After a life of love and quiet grace, Betty Louise Woods of Jay, OK has passed.
These pages are a small offering toward a much larger life.
The work of a parent is rarely finished — it lives on in the children she loved.
Betty Louise Black- Woods, age 82, of Jay, Oklahoma, went to her heavenly home on Saturday, May 2, 2026, in Jay, Oklahoma. Betty was a lifelong resident of Maysville, Arkansas where she was born on May 15, 1943 and where she passed away at home with family by her side.
She was the daughter of Elmer (Red) Black and Ina (Walker) Black.
On March 3, 1961, she married the love of her life, Bobby Woods. Together, they built a strong and loving family over the course of 64 years of marriage. Betty was a hard worker and worked for several years at Peterson Farms and Simmons Foods before being hired at Franklin Electric, where she retired after 27 years. Betty was a wonderful mom, wife, nanny, friend and she loved her family. One of her greatest joys came from going to her kids, grandchildren's and great grandchildren's activities whenever she was able. She took great pride in their successes and was their biggest cheerleader. Betty had a wonderful sense of humor, and she wasn't above pulling a prank or two. She could be a little sassy and feisty at times, but that was part of her charm. Betty enjoyed dancing, bowling, watching game shows, going to the casino and she was a huge sports enthusiast. She was a big Razorback fan and liked nothing better than a good debate with a Sooner fan. Betty will be remembered for her humor, loyalty, and laughter, she may be gone, but the memories she left behind will live in our hearts forever. Betty and Bobby are dancing together once again and may they never miss a step.
Betty was preceded in death by her husband Bobby Woods; Parents, Elmer (Red) and Ina Black; Sisters, Fern Haines, Sylvia Tucker, Leona Hobdy and Jean Martindale; and her brothers, James Black and Earl Black.
Betty is survived by her children, Randy Woods and wife Pam, Debbie Scraper and husband Fox, and Bobbie Gayle Woods. She also leaves behind 7 cherished grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren (and one on the way), who brought her great pride and pleasure. She is also survived by her sister, Muriel Collins; along with many nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family and friends. Betty's life was full of hard work, dedication, loyalty, laughter and love. She will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her.
Betty's Celebration of Life Family Visitation to greet friends will be held on Thursday, May 7, 2026 from 6:00-8:00pm Mount Hermon Cemetery, 42040 S. 670 Rd, Jay, OK 74346.
Betty's Celebration of Life Funeral Service will be held on Friday, 2:00pm, May 8, 2026, at Mount Hermon Cemetery, 42040 S. 670 Rd, Jay, OK 74346. with Derrek Kennedy Officiating. Followed by Betty's funeral procession to Mount Hermon Cemetery, Jay, OK.
Betty's burial will be held at Mount Hermon Cemetery, Jay, OK.
Arrangements are entrusted to Lawson's Funeral Homes & Cremation Services, 311 W. Gray St., Jay, OK 74346 with Shaunda J. Lawson, 3rd Generation Owner/Funeral Director and Staff.
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