On a cold Christmas Day December 25, 1944, Betty Mae Cummings was born to the proud parents of John R. & Ola M. Cummings in Malvern, AR. She was the eldest of five kids. She confessed to Christ at an early age and was Baptized at First Baptist Church in Malvern. After returning to Malvern she United with Deliverance Temple Institute COGIC under the leadership of Elder Larry Babb. She faithfully served as treasurer and other auxiliaries until she became ill. Betty attended Wilson High School and later moved to Houston, Texas Third Ward. While in Houston she worked in the Nursing field as a CNA; later to change her career to work at Malloney Industries where she became a ranking Teamster Union Steward Representative. Betty also worked for a short while at the Crossing Nursing Facility in Malvern. In 1987, Betty moved to Oakland, CA. and later married Mr. Lawrence Samuel soon after. Betty Retired and moved back to her hometown of Malvern to enjoy her retirement and care for her mother and father during their time of illness until they were called home by God. Betty enjoyed baking and cooking and was an avid lover of birds and pets in general, especially her pets Tracy & Nicky. Betty was a caring and loving person that treated each and every one of her nieces and nephews as if they were her own child. She would sacrifice her own wellbeing to care for others. She was an inspiration to all that knew her and looked for the good in everybody, while doing good deeds throughout her life. Betty was proceeded in death by her parents: John R. & Ola M. Cummings; Ex-Husband: Lawrence Samuel. Betty leaves to cherish her memory her brothers: John L. Cummings, John H. (Erma) Cummings, Roger L. Cummings, and Steve (Diana) Cummings; Nieces and Nephews: Steven J. (Tina) Cummings, Krystal Davis, Tawanna Cummings, Demarv Cummings, Dara Lyons, Sade' (Greg) Mays, Zachary Cummings, and Delesha Cummings. Eight Great nieces and nephews Kira, Kaden, Kylie, Dylan, Kameron, Emory, Marleigh, and Aubree. A host of relatives and friends. If I should die, And you should live, And time should gurgle on, And morn should beam, And noon should burn, As it has usual done; If birds should build as early, And bees as bustling go,– One might depart at option From enterprise below! 'Tis sweet to know that stocks will stand When we with daisies lie, That commerce will continue, And trades as briskly fly. It make the parting tranquil And keeps the soul serene, That gentlemen so sprightly Conduct the pleasing scene! Samuel L. Vance & Sons Funeral Directors " The Epitome of Service " Memorial Service Saturday, February 17, 2024 11:00 AM Deliverance Temple Institute Church of God in Christ 400 North Main Street Malvern, AR 72104