Bettye Jeannette Middleton of Mountain Home, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on March 23, 2026, at the age of 91. Born on January 17, 1935, in Morrilton, Arkansas, Bettye devoted her life to her family and community. She married Joseph Middleton on March 3, 1952, in San Diego, California, and later made Mountain Home her home starting in 1999 after moving from California.

Bettye was a member of the Bruno-Pyatt Baptist Church and found great joy in caring for her grandchildren. Known for her kind heart and selfless nature, she was always concerned for the well-being of others and never hesitated to offer help without expecting anything in return. Her gentle spirit and positive outlook touched the lives of those around her.

She is remembered by her two daughters, Pamela Graves and Susan Nemith; six grandchildren, Pam Doty, Nicholas Markanjevic, Joey Tierney, Jennifer Tierney, David Cochran, and Theo Spieker; and several great-grandchildren.

Bettye was preceded in death by her parents and her husband, Joseph Owen Middleton.

A Graveside Funeral Service will be held at the Bruno Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Elite Hospice in honor of her memory.

Arrangements are entrusted to Kirby and Family Funeral and Cremation Services in Mountain Home, Arkansas. An online obituary and guestbook are available at www.kirbyandfamily.com.