Obituary for Betty Humphreys

Betty W. Humphreys, 87, of Salisbury, died on Sunday, May 29, 2016 peacefully at her home. Born on May 26, 1929 in Wilmington, DE, she was the daughter of the late Everett and Hazel Ellis Whitaker.

She was a long time member of Wicomico Presbyterian Church in Salisbury. In addition, she also played the organ a various churches in the area. She was member of the Wicomico Democratic Committee, NARFE, VFW, American Legion, Moose Lodge, Salisbury Wicomico Art Council and the Rental Association.

Betty started her working career as a legal secretary for Vaughn Richardson, she then went to work for Judge Ed Thomas. She later worked as a supervisor for the Farmers Home Loan Administration offices in Georgetown, Salisbury and Princess Anne. While working for the USDA, she started a rental home business. Following retirement, she opened her own business doing lead paint abatement. Her entire adult life she taught piano and organ.

Betty is survived by 3 sons, Charles, Carroll and David Humphreys; 1 daughter, Susan Holland, 10 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren.

A funeral service will be held on Saturday, June 4, 2016 at 2:00 PM at Holloway Funeral Home, Salisbury. A visitation will be held one hour prior to the service. Rev. Dianne Deming will officiate. Burial will be in St. Stephen’s Cemetery in Delmar, DE.

Arrangements are in the care of Holloway Funeral Home, P.A., 501 Snow Hill Road, Salisbury, MD 21804. To send condolences to the family, please visit www.hollowayfh.com.

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