Betty Jean Howdyshell Schooler, 85, of Staunton, Virginia, passed away Friday, April 11, 2025, at Staunton Post Acute Rehabilitation in Staunton, Virginia. She was born January 3, 1940, in Highland County, Virginia, the daughter of the late Alfred Desmon Howdyshell and Virginia Frances Carpenter Howdyshell.
Betty was employed as a Valley Supermarket cashier for many years. She enjoyed gardening and raising flowers in her yard. Betty was a loving daughter, sister and aunt. She loved country music and dancing, especially square dancing. On Saturday nights, you can bet she’d be out dancing with her aunt.
Betty had two dear companions, a cat named Tiger that was her pride and joy, and a dog named Poo that she adored. They are again together in heaven.
She is survived by her sisters, Ina Turner & husband Eddie of Churchville, Virginia; Rachel McElwee of Hot Springs, Virginia; and Faye Harold of Marshall, Virginia. Betty is preceded in death by her husband, Paul Moore Schooler.
A funeral service will be conducted at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to Starr Chapel Community Church, c/o Betty Hicklin, P.O. Box 925, Hot Springs, Virginia 24445.
RIP Betty…We have had some really fun times in my earlier years..I will never forget them or you…You were a true blessing to all who knew you..You will be missed…
Sorry to see that Betty has passed away! Living in North Carolina, I so often think about my family and friends still living in Virginia. I still have my mom’s pictures that were taken many years ago on Rocky Ridge! Good ole memories. Ina, Rachel and Faye, please know my thoughts and prayers are with you! ❤️❤️❤️
R,i.P my beautiful cousin
Prayers to the families and friends. You’re all in our thoughts and prayers. Angie and Frances Selmon
Not only were you a great Aunt, but you were an even better God Mother.
I will miss the rides through the Bolar countryside looking for any wildlife we could
see. The memories will always be treasured; you will always live in my heart. I will miss you but glad you have no more pain and sorrow. RIP Love always your niece
Christie
Love you Christie. I know you loved your Aunt Betty so much. She was like everyone’s mom one way or another.
Her passing is sad but on the bright side her Dementia is over. I thank God for that.
Betty will be missed. Such a sweet person. Enjoyed working with her at the supermarket for several years. Good times. Prayers sent to the family.