Betty Gowen
Hartselle Funeral service for Betty Gowen, 93, was held Tuesday, January 7, 2025, at 2:00 PM at Bold Springs Presbyterian Church in Shelby County, Alabama, with Bro. Larry McCutcheon officiating and Peck Funeral Home directing. Burial will follow at Bold Springs Presbyterian Church.
Ms. Gowen died on Friday, January 3, 2025, at her residence. She was born on October 7, 1931, in Shelby County to Foster Bailey and Verlia Nichols Bailey.
She was employed by South Central Bell and AT&T as an operator prior to her retirement. A member of the First Christian Church, she dedicated her life to her children and grandchildren. She was affectionately known to most as “Neanie.” Preceding her in death were her parents; brothers, Earl Bailey and John Bailey; and a sister, Francis Bailey Tinsley.
Survivors include her son, Dayton Gowen; daughter, Connie Norwood; four grandchildren; and three greatgrandchildren.
Pallbearers were Eric Norwood, Ryan Norwood, Johnny Norwood, Randy Bailey and Chris Felkins.
