Service Details
Her Homegoing Service will be held on Friday, August 1st at 11:00 a.m. in Israel of God Church W.H.A., 2017 Mead St. with her brother-in-law, Rev. George Hamilton officiating. Visitation will be in the church from 9:00 a.m. until the time of the service. Burial will follow in West Lawn Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to the Israel of God Church W.H.A.
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Betty Jean Berryhill, lovingly known to all as “Aunt Betty,” was called Home by her loving Savior on Thursday, July 17, 2025, just ten days shy of her 93rd birthday. She was born on July 27, 1932, in Warren, Arkansas, the daughter of the late Forrice and Roxie (née Price) Finley.
Aunt Betty’s life was one of strength, compassion, and unwavering devotion to others. She dedicated over 31 years of service as a caregiver at Ridgewood Care Center before retiring from Racine County. Her heart for caregiving extended beyond her profession—she held a foster care license with the State of Wisconsin and selflessly cared for five children, later adopting two of her great-nieces at the remarkable age of 68.
Her deep and abiding faith guided every step of her journey. A faithful member of Israel of God W.H.A. Church, Betty served diligently as Treasurer of the Local Educational Workshop and the head cook of the Culinary staff with grace and generosity. Her love for her church family mirrored the same spirit she poured into her own.
To her family, Aunt Betty was the glue that held everyone together. She showed up without question, without hesitation whenever she was needed. Whether with her time, her love, or her resources, she gave freely and never asked for anything in return. Her life was a testament to her belief in family, faith, and service.
Outside of work and church, Betty found joy in sewing, cooking, and traveling. Remarkably independent, at the age of 92 she continued to drive herself to church and around town and chauffeuring others. She enjoyed shopping and collecting many treasures, and could always be found in her favorite recliner, happily watching her beloved western shows.
Aunt Betty leaves behind a legacy of love, kindness, and unwavering faith. She is survived by her daughters: Kathryn Love, Mary Ann Beechem, and Kayla Berryhill, all of Racine; and Chantell Berryhill of Savannah, GA. She was a proud grandmother to 12 grandchildren: Gerald (Darcy) Love, Lisa Cooper, Anthony Love, Allison Love, Percy (Judith) Beechem, Felicia (Vondell) Beechem, ZeMier Edwards, ZCylah Berryhill, Zerenity Berryhill, Azariah Moore, JaKobi Cobb, and Kaylani Cobb; 12 great-grandchildren; and 23 great-great-grandchildren.
She is also survived by her siblings: Mother Alice Riley, Raleigh “Jim” Finley, Mother Henrietta (Rev. George) Hamilton, Jarvis (Marilyn) Finley, and Ricky Finley; her sister-in-law, Mother Thelma Finley; and a host of nieces, nephews, extended family, church family, and dear friends who will carry her memory forward. She was preceded in death by her Parents, beloved son, Chester Beechem; siblings Rev. Lee Edward Finley, Nathaniel “Nick” Finley, and Juanita (Ellis) Person; brother-in-law, Rev. Willie Riley; and sister-in-law, Bernice Finley.
Betty Jean Berryhill’s legacy is one of faith, love, kindness, and a steadfast devotion to family. She will be deeply missed and forever remembered.
Bird& Linda Ivy says
Our heartfelt condolences to the entire family, our prayers our lifted up for your family, during your time of grieving, love Bird & Linda Ivy
Jenna Finley says
😞💔🕊️🙏🏾🥺
Rest well, Aunt Betty.
I will miss you dearly—our time cooking together in the church kitchen, sharing laughs and stories, and you lovingly teasing me about how often I change my hairstyles. I’ll never forget making smoked turkey necks just the way you liked or dropping off dinner to you when I could. Your laugh lit up every room, and your voice during the Christmas Program will echo in my heart forever. Thank you for your love, your presence, and your legacy.
Love you always. 💙
Joanne Powell says
My condolences to Mrs. Berryhill family and all those who love ❤️ her 🙏 RIP 🙏.
ROBERT GRIFFIN says
PEACEFUL JOURNEY AUNT BETTY.. TO FAMILY AND FRIENDS MY HEART FELT CONDOLENCE
Hattie nicks says
Betty she were a sweet lady she an i use to see one another in the store and chat we were close friend. I will always miss u. Rip betty
Abi Morales says
I remember Mrs. Betty from Harrison St we lived 3 houses down from her, she was always a sweet lady. She and my mom would talk about the Lord all the time, great memories. My condolences to the Family.
Eddie & Pamela Hooker says
Sending our sincere prayers and condolences for the family of a God filled, sweet spirited woman of God. She was a mother to me, treated me like her own. She will be missed dearly
Rest on mother there is a crown of righteous waiting for you.
Malisha Walbey says
Aunt Betty, I truly thought time was on my side.. that I’d get to share more of those wholesome moments with you again. Moments like you teaching me how to cook, or patiently helping me thread a needle. I remember how you used to take me with you to the office building to help clean, and how proud I felt earning a few dollars. You were a virtuous woman-stern, yet so full of love. One thing you never failed to do was make sure our bellies were full. You cooked the most southern, soulful meals, and with every bite, we could taste the love you poured into it. I’m definitely going to miss you, Aunt Betty. You’ve left a lasting mark on my heart. Well done!
The Perkins Family says
Sending our prayers and condolences to the Berryhill and Finley family! We love you!!!
Nichole Montgomery says
Ms. Betty…. My heart ached when I got the news, we had just started to bond after the passing of my Mother , we promised tht we would always keep in touch.
If you wasn’t ringing my phone then I was ringing yours. Lol
Ms. Betty you will deeply missed, the passion that you had for my family was amazing. Every time Momma called, you came and I love you for that.
My only regret is not knowing you sooner.
I love you Ms. Betty😥💔
I’m already missing our talks
Love Nicky( Norma’s daughter)
My deepest condolences to the entire family, May God continue to watch over you all🙏🏽🙏🏽
Lee, Francine and Myles Strong says
Aunt Betty this is hard we shared some good times from High Ridge, to overnight stays watching karate movies, snacking, laughing, talking about so many things. I am going to really miss that, rest now because like you told me “how you loved life” and it showed.
🌹Charles and Glorious Hicks says
💐It is with heartfelt sadness that we reach out to the entire Family. It seems as though we do not even have a chance to breathe between hurts, pain, and sadness in our lives. Keep holding on. 💐Charles, Glorious Hicks Goldsmith Tucker Family
NaDene Winston and family. says
I was really saddened to hear about our loss of Betty. I would like to extend my deepest condolences to all the family, friends, and loved ones. Betty will truly be missed. I pray that God give you all the love, strength, and support to get you through this difficult time. May God be the glory. From NaDene and family.
Tyrone Person says
Condolences to the family and friends of Betty Berryhill, may GOD comfort us as GOD welcome Betty to her HEAVENLY Home.
Barbra Buckley says
Sending prayers and love to the family, in the loss of Aunt Betty.
She will be dearly missed.
Love
Barbra Buckley and family
Burnette, Paula & Pam Morgan (Syble) & Veronica Ross (Earlean) says
The cousins in Warren Arkansas will always remember Betty’s visits, our telephone chats, her stories, and always her beautiful, warm smile. May God comfort our family, as we hold to our deep and abiding Faith in God’s Promise. In sympathy, Burnette, Paula, Pam and Veronica.
Lawanaka Hooper says
We are so sorry for the loss of our cousin Betty. She will be missed in the St. Paul community. She was a great friend, cousin, grandma, aunt, mother to whom you met. We love her very much. She is no longer suffering anymore. You all are in my prayers and thoughts. Love, Deborah, Karen, Jaquon, Lawanaka Hooper and Jasmine and Kendrick White
Bonnie Gardner Oliver says
My condolences to the Families. May God bring you strength, comfort, and peace 😔❤️
Lillian Boykin and family says
I’ve known Miss Betty all of my life, She was a wonderful woman we worked together for many years. She taught me alot, we shared a few secrets and always had a good laugh and we loved to cook and eat, May God Bless
Beverly Graves says
Ms. Betty I am going to miss you dearly and love you always!
Bobbie and Beverly Reynolds says
Our prayers go out to the family.. Rest on Betty❤️🙏🏾💐🕯️