Betty Jean Gwaltney Obituary

We bid farewell to Betty Jean Gwaltney (Smithfield, Virginia), whose journey of life gracefully concluded on March 1, 2026 at the age of 79. Betty touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Betty Jean Gwaltney to pay them a last tribute.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Rudolph Talmadge Meade and Alice Beatrice Phillips Meade; her husband Alton "Double Truck" Hambden Gwaltney, Sr.; her granddaughter Kristina Marie Smith White; her siblings, Judy Woodard (James), Richard "Tommy" Meade and Timothy "Timmy" Meade; and her nephew Jamie Woodard.

She is survived by: her children, Brian Smith (Stephanie), David Gwaltney (Jennifer), Alice Lea Harrington and Wanda Wood (Robert). She is also survived by 19 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren; 2 great great grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.