On January 12, 2024, the community of Burnsville, WV, and beyond bid farewell to a beloved soul, Mary Betty Singleton, who passed away peacefully at the age of 90 in the comfort of her home, surrounded by the warmth and love of her family.
Born on August 15, 1933, to Elmer Guy Scarborough and Nellie Clair Meadows Scarborough, Betty’s journey through life was marked by compassion, creativity, and an infectious joy that touched the lives of everyone fortunate enough to know her.
On January 12, 2024, surrounded by her loving family, Mary Betty Singleton, age 90, of Burnsville, WV, passed away peacefully at home. Born on August 15, 1933, to Elmer Guy Scarborough and Nellie Clair Meadows Scarborough, Betty, as she was affectionately known, leaves behind a legacy marked by compassion, strength, and a heart of gold. Betty Singleton was undoubtedly one of a kind, a force of nature with a powerful personality that left an indelible mark on everyone she encountered. Her life was a testament to kindness, compassion, and an unwavering love for those around her. Betty’s infectious smile had the power to brighten any room, making others feel welcomed and valued.
Compassionate and Grateful
Betty lived a life characterized by compassion for others, always ready to lend a helping hand and never meeting a stranger. Grateful for those who supported her along the way, she reciprocated that kindness by showing compassion to those in need.
Her heart, open and generous, endeared her to a wide circle of friends who considered her a true and steadfast companion. Craftsmanship was one of Betty’s passions, and she excelled at it. Her talent for creating crafts showcased her creativity and attention to detail.
Betty Singleton is preceded in death by her parents, Elmer Guy Scarborough and Nellie Clair Meadows Scarborough, and her husband of over 50 years, Robert “Bob” Singleton. Though she has left this world, Betty’s legacy of love, kindness, and compassion lives on in the hearts of her surviving family.
She is survived by her son, Douglas Singleton, and wife Linda; grandchildren, Jessica Ball and husband Travis, Jennifer Bird and husband Ben; granddaughter, Lilly Ball; sister-in-law, Shirley Lloyd; niece, Linda Leggett and husband Rick, and nephew, Donald Conrad and wife Donna.
