Bettey Lou Bagwell
Date of Birth
Tuesday, June 14th, 1932
Date of Death
Monday, October 13th, 2008
Betty Lou Byrd Bagwell was born on June 14, 1932 in Parksley, Virginia. She was the only child born to the late Harold Douglas and Alcoria Eliza Wilson Byrd. Betty Lou received her early education in the schools of Accomack County, Virginia. She graduated from Mary N. Smith High School. She furthered her education at Virginia State University in Petersburg, Virginia, graduating with a Bachelor of Arts Degree. Betty later pursued a Masters Degree at Temple University in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Betty’s Christian faith journey began at a tender age. She was baptized at Metompkin Baptist Church in Parksley, Virginia where both of her parents held leadership roles during her childhood and adult life. After graduating from Virginia State University, Betty taught in elementary schools in Accomack County for fifteen years. She then migrated to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania where she taught for an additional twenty-six years at William B. Mann Elementary School until her retirement. In her younger years, the dark haired shapely beauty captured the eye of Accomack’s sought after young bachelor, Kenneth Lowell Bagwell. To "WOW” her like no other, young Kenneth devised a plan to take her car, wash, wax, and return it to her school parking lot.. .all unknown to his doe eyed beauty. This left her.. .for in her life.., completely speechless! This gesture blossomed into a courtship that led them on a journey together as husband and wife for fifty years. Kenneth and Betty Lou were married on December28, 1957. This union was blessed with two daughters, Keva Michaela and Kemia Clarke. To her family she was affectionately called ‘Ma Betty Lou”, “GranMa” “Betty B”, and “B.B” No matter what she was called. She gave her love to us all! In 1980, Betty joined White Rock Baptist Church where she was an active and faithful member. During her nearly thirty year membership, she was the kind of Christian God has called us to be, serving as President of the Good Sheppard Circle, as Church School Teacher and Assistant Superintendent of the Adult Department in the Christian Education Ministry, as chairwoman of many church programs and committees. Other leadership positions that she held dear to her heart were those in the West Philadelphia Baptist Congress of Christian Education. She belonged to the Sheepfold of Peter/Daniel and was a driving and inspirational force among her fellow members truly living up to our church theme and vision statement, always giving “nothing less than her best”! Betty Lou had a keen sense of humor…she could make you laugh! She had a passion for shoes and expensive hats. Betty had a remarkable and graceful command of language. She was a true lady of class and demonstrated good taste in all things. This was a woman with a unique depth of character. Betty’s loving care for children enabled her touch to resonate in their souls. That very same love transformed a small lot of land on a city block into a beautiful garden, full of color and texture and continuous brilliance. On Monday, October 13, 2008, God walked through His garden and selected one His finest flowers to take home with Him. This phenomenal woman lives on in the hearts of: her beloved husband, Kenneth; her loving daughters, Keva and Kemia; her treasured grandchildren, Kiche’, Keith, Jr., Kyler, Kolbi and Karis whom she lovingly called her “special K’s”. Precious memories will also linger on in the hearts of: her stepson, Drexel, beloved brothers-in-law, Edwards and Robert Bagwell; two sisters-in-law, Francis Edwards and Viola Bagwell; beloved cousins, Mary Ann Warner, Carolyn Wilson (Niney) and Vivian Dodson; cherished friends, Marie Humbles and Rozelma "Chuck" Savage; and a host of other relatives, friends and her Christian co-laborers and White Rock Church family.
Cooper and Humbles Funeral Co., Inc.
P.O. Box 176, 24497 Mary N. Smith Rd., Accomac, VA 23301
Betty Lou Bagwell PHILADELPHIA - Betty Lou Bagwell, 76, died Oct. 13, 2008. A funeral will be held Tuesday at 3 p.m. in Wharton Cemetery, Parksley. Cooper & Humbles Funeral Co. is in charge.
Published in The Virginian Pilot on Oct. 20, 2008
Date of Birth
Tuesday, June 14th, 1932
Date of Death
Monday, October 13th, 2008
Betty Lou Byrd Bagwell was born on June 14, 1932 in Parksley, Virginia. She was the only child born to the late Harold Douglas and Alcoria Eliza Wilson Byrd. Betty Lou received her early education in the schools of Accomack County, Virginia. She graduated from Mary N. Smith High School. She furthered her education at Virginia State University in Petersburg, Virginia, graduating with a Bachelor of Arts Degree. Betty later pursued a Masters Degree at Temple University in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Betty’s Christian faith journey began at a tender age. She was baptized at Metompkin Baptist Church in Parksley, Virginia where both of her parents held leadership roles during her childhood and adult life. After graduating from Virginia State University, Betty taught in elementary schools in Accomack County for fifteen years. She then migrated to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania where she taught for an additional twenty-six years at William B. Mann Elementary School until her retirement. In her younger years, the dark haired shapely beauty captured the eye of Accomack’s sought after young bachelor, Kenneth Lowell Bagwell. To "WOW” her like no other, young Kenneth devised a plan to take her car, wash, wax, and return it to her school parking lot.. .all unknown to his doe eyed beauty. This left her.. .for in her life.., completely speechless! This gesture blossomed into a courtship that led them on a journey together as husband and wife for fifty years. Kenneth and Betty Lou were married on December28, 1957. This union was blessed with two daughters, Keva Michaela and Kemia Clarke. To her family she was affectionately called ‘Ma Betty Lou”, “GranMa” “Betty B”, and “B.B” No matter what she was called. She gave her love to us all! In 1980, Betty joined White Rock Baptist Church where she was an active and faithful member. During her nearly thirty year membership, she was the kind of Christian God has called us to be, serving as President of the Good Sheppard Circle, as Church School Teacher and Assistant Superintendent of the Adult Department in the Christian Education Ministry, as chairwoman of many church programs and committees. Other leadership positions that she held dear to her heart were those in the West Philadelphia Baptist Congress of Christian Education. She belonged to the Sheepfold of Peter/Daniel and was a driving and inspirational force among her fellow members truly living up to our church theme and vision statement, always giving “nothing less than her best”! Betty Lou had a keen sense of humor…she could make you laugh! She had a passion for shoes and expensive hats. Betty had a remarkable and graceful command of language. She was a true lady of class and demonstrated good taste in all things. This was a woman with a unique depth of character. Betty’s loving care for children enabled her touch to resonate in their souls. That very same love transformed a small lot of land on a city block into a beautiful garden, full of color and texture and continuous brilliance. On Monday, October 13, 2008, God walked through His garden and selected one His finest flowers to take home with Him. This phenomenal woman lives on in the hearts of: her beloved husband, Kenneth; her loving daughters, Keva and Kemia; her treasured grandchildren, Kiche’, Keith, Jr., Kyler, Kolbi and Karis whom she lovingly called her “special K’s”. Precious memories will also linger on in the hearts of: her stepson, Drexel, beloved brothers-in-law, Edwards and Robert Bagwell; two sisters-in-law, Francis Edwards and Viola Bagwell; beloved cousins, Mary Ann Warner, Carolyn Wilson (Niney) and Vivian Dodson; cherished friends, Marie Humbles and Rozelma "Chuck" Savage; and a host of other relatives, friends and her Christian co-laborers and White Rock Church family.
Cooper and Humbles Funeral Co., Inc.
P.O. Box 176, 24497 Mary N. Smith Rd., Accomac, VA 23301
Betty Lou Bagwell PHILADELPHIA - Betty Lou Bagwell, 76, died Oct. 13, 2008. A funeral will be held Tuesday at 3 p.m. in Wharton Cemetery, Parksley. Cooper & Humbles Funeral Co. is in charge.
Published in The Virginian Pilot on Oct. 20, 2008
Bettey Lou Bagwell
Date of Birth
Tuesday, June 14th, 1932
Date of Death
Monday, October 13th, 2008
Betty Lou Byrd Bagwell was born on June 14, 1932 in Parksley, Virginia. She was the only child born to the late Harold Douglas and Alcoria Eliza Wilson Byrd. Betty Lou received her early education in the schools of Accomack County, Virginia. She graduated from Mary N. Smith High School. She furthered her education at Virginia State University in Petersburg, Virginia, graduating with a Bachelor of Arts Degree. Betty later pursued a Masters Degree at Temple University in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Betty’s Christian faith journey began at a tender age. She was baptized at Metompkin Baptist Church in Parksley, Virginia where both of her parents held leadership roles during her childhood and adult life. After graduating from Virginia State University, Betty taught in elementary schools in Accomack County for fifteen years. She then migrated to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania where she taught for an additional twenty-six years at William B. Mann Elementary School until her retirement. In her younger years, the dark haired shapely beauty captured the eye of Accomack’s sought after young bachelor, Kenneth Lowell Bagwell. To "WOW” her like no other, young Kenneth devised a plan to take her car, wash, wax, and return it to her school parking lot.. .all unknown to his doe eyed beauty. This left her.. .for in her life.., completely speechless! This gesture blossomed into a courtship that led them on a journey together as husband and wife for fifty years. Kenneth and Betty Lou were married on December28, 1957. This union was blessed with two daughters, Keva Michaela and Kemia Clarke. To her family she was affectionately called ‘Ma Betty Lou”, “GranMa” “Betty B”, and “B.B” No matter what she was called. She gave her love to us all! In 1980, Betty joined White Rock Baptist Church where she was an active and faithful member. During her nearly thirty year membership, she was the kind of Christian God has called us to be, serving as President of the Good Sheppard Circle, as Church School Teacher and Assistant Superintendent of the Adult Department in the Christian Education Ministry, as chairwoman of many church programs and committees. Other leadership positions that she held dear to her heart were those in the West Philadelphia Baptist Congress of Christian Education. She belonged to the Sheepfold of Peter/Daniel and was a driving and inspirational force among her fellow members truly living up to our church theme and vision statement, always giving “nothing less than her best”! Betty Lou had a keen sense of humor…she could make you laugh! She had a passion for shoes and expensive hats. Betty had a remarkable and graceful command of language. She was a true lady of class and demonstrated good taste in all things. This was a woman with a unique depth of character. Betty’s loving care for children enabled her touch to resonate in their souls. That very same love transformed a small lot of land on a city block into a beautiful garden, full of color and texture and continuous brilliance. On Monday, October 13, 2008, God walked through His garden and selected one His finest flowers to take home with Him. This phenomenal woman lives on in the hearts of: her beloved husband, Kenneth; her loving daughters, Keva and Kemia; her treasured grandchildren, Kiche’, Keith, Jr., Kyler, Kolbi and Karis whom she lovingly called her “special K’s”. Precious memories will also linger on in the hearts of: her stepson, Drexel, beloved brothers-in-law, Edwards and Robert Bagwell; two sisters-in-law, Francis Edwards and Viola Bagwell; beloved cousins, Mary Ann Warner, Carolyn Wilson (Niney) and Vivian Dodson; cherished friends, Marie Humbles and Rozelma "Chuck" Savage; and a host of other relatives, friends and her Christian co-laborers and White Rock Church family.
Cooper and Humbles Funeral Co., Inc.
P.O. Box 176, 24497 Mary N. Smith Rd., Accomac, VA 23301
Betty Lou Bagwell PHILADELPHIA - Betty Lou Bagwell, 76, died Oct. 13, 2008. A funeral will be held Tuesday at 3 p.m. in Wharton Cemetery, Parksley. Cooper & Humbles Funeral Co. is in charge.
Published in The Virginian Pilot on Oct. 20, 2008
Date of Birth
Tuesday, June 14th, 1932
Date of Death
Monday, October 13th, 2008
Betty Lou Byrd Bagwell was born on June 14, 1932 in Parksley, Virginia. She was the only child born to the late Harold Douglas and Alcoria Eliza Wilson Byrd. Betty Lou received her early education in the schools of Accomack County, Virginia. She graduated from Mary N. Smith High School. She furthered her education at Virginia State University in Petersburg, Virginia, graduating with a Bachelor of Arts Degree. Betty later pursued a Masters Degree at Temple University in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Betty’s Christian faith journey began at a tender age. She was baptized at Metompkin Baptist Church in Parksley, Virginia where both of her parents held leadership roles during her childhood and adult life. After graduating from Virginia State University, Betty taught in elementary schools in Accomack County for fifteen years. She then migrated to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania where she taught for an additional twenty-six years at William B. Mann Elementary School until her retirement. In her younger years, the dark haired shapely beauty captured the eye of Accomack’s sought after young bachelor, Kenneth Lowell Bagwell. To "WOW” her like no other, young Kenneth devised a plan to take her car, wash, wax, and return it to her school parking lot.. .all unknown to his doe eyed beauty. This left her.. .for in her life.., completely speechless! This gesture blossomed into a courtship that led them on a journey together as husband and wife for fifty years. Kenneth and Betty Lou were married on December28, 1957. This union was blessed with two daughters, Keva Michaela and Kemia Clarke. To her family she was affectionately called ‘Ma Betty Lou”, “GranMa” “Betty B”, and “B.B” No matter what she was called. She gave her love to us all! In 1980, Betty joined White Rock Baptist Church where she was an active and faithful member. During her nearly thirty year membership, she was the kind of Christian God has called us to be, serving as President of the Good Sheppard Circle, as Church School Teacher and Assistant Superintendent of the Adult Department in the Christian Education Ministry, as chairwoman of many church programs and committees. Other leadership positions that she held dear to her heart were those in the West Philadelphia Baptist Congress of Christian Education. She belonged to the Sheepfold of Peter/Daniel and was a driving and inspirational force among her fellow members truly living up to our church theme and vision statement, always giving “nothing less than her best”! Betty Lou had a keen sense of humor…she could make you laugh! She had a passion for shoes and expensive hats. Betty had a remarkable and graceful command of language. She was a true lady of class and demonstrated good taste in all things. This was a woman with a unique depth of character. Betty’s loving care for children enabled her touch to resonate in their souls. That very same love transformed a small lot of land on a city block into a beautiful garden, full of color and texture and continuous brilliance. On Monday, October 13, 2008, God walked through His garden and selected one His finest flowers to take home with Him. This phenomenal woman lives on in the hearts of: her beloved husband, Kenneth; her loving daughters, Keva and Kemia; her treasured grandchildren, Kiche’, Keith, Jr., Kyler, Kolbi and Karis whom she lovingly called her “special K’s”. Precious memories will also linger on in the hearts of: her stepson, Drexel, beloved brothers-in-law, Edwards and Robert Bagwell; two sisters-in-law, Francis Edwards and Viola Bagwell; beloved cousins, Mary Ann Warner, Carolyn Wilson (Niney) and Vivian Dodson; cherished friends, Marie Humbles and Rozelma "Chuck" Savage; and a host of other relatives, friends and her Christian co-laborers and White Rock Church family.
Cooper and Humbles Funeral Co., Inc.
P.O. Box 176, 24497 Mary N. Smith Rd., Accomac, VA 23301
Betty Lou Bagwell PHILADELPHIA - Betty Lou Bagwell, 76, died Oct. 13, 2008. A funeral will be held Tuesday at 3 p.m. in Wharton Cemetery, Parksley. Cooper & Humbles Funeral Co. is in charge.
Published in The Virginian Pilot on Oct. 20, 2008
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