Betty Lowery

Lowery Betty Rosella Lowery, 90, of Oklahoma City, passed away November 17, 2024 at her home. Betty was born January 1, 1934 in Okemah, Oklahoma to Marion and Martha White. Her early years were shaped by hard work and deep devotion to family.

Betty’s career began at a young age when she left school to work as a seamstress for Lillian Russell Inc., where she quickly became skilled in replicating dresses and garments. Her passion for sewing and dedication to her craft set the stage for a life full of purpose and service.

In 1951, Betty married Jack Pamplin, and the couple lived in Okemah until 1957, when they moved to Wewoka, Oklahoma. In 1960, Betty married James D. Lowery, and together they raised five children. The family made Wewoka their home until 2000, when Betty relocated to Oklahoma City.

A devoted mother and grandmother, Betty found her greatest joy in spending time with her family, cherishing every moment with her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. She was known for her generosity, always opening her home to those in need, her love of hummingbirds, and her loving spirit touched all who knew her.

Betty’s legacy of kindness, love, and selflessness will live on in the hearts of her family and friends. She is survived by her daughter, Carolyn Elaine Brown and husband Arva of Seminole; sons, Jimmy Lowery, MD of Edmond, James David Lowery and wife Rana of Fort Worth, Texas, Michael Dewayne Lowery of Oklahoma City; eight grandchildren, thirteen great-grandchildren, two great-great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

Betty was preceded in death by her parents; both of her husbands; daughter Barbara Jean Strother; sisters, Gladys Gray, Dala Vaught, and Opal Middlebrook; and brothers James Sexton, Leroy Sexton, and Billy White.

Her memory will forever be cherished by those who loved her.

A celebration of Betty’s Life will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, November 25, 2024 in the Chapel at Resthaven Funeral Home in Shawnee. Betty will be laid to rest in the Highland Cemetery in her hometown of Okemah.