Bettie J. Dowdell Obituary
We bid farewell to Bettie J. Dowdell in New York, New York, born in Wilson, North Carolina, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on July 23, 2025 at the age of 81. Bettie touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
As Bettie departs from our midst, her spirit ascends to join the cosmic dance of stars, a shimmering constellation of memories that will forever grace the night sky of the hearts of those who loved Bettie. Though Bettie may no longer walk beside us, her legacy lives on — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of time and space.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Walter Lee Joyner and Mary Arnethia Barnes Joyner; and her siblings, Albert Joyner, Anita Williams and Doris Tompkins.
She is survived by: her daughters, Tarika Dowdell and Toyette; her grandchildren, Sierra and Andre'; her sister Mary Pender (Toy Dowdell Jr.) of Charleston, SC; and her pets, Roscoe and Pepper. She is also survived by nieces, nephews, cousins, grand-nieces, grand-nephews, and dear friends.
A celebration of life was held on Saturday, August 2nd 2025 at 11:00 AM at the St. John Missionary Baptist Church (1701 W Jefferson St, Grand Prairie, TX 75051).
