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Mr. Richard Henderson "Sonny" Betts III
11/06/1972 - 08/12/2024
Mr. Richard Henderson “Sonny” Betts III, age 51, of South Hill, died Monday, August 12, 2024 at his residence. He was born on November 6, 1972.
Sonny is survived by his mother, Roselyn S. Betts (Robert) of South Hill, father, Richard H. Betts, Jr. also of South Hill, daughter, Amber Betts, and her mother and stepfather, Julie and Scott Daniel, and son and daughter Garrett and Sterling Betts, and their mother, Norma Jean Betts, all of South Hill. He is also survived by his brother, Bobby Betts of Cookeville, TN, three sisters: Susie Lucy and Mitzi Betts, both of South Hill, and Jessica Betts of Las Vegas, NV, and three closest friends, Drew Woyer of Alberta, Jim Iman of Moorefield, WV, and Glenn Wilson of South Hill.
To say Sonny wore many hats in life would be an understatement. Sonny was a football fan, a music lover, a movie buff, always full of life and laughter. He was currently a Delivery Driver for VAMAC. He was a friend ready to share a fun evening hanging out by a fire, and also someone that could listen for hours when you needed him. He was thoughtful and kind, with the biggest heart. He was tough and intimidating if you hurt his family, a true protector. He was some of what everyone needed in life.
He was a kind, loving man who never knew a stranger. He was, more than anything, a proud father to his children. Amber, Garrett and Sterling were his life. He will be forever missed by all who knew him.
A funeral service will be conducted Friday, August 16, 2024 at 2:00 P.M. in Crowder-Hite-Crews Funeral Home Chapel. The family will receive friends from 12:30 P.M. until the hour of service. Online condolences may be made through our website, www.crowderhitecrews.com. Crowder-Hite-Crews Funeral Home and Crematory is serving the Betts family.
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At Crowder-Hite-Crews we’ve always been proud to say that we are large enough to serve and small enough to care. When you choose us, we consider this a sacred trust between your family and ours. We offer a full range of funeral service, whether for a traditional funeral or cremation, and we are able to assist families worldwide. In February of 2004 we installed a crematorium to better serve our cremation families. We now do all cremations in our facility, saving transport to another location for this service. Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions about the cremation process.
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Prayers for the family
We are sorry to hear of our friend/neighbor passing. Our prayers be with the family. Norma Jean if there is anything we can do, please do not hesitate to call on us.
Sending our prayers. Arthur (Fuzzy) and Tammy Alexander
Sonny was the best and nicest person anyone could ever meet! His absence will definitely leave a void in many lives. Prayers for the family.
Thoughts and Prayers are with all of the
Betts Family. 🙏🫂💔 Rest In Peace,
“Sonny” Betts. ✝️🙏
Sonny was a great guy!
I’m really surprised and sad to hear this news. I haven’t seen Sonny in years, but I’ll always remember him as a great guy and full of laughter. Sending love and peace to the family.
Kathy
R.I.P. SONNY FLY HIGHT ,SONNY WAS A WONDERFUL GUY LOVE PEOPLE
I am so sorry
My love, thoughts & prayers go out to his Mom, children & family. He was always a sweetheart, an all around nice guy. I know he’s already missed! 🫂 😢
Sonny Betts and Family
I am so sorry to hear this news. Sonny was a great man and a good friend. My prayers go out to his family, RIP
I am sorry for your loss. Sonny was a good man and father. Will keep you in our prayers.may you have peace during this time of loss
Sorry for your loss. Sonny was a good man and father. We will keep you in our prayers. I hope find peace dealing with this loss.
good long time friend.
I’m am totally stunned to hear of Sonny’s passing. My heart goes out to his family in there time of grief. RIP Sonny!
Friend
Rip Sonny you will be missed by many. Prayers for the family.
With so much sympathy
I am so saddened to see that Sonny passed. I can’t even begin to have the words. Norma Jean I’m so very deeply sorry. I am so sorry to the kids, parents and all of of his numerous friends and family. May you all find comfort in God’s word and prayer. Sending so many prayers to all of you during this huge loss.
With Greatest Sympathy,
Heather Stamper
From the first time I met Sonny with Drew back in the Mid 90’s, I could tell right away that he was a special person. Always wanted to know how me and my family were doing and never asked for anything that he would not be willing to reciprocate. I will miss his big ole Bear Hugs! Rest in peace my brother! Till we meet again!
Prayers
We were so sorry to hear of Sonny’s passing Thoughts & prayers are with you all