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Betty Bowers Obituary
JONESBOROUGH - Betty Jean Brumit Barnes Bowers, 91, Jonesborough, passed away peacefully, Wednesday, April 5, 2023, at NHC Healthcare, Johnson City.
Betty was a native and lifelong resident of Johnson City. She was the daughter of the late Walter and Ruby Meredith Brumit.
Betty was of Methodist faith and attended Piney Flats United Methodist Church. She was a graduate of King Business College. After college she became an Executive Secretary for the Navy.
In addition to her parents, Betty was preceded in death by her first husband, George Newton Barnes II, second husband, Herman J. Bowers, brother, Carroll "Bo" Reece Brumit.
Survivors include her son, George Bowers; brother, Edward H. "Buddy" Brumit.
It was Betty's wish to be cremated. There will be a graveside service and inurnment on Saturday, April 15, 2023, at 3:00 P.M. in Oak Hill Cemetery in Johnson City.
Memories and condolences may be shared at www.appfh.net
Appalachian Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Johnson City, is honored to serve the Bowers family (928-6111).
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