DATELINE: KINGS MOUNTAIN, NORTH CAROLINA
Betty Louise Thrift
Betty Louise Thrift, 80, of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away on May 17, 2020 at her home. She was born in Banks County, GA, daughter of the late Garnett Earl and Vassie Mae Lewallen Smith and was preceded in death by her husband of 40 years, David Lee Thrift. Betty was also preceded in death by brothers, Charles, Harve, Jerry and Barney Smith. She was of the Baptist Faith. Betty was an avid fan and collector of everything Betty Boop. She loved traveling and taking "girl trips" with her family and friends. Betty enjoyed spending time shopping and working word find puzzles. She loved taking care of other people and worked as a caregiver for many years. She was a wonderful and loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. Betty will be missed dearly by her family and many friends.
SURVIVORS: Daughter: Karrie Whisnant (Timothy), Bessemer City, NC
Grandchildren: Nina Crosthwait (John) and Brooke Hovis (Brandon)
Great-Grandchildren: Kherrington, Adelyn and Madelyn Crosthwait, Abel and Jase Hovis and Cody and Gracie Evans
Brother: David Smith (Atha) Sister: Joyce Scates
Special Niece: Charlotte Cook Special First Cousin: Carolyn Wood
Special Sister-in-law: Juanita Stacey and Special Friend Bob Clemmer and a number of other family and friends
FUNERAL SERVICE: All services will be private
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ARRANGEMENTS: HARRIS FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICES, KINGS MOUNTAIN, NORTH CAROLINA
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