Betty Joyce (Thompson) Vickers Obituary

Name: Visitation
Start: 2025-06-25T21:00:00
End: 2025-06-25T23:00:00
Location: Whidden-McLean Funeral Home

With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Betty Joyce (Thompson) Vickers of Bartow, Florida, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on June 20, 2025. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

In the quiet moments of reflection, amidst the gentle rustle of leaves and the whispered song of the stars, we shall carry Betty Joyce's memory with us, a guiding light illuminating the path ahead. May Betty Joyce's journey be filled with peace and serenity, and may she find rest in the embrace of eternity.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Truman Thompson and Lillie Mae Thompson; and her siblings, John Sr., Truman Jr., Rodney Sr. and Shirley.

She is survived by: her husband Jimmy Vickers Jr.; and her siblings, Ruth Spinks of Lakeland, Derwood Thompson of Gainesville and Kathy Berry (John) of Homeland.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Whidden-Mc Lean Funeral Home

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June 24, 2025

Nancy Clarke wrote a sympathy message

“Kathy, I am so sorry to hear about Betty. I remember her fondly from our childhood and later from your visits back home. Will keep all of you in my thoughts and prayers. Love you!”

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June 25

Visitation

Whidden-McLean Funeral Home
650 E Main St, Bartow, FL 33830

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June 26

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Turning Point Worship Center
1400 E Georgia St, Bartow, FL 33830

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