Betsy Sowell Sims Gardner Obituary
Betsy Sowell Sims Gardner of Lancaster, South Carolina passed away on May 30, 2026. Betsy, born on December 5, 1958, shared life alongside family, friends, and others. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Betsy Sowell Sims Gardner or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
Betsy will be remembered for the impact she had on the lives of those around her. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew Betsy will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture her life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. Betsy’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued her companionship.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Dr. William Elford Sims, Jr. and Betsy Sowell Sims; and her daughter Delaney Elizabeth Rose Gardner. She is survived by: her son Richard Keith Gardner, Jr. of Lancaster; her brothers, William Elford Sims III (Rhonda) of Lancaster and Dr. Stephen Hubert Sims, Sr. (Amy) of Charlotte; and her uncle Hubert Lee Sowell (Nancy) of Kershaw. She is also survived by many cousins, nieces and nephews.
