CABOT — Betty Marie Killian Baney,
76, of Cabot, passed away surrounded by her children and loved ones on March 27, 2023. She was born December 17, 1946, in Macon, Ga., USA, to the late Florence Bernice Turnbo and Roy Ephraim Killian.
She married Stan Baney on August 22, 1968, and the two were happily married almost 54 years. Her husband preceded her in death on July 27, 2022. Her beloved sister, Donna Killian preceded her in death on November 10, 2017.
Surviving are her 10 children, Michelle Baney Wallace (Louis), Cindi Baney, Rebecca “Ruby” Baney Morales (Sergio), John A. Baney, Jennifer Baney Bass, Sarah Baney Nicholson, Katherine Baney Morris, Laura Baney Adams
(Chris), Matthew Baney (Deonna), and Franklin Baney; along with 20 grandchildren, Adri, Maria, Charles, Shelby, Lexy, Shelby Susanna, Yaritza, Kailyn, Codey, Leona, Jakob, Alhana, Clay, Aubree, Tate, Marilyn Rose, Scarlett, Gabe, Jade, and Payton; brother, Roger Killian; and sister, Sarah Reynolds. She also leaves behind her faithful companion cat, Joe, Jr.
In addition to being a wonderful sister, mother, and beloved grandmother, she touched countless lives as a nurse for over 40 years. She was a pioneer for natural childbirth and a strong advocate for breastfeeding. She loved quilting, sewing, knitting, and crocheting. She also had a green thumb and enjoyed gardening. She treasured spending quality time with her children and grandchildren.
As one of Jehovah’s Witnesses, her selfless service and acts of unequivocal love spanned decades. She was a member of the Jacksonville, Ark., congregation.
Her final earthly resting place will be Gravel Ridge Cemetery in Gravel Ridge, Ark. A visitation will be held at Moore’s Funeral Home in Cabot, Ark., on Friday, March 31, 2023, 1-4 p.m. Her funeral will be held at the Jacksonville Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses on Saturday, April 1, 2023, 2 p.m. A graveside service will follow at Gravel Ridge Cemetery at 3:30 p.m. Among her final wishes were that all are warmly invited to attend her final services as we celebrate her life and legacy. Please sign our online guestbook for the family at www.moorescabotfuneralhome.com.