Betty Ruth Kempton, a resident of rural Weleekta, died Jan. 1, 2014 in her home at the age of 55. Betty was born Feb. 20, 1958 in Lamar, Okla., to Oscar Woods and Ethel Sanders Woods.
Betty worked for several years as a certified nurse's aide. She was married to Patrick Kempton of Weleetka.
Betty is preceded in death by her parents and two brothers, Ervin Strickland and Dewey Strickland.
She is survived by her husband, Patrick Kempton of the home; three children, Candy Marie Croan, Billy Jack Croan, and Danny Lee Croan; two brothers, David Woods of Arkansas and Dale Strickland of Pharoah; two sisters, Lilly Frair of Graham and Mary Lou Guest of Stillwater; several nieces, nephews, other extended family, and many good friends.
A memorial service for Betty will be held at a later date. Arrangements were entrusted to Integrity Funeral Service of Henryetta.