Betty Jean Whitley Hudson

Betty Jean Whitley Hudson, 88, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, and devoted servant of God was welcomed into heaven on July 6, 2026. Betty Jean was born March 30, 1938, to Claudy and Ruby Whitley. She was the 4th of 7 children. Her father and mother and 3 of the children preceded her in death (William, Edith, and Joyce), and she is survived by 3 of her other siblings (JC, Hubert, and Sammy). She married Edgar on Christmas Day 1955, and they remained happily married for nearly 69 years until his death in 2024. She worked most of her career in the textile industry and the last third for Piedmont Healthcare, retiring at age 75. She was an active member of Yadkin Baptist Church, attending many Wednesdays and almost every Sunday and singing in the choir. She loved being around family and friends, enjoyed gardening, playing cards and board games, and shared a passion for laughter. Preceded in death by her son Jody, she is survived by her other 2 sons, 6 grandchildren, 6 great-grandchildren, and her niece Robin. The family appreciates the care provided by Catawba Valley Medical Center staff. Funeral services will be held at Yadkin Baptist Church, with burial at Iredell Memorial Park.