Nathalie……….James Baker Betterton, age 89 of Nathalie died Friday, December 29, 2017 at his residence.
Born January 22, 1928 in Halifax County, he was a son of the late William Warren Betterton and Sadie Murphy Betterton. He was predeceased by a son, Jimmy Betterton; five brothers, J.W. Betterton, Rufus Betterton, Ben Betterton, Paul Betterton and Junior Betterton; and five sisters, Nellie Jones, Ada Yeatts, Mildred Reaves, Louise Meadows and Juanita Bush. Mr. Betterton was a devoted member of The Tabernacle Danville Virginia for over 40 years where he served on the board of trustees and as usher. He was a tobacco farmer and former owner of James Place; and an Army Veteran of World War II. He enjoyed NASCAR, playing cards, doing jigsaw puzzles, gardening and keeping his eye on the weather.
He is survived by his wife, Kathy Betterton of the residence; two sons, Tommy Betterton and wife, Laverne of Gretna and Timmy Betterton and wife, Kathy of Gretna; one daughter, Victoria Gilliland and husband, Randy of Lynchburg; one sister, Peggy Tickle of Danville; 8 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be conducted 2:00 p.m. Sunday, December 31, 2017 at Colbert-Moran Chapel by Pastor Danny Campbell and Rev. Lamar Mooneyham. Private burial will follow in the Betterton Family Cemetery.
The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service from 1 to 2:00 p.m. Sunday, December 31, 2017 at Colbert-Moran Funeral Home and other times will be at the residence.
Colbert-Moran Funeral Home, Gretna is assisting the family. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.colbertmoran.com.