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Bettye Solomon

5/28/2022

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Bettye Solomon, age 82, passed on May 24, 2022, surrounded by loved ones. 

A wake service will be held from 6:00-7:00 P.M., Tuesday, May 31, 2022, at the Oglethorpe Funeral Chapel, 607 Kaigler Street, Oglethorpe, Georgia. 
 
Funeral services will be held at 1:00 P.M., Wednesday, June 1, 2022, at Magnolia Baptist Church, 415 Hosie Waters Street, Montezuma, Georgia. Burial will follow at Champ Waters Cemetery, 191 Twin Churches Road, Montezuma, Georgia.

Please be mindful that we will adhere to all government recommendations and mandates at all services at this time. We are limiting graveside seating to no more than 10 with masks being strongly encouraged. Other masked attendees are welcomed but will be expected to practice social distancing.

Graveside services, including burials, are likely to be held on ground that is uneven, which is out of the control of Oglethorpe Funeral Chapel, Inc. We ask that you take this into consideration when choosing footwear, such as shoes with high, thin heels. Please be advised that Oglethorpe Funeral Chapel, Inc. will not be held responsible for injuries at a grave site because of this.​

The Life and Legacy of Bettye Solomon

​“Well done thou good and faithful servant”
Enter thou into the joy of the Lord. Matthew 25:21
A Time to Be Born
On December 8, 1939, a daughter was born to the late Lucy Mae Davis and Jay Journey who was named Bettye. Bettye was the oldest of four other siblings; three of whom preceded her in death.
 
A Time to Be Educated
At an early age, Bettye received her education at the Historical Macon County Training School. Bettye later became very interested in pressing and curling hair (Cosmetology). Under the watchful eye of Mrs. Jessie Lamar, she mastered this talent and became quite a professional at it.
 
A Time to Serve
As a young girl, Bettye’s family was spiritually inclined. She joined the Magnolia Baptist Church, where she served in several capacities until her health began to fail her. She served on the #1 Usher Board, Missionary Board and Deaconess Board. Our mother enjoyed helping others in their time of need. She worked in several capacities, at Southern Frozen Food and Gold King as a packer/grader for 20 years or more. Not only was she employed in these jobs, but she was also a beautician in her home. As a single parent our mother toiled to make sure we were provided for. In 1975, she became employed with Macon County Retardation Center which later became Quality Enterprises where she was dedicated to working with children and adults with disabilities. Bettye was also a member of the D.F. Douglass Hornets Booster Club, Volunteer Parent for Hornets choir, a member of the Pink Ladies at the Flint River Hospital.

On July 3, 1984, Bettye became a member of the Eunice Chapter #164 Order of Eastern Stars, where she was a dedicated and distinguished member. On October 20, 2019, she was presented in recognition as a Life Member of the Americus District No 14, Order of the Eastern Star for 35 consecutive years of service.

A Time to Rejoice
On May 24th, 2022, God sent His angels down after we all let her know that it was okay for her to go. The Angels softly whispered and said, “My Child, you have suffered long enough, and it is now time for you to leave your earthly home and come to your heavenly home, where the Father will be standing at the gates with your family; Mother Lucy, Sister Vivian, Brothers Leon and Charlie James and her only son-in-law Frank.” Bettye humbly replied, “Master, I am on my way Home.”
 
A Time to Remember
In the celebration of her life, Bettye leaves to cherish her memories a devoted ex-husband, John Lee Solomon, Montezuma, Ga. Four children, Gilbert Howard, Montezuma, Ga, Vickie Miller (Frank) Tampa, Fl, Camille Howard, Perry, Ga, and Kim Howard (Sammie), Byron, Ga. Two Sisters Vera Wynn, Atlanta, GA and Betty Collier, Oglethorpe, Ga. Fifteen grandchildren, thirty-five great grandchildren and four great, great grandchildren. A host of loving nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews,great great nieces and nephews, cousins, and friends.
 
The memories that we will always cherish of our Mama, our sister, our Tee-Tee, our Grandma, our co-worker, our significant other and friend will live in our hearts forever. Bettye Solomon was loved.
22 Comments
Carla Solomon Frazier
5/28/2022 01:27:43 pm

Sending condolences to the family.

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Teresa A Davis
5/28/2022 07:44:19 pm

Camille and family I am sorry for the loss of your beautiful mom. May God bless you and provide you strength during this time of sorrow and forever.

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Joan p.Haugabook
5/28/2022 09:26:43 pm

Sending Condolences to the family. May God strengthen each of you during this time. Love and Continous Prayers

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Conova Norris
5/28/2022 09:59:06 pm

As your hair stylist for 12 years, I'm truly going to miss you, Ma Betty. My prayers for the families strength and peace of mine.

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Michelle Harvey
5/29/2022 09:23:59 am

Sending my deepest sympathy and prayers to the family of Mrs. Bettye as she was affectionately called by many in the community. Rest in Heaven!

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Helen and Cyndria Barron
5/29/2022 12:18:32 pm

To Bettye family we send our deepest condolences. May the God of comfort give you the needed strength to get through this time of sorrow. We will miss her very much. she was a great neighbor for many years.may you Rest In Peace Bettye

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Helen Journey-Walters & Family
5/29/2022 04:56:05 pm

My auntie had a beautiful Spirit, smile and had a heart of gold. Realness she was. Memories are unforgettable. RIH

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Doris Walker Pugh
5/29/2022 07:56:13 pm

My heart is deeply saddened by Miss Bettye’s departure but happy she has been granted her release from the earth. May the Lord bless her family and friends with His tender mercy during this season. May His peace abide with you.
Camille, you are truly cared for by your sisters in Delta. Always, Doris

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Catherine Anderson
5/29/2022 08:01:06 pm

Sending my sincere heartfelt condolences during this very difficult time.

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Michael G. Dingle and Sons
5/29/2022 08:28:19 pm

Sending my deepest condolences to the family.

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Kathy Ezell Reese
5/30/2022 09:40:32 am

My deepest condolences to the family. You are all in my prayers.🙏🏽

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Larry & Patricia Wallace
5/30/2022 12:27:35 pm

Our deepest sympathy to the family, may our Lord and Savior give you peace and may the memories you hold bring you comfort.

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Angela Harris
5/30/2022 04:22:42 pm

To Camille and the entire Howard family, My condolences to you all. God knows what’s best for us. Never doubt that. Praying God’s strength and comfort always. Love, Angela Harris & Family

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Scottie Hill
5/30/2022 06:07:19 pm

Sorry for your loss

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Sandra Walker Rudolph
5/30/2022 09:50:56 pm

My condolences to the family. Ms. Betty was one of the first people I met when I begin my employment with the Montezuma Police Department, she came looking for me. After introduction herself we became friends. I interacted with her just about every day for one reason or any other. I don't believe she ever met a stranger her personality wouldn't let her. She was out spoken which I loved about her but she was also fair, she cared deeply about the people she worked for and at times went above and beyond for them. Bettye will definitely be missed in the community she served and loved so well. Good and faithful servant well done.

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Calvin and Romina Fulks
5/31/2022 11:16:10 am

We are going to miss you Tee Tee! Rest in the arms of the Lord. Our sincere sympathy to your entire family. May God peace and comfort be with each you.

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Fannie Hannor
5/31/2022 12:12:47 pm

Sending prayers and strength at this time. So sorry for your loss.

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Edward & Donna Howard
6/1/2022 07:04:17 am

To the Howard family we send I condolence to you doing this trying time in y’all life. We love you.

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Connie Duncan
6/1/2022 12:15:38 pm

Sending my condolences and prayers to the family. May God give you strength during this difficult time.

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Pamela Tyson Bryant
6/1/2022 01:02:56 pm

Our prayers and condolences to the family. We are praying for strength and comfort, especially your Sorors.
God Bless

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LaSondra Wilson
6/1/2022 01:13:49 pm

My condolences to the family. May God strengthen you all during this time.Be blessed with peace and endurance.

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Charles O Blackmon
6/2/2022 05:28:33 pm

Camille and Family....l'm sure words cannot resolve the pain you all are feeling. But know that God has a way of healing, but only in time.
We will continue to keep you all in prayer.

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