She was the widow of Gene Wallis, retired sales clerk at McKiever Drug Store and attended the Lacey Assembly of God Church. She was the daughter of the late Charlie L. Pennington and Susie Wilson Pennington and was also preceded in death by two brothers, Charles Pennington and Robert "Bobby" Pennington; and two sisters, Yvonne May and Jane Harris. Betty was an avid golfer, loved outdoors, working in her yard and flowers.
Survivors include two brothers, Harry Pennington of Olive Branch, MS and Hugh Pennington of Monticello; special friends, Kenneth Chapman, Martha, Katie and Cody Taylor; and a host of nieces and nephews.
Condolences(15)
Ben & Carolyn Adams
, TX Tuesday, November 6, 2012 I have know ms. betty all my life. what a wonderful , beautiful person she was. i will always remember the days with her when she would pick me up when i was a little girl and take me with her to aunt pearls. the last time i saw her, i was laughing with her about her new black mustang. she was a joy to be around.Denise Morbit
Little Rock, AR Friday, November 2, 2012 Miss Betty was a lovely neighbor when we were backyard neighbors 15+ years ago. She was especially kind to my son, John Harper, who enjoyed visiting and learning from Miss Betty about plants are gardening. I learned a thing or two from her as well. She was always kind and generous with her smiles. We feel blessed to have known her.Janis Sweet Burt Smith
Malvern, AR Thursday, November 1, 2012 I only learned of Betty's passing today and it breaks my heart because she was one of the most wonderful people I have ever known. She and the entire Pennington family treated me like one of their own because I was always with Jane. My heart goes out to all of you in her loss. Love to all the family.Janis
PAUL & MARY MCHAN
COLUMBIA, TN Thursday, November 1, 2012 HUGH AND FAMILY, SO SORRY ABOUT THE LOSS OF YOUR SIS, I ALWAYS LOVED THE LOVELY YARD THEY KEPT. GOD WILL HAVE A GREAT GARDEN.Debra Kelly
Denver, CO Thursday, November 1, 2012 I'm so sorry to hear of Betty's death. She and Gene were some of my favorite people in years past. God Bless.Judy and Butch Selig
, AR Thursday, November 1, 2012 Ms. Betty will be missed by so very many. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.Janell Ray
Fordyce, AR Wednesday, October 31, 2012 I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Betty. I remember her so well. RIP Betty.Doogie &Patsy Darling
Crossett, AR Wednesday, October 31, 2012 Hugh, Harry and other loved ones: I was sorry to learn from Curt Mayo this morning about your loss. It is our prayer that our Lord will comfort each of you as only He can. Wanted you to know that you are in our thoughts and prayersBeverly Whitaker Crain
monticello, AR Wednesday, October 31, 2012 I loved Betty Wallis, have known her for 50 years, she was a great neighbor and friend, will miss her greatly .Beverly Whitaker CrainPat Savage Montgomery
, TX Wednesday, October 31, 2012 My thoughts and prayers are with you all.Dennis Wells
Springdale, AR Wednesday, October 31, 2012 Ms. Betty will be missed by a lot of people. She was a great lady. The family will be in my thoughts and prayers.Carroll Harris
Portland, AR Tuesday, October 30, 2012 If a record was kept for some one that touched other people with a positive and loving attiude Betty would be that person.Valerie Savage Perry
Jacksonville, AR Tuesday, October 30, 2012 My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I alwaysLoved talking with Betty as I was growing up. Her and my
Mom loved playing golf. Rest in peace sweet lady.
Karen Adair
, AR Tuesday, October 30, 2012 So sorry to hear about Ms Martha. So glad I got to visit with her as much as I did the last time I came for a visit. She was a very interesting lady and lead a very eventful life! God gained a wonderful angel!John & Jana Chapman
Star City, AR Tuesday, October 30, 2012 Deer season won't be the same without Ms. Betty. All of your friends in Beulah will surely miss you.