Betty Burleson

Betty Ruth Russell Burleson, passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by family on Monday, August 16, 2021, after a period of declining health in recent months.

She was the wife of Jay Brice Burleson who preceded her in death.

Betty was born October 10, 1935 in Cabarrus County to the late Grover Baxter Russell and the late Leola Virginia Poplin Russell.  She was also preceded in death by her brother, Mac Durwood Russell; and stepfather, Earl Jason Huneycutt.

The graveside service to celebrate her life will be at 3pm on Wednesday, August 18, 2021 at Pine Grove United Methodist Church Cemetery, officiated by Rev. Ron Dry.

She is survived by her daughters, Wanda (Richard) Furr, Ginger (Dent) Turner and June (Tim) Russell, all of Albemarle; grandchildren, Dent H. Turner, III, Kyle (Candace) Turner, Ashley (Brandon) Carpenter, and Nathan (Katie) Furr; great-grandchildren, Emrie, Olivia, and Isla Furr, Charlie and Sam Carpenter, Brody Atkinson, and Cash, Kylie and Carsyn Turner; brother, Robert Reynolds Russell.

Betty and husband, Jay Brice Burleson were part owners of Burleson Brothers Dairy and Farm in their earlier years.  Over time they developed property at Burleson Square and HandiMart.  Known affectionately as "Miss Betty" to multitudes of children in Stanly County over her 48 years as owner of Tiny Tears Daycare, she always had stories to tell and maintained a good sense of humor.  She spent enjoyable times operating a basement Flea Market which became a favorite community gathering place and where neighbors and cousins like Ed and Hazel Harris could visit.

Betty was a member of Pine Grove United Methodist Church where she was active in the United Methodist Women's Group.  She was an active member of the DAV Ladies Auxiliary and the VFW Ladies Auxiliary.

She will be remembered in the community not only as a smart business lady, but as a caring and supportive member of the greater Burleson family and the community.

Memorials may be made to Pine Grove United Methodist Church, 28766 US 24-27, Albemarle, NC 28001 or Hospice of Stanly County, 960 N. First St., Albemarle, NC 28001.

Hartsell Funeral Home of Albemarle is serving the Burleson family.

Online condolences may be made at www.hartsellfh.com