracks. Our thoughts and prayers go out to her family. She will be greatly missed......

Expression of Sympathy

A GARDEN PATH was sent on July 5, 2015

With love, Tootsie and Michael Wilson, Jerad and Missy Selby, and Kellie Selby

Message from Debra Lynn Reynolds

July 5, 2015 2:33 PM

Mrs Betty is one of the most admirable, caring and considerate ladies ever known. She was the greatest humanitarian with genuine interest in people for their own benefit. I will always think of her with love and respect just as I always have. She set examples and contributed to all good causes to make life better. Yes, Mrs Betty Gay Schuler is a great lady with a heart as large as the South. A truly inspired southern lady who made the Delta a better place to live. One of Gods Angels.

Message from the Clay Cessor family

July 5, 2015 1:44 PM

This is a very hard person to loose. She is a pillar to our community. Everyone in the county looks up to Mrs Betty. She is up in the sky with her kids now. Jennifer I am so sorry for your loss. We feel like we lost her to. Love all of your family

Message from Bonnie Grimes, Rogers, Arkansas

July 5, 2015 12:22 PM

Dear Family of Betty,
I only met her a few times, but she radiated goodness. You will miss her forever, but all of the memories you have will keep her alive in your hearts.
Bonnie

Message from carolyn pugh

July 5, 2015 11:24 AM

the only can describeB etty is she was a FORCE. Never met an obstacle she coudnot handle and would tackle any project. I new her early and well and was a great admire of her.

Message from Sherry Carson

July 4, 2015 11:50 PM

So sad to hear about the loss of Betty! Met her years ago when we started the Arkansas Ambulance Association. She was very active in the association as well as becoming. An EMT instructor and teaching many. She always had a smile and was one of the most energetic, fun, caring, hardworking, loving Christian ladies/ friends I've ever known! If something needed to be done she was the first to volunteer to work on it! She loved her family and was so proud of them!She was an inspiration and a blessing in my life! Love and prayers to Jennifer and all her family! !

Message from Gail & Ricky Martel

July 4, 2015 9:46 PM

Jennifer and Jim I am still at a loss for words. She will be dearly missed, she was a true lady. Ya'll have so many wonderful memories with her and will carry her in your heart forever. Sending prayers of comfort to the whole family. Love ya'll so much

Message from Holly Bostick Adams

July 4, 2015 9:26 PM

Miss Betty will always be remembered as one of the most energetic little ladies in Southeast Arkansas. What a great legacy she leaves behind. My prayers are with you all during this great loss to your family.

Message from Alice Barry Arnold

July 4, 2015 8:39 PM

I am sorry to hear of the loss of Betty Gay Shuler.. Miss Betty was a great lady and leader of the community. It was an honor to have known her. She will be greatly missed.

Message from Martha Barry Dolan

July 4, 2015 6:51 PM

Sorry to hear of the loss of such a wonderful lady, who touched the lives of so many. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this difficult time.

Message from jacque bynum

July 4, 2015 6:11 PM

Mrs.Betty was a very kind lady and a genuine jewel to me, with always a smile and word of advice. Family know that she's in Gods hand. Lift up your eyes to the hills where all your strength come from trust God to give you strength at this difficult time. Portland and the delta has lost a true warrior. Jennifer Jim Cody and the rest of the family you all are in my prayer.

Message from Paul & Veronica Clarke

July 4, 2015 5:16 PM

Portland and the community of Southeast Arkansas has lost a special person. She touched the lives of so many people she came into contact with. She will be sadly missed by not only her family but others who had the privilege to know or work for her. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.

Message from Helen Lambert & Family

July 4, 2015 4:07 PM

Praying for the family @ this difficult time.Mrs. Betty will be truely missed.

Message from Wendy Gardner Belin

July 4, 2015 3:01 PM

Jim, so sorry for the loss of Mrs. Betty. May God give you comfort in knowing we will see her again one day!

Message from Lavan & Darlene Lawson

July 4, 2015 2:45 PM

Portland has lost one of the very best. She did so much for that city. Our prayers are with the family.

Message from Marsha M. Loyd

July 5, 2015 1:08 PM

Southeast AR has lost a truly "Southern Lady'! I always remember going to Gay's Grab Bag and admiring Ms. Betty's lovely style as she presented herself each day of her life. My condolences to her family.