Betty Jane Via, 94, of South Charleston, WV, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, December 4, 2021.
She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Willis G. Via. Betty was born August 18, 1927 and raised on 7th Avenue in North Charleston, WV. She was resting at home at the time of her passing. She was retired from the Kanawha County Board of Education.
Betty was an active member of the Trinity Independent Baptist Church and the Lady’s Auxiliary Post 4768 of the Alum Creek VFW. She also enjoyed sharing her love with others by baking and volunteering at a local clothing mission. She treasured her church community and her VFW friends.
Betty is survived by her children Joe Via, Kathi Thaxton (Randy), and Rose Thevenin (Mike); grandchildren Stevie Thaxton (Heather), Jennifer Green (Chris), Jason Via, Bethany Via, Stacey Horn, Blake Via, Brooke Cunningham (Bradley), and Jessica Thevenin (fiancé Grant Wooten); great grandchildren Sean Green, McKenzie Mullins, Ryleigh Horn, Aden Thaxton, Ryder Horn, Owen Thaxton and Lilly Green; very special niece and caregiver, Jean Browning; and several loving nieces and nephews.
The family wishes to express heartfelt gratitude towards her Hospice Care of WV Angels – Tammy, Kelly, Andrea, Libby, Norissa and Jenny; and a special thanks to Dr. James Pettit for his wonderful care.
Per Betty’s wishes a private family graveside service will be held at the Via Family Cemetery with Pastors Gary Gillispie and Dan McCormick officiating.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Alum Creek VFW Post 4768, 4443 Brounland Road, Charleston, WV 25309 or the charity of your choice.
A lot of wonderful memories were made with Aunt Betty and Uncle Guilford. I always thought I would have more time to come visit you. I love you Aunt Betty, You will be missed by so many.
Many prayers for the family in your time of loss. Kathi, your mother was a great person. May you all be comforted in your time of sorrow.
Betty was my mother’s (Eunice Locke Krebs) very best friend and they shared so much and sometimes propped each other up. Betty also helped take care of my mother as she aged in place at her home in Charleston. My mother has been gone for 5 and a half years. I think Betty Via was a true saint and we stayed in touch over the last several years. I will miss her and I wish to express my heartfelt condolences to her family. She was “one of a kind!”
So sorry for your loss. Lifting your family up in much prayer during this difficult time. Phyllis DeBord and family
The West Virginia and Kanawha County Associations of Retired School Employees extend their sincere sympathy to you, the family, in your sorrow. Blessings to all.
Kathy and Rose
So sorry to hear of Betty’s passing. She was always so good to me. I know she was a friend to so many. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Sarah Foster
Momaw I love you to the moon and back. I will miss you will miss you everyday. Every time I see Lilly playing school I will have a smile on my face cause I can see her playing with you. I know where you are. I love you so much Jennifer