Betty J. (Thomas) Curley, age 88, was born on October 9, 1935, in Bledsoe County, Tennessee.  She passed away at her home on June 7, 2024, in Crossville, Tennessee.

She is survived by her daughters, Lavonna Hodge (Johnny) and Donna Kerley (James); four grandchildren, Shandrea Womack (Josh), Candace McNeal, Eli Kerley, and Brian Kerley; great granddaughter, Addie Womack; and many cousins, nieces, and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Maude (Smith) Thomas; her son, Joni Kerley; sister, Hassie Selby (Bud); brother, Fred “Jim” Thomas (Wanda), and husband, Donald P. Curley.

A private Graveside Service will be held.

Special thanks to friends and caregivers, Kathryn Smith, Vicky Davis, Donna Wyatt, Debra Howard, including many other friends.

Thank you to Gabe, Renee, Doreen, Sherry, Teresa, Dr. Clark, and the entire staff at Cumberland Hospice for your care and kindness.

Arrangements and Care provided by Bilbrey Funeral Home and Cremation Service.