Betty Jean Downey Obituary
The world bids farewell to Betty Jean Downey of Eight Mile, Alabama, born in Dandridge, Tennessee, departing on February 5, 2025 at the age of 88. Betty leaves behind memories cherished by the community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Betty Jean Downey or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
She was predeceased by: her husband Raymond E Downey Sr.; her brother Charles A Gunter Sr.; her sister-in-law Annie Sue Gunter; her sister Eula Mae Collins; her great grandchild Olivia Grace Ritchie; and her great great grandchild Ivory Nola-Jane Squyres.
She is survived by: her children, Raymond E. Downey Jr. (Buddy), Sharon Miniard (Hollis) of Wilmer, Brenda Goodhue (Mark) of Semmes, Catherine Squyres (David) of Jonesville, LA. and Ann Bell of Mobile; her stepchildren, Jerry Downey and Diane Lucas; her great grandchild Chandler Elliott Allen; her friends, Precious, Sweety, Sassy and Baby; and her pet Stretch. She is also survived by Fifteen grandchildren, thirty six great grandchildren, twenty four great great grandchildren, and a host of nieces and nephews.
