Betty Jean Avriett Sircy, age 77, of Shelbyville, passed from this life Wednesday, July 10, 2024, at home surrounded by her loved ones and under the care of Hospice Compassus.
A native of Bedford County, Betty was born on August 24, 1946, to the late Leonard Avriett and Marjorie Joe Reaves Avriett. Along with her parents she is proceeded in death by her brother-in-law, Tony Carrick.
Betty was a graduate of SCHS class of 1964 and had worked in data entry having worked with various companies over her career. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. She loved all animals and found joy living on a farm. She enjoyed planting flowers, being outdoors, and enjoyed creating honey do lists for her husband and family members. In her younger years she showed quarter horses and traveled all around the country competing. She was a member of New Bethel Baptist Church and was very active member until she was unable due to her health.
Survivors include: loving husband of 58 years, Jerry Mack Sircy; daughter, Christa Lynn Sircy Lahr and husband Carl of Shelbyville; grandsons, Joshua Neese and wife Samantha, and Connor Crawford; great grandchildren, Lexi, Landon, and Layna Jean Neese; sister, Linda Carrick of Shelbyville; nephew, Mark Carrick; nieces, Lisha Burgers, and Shawn Gentry; with many great nephews and great nieces. Also, her three loving dogs, Angel, Tinker, and Tank.
Funeral services were held 1:00 p.m. Saturday, July 13, 2024, at New Bethel Baptist Church with Bro. Kenneth Neill officiating. Burial followed at New Bethel Cemetery.
Visitation with the family was held prior to funeral service on Saturday, beginning at 11:00 a.m. at the church.
Memorial donations may be made to New Destiny Dog Rescue @ www.newdestinydogrescue.com.
Doak-Howell Funeral Home is serving the family.
