Betty Gentry

Mrs. Betty Gentry was born November 2, 1928 in Winston-Salem, NC to Pete and Evelyn Keiger.  She attended Old Town School before going to Tampa University where she met Emmett Gentry.  Betty and Emmett were married August 8, 1947. They celebrated 51 years of marriage before Emmett passed away in 1998.  Betty lived in Bermuda Run for 35 years before moving to Creekside Independent Living.  Betty was a member of Junior Woman’s Club, a charter member of Twin City Women’s Club, and Bermuda Run Country Club.  She enjoyed Christian Woman’s Club and the many bridge groups that she played with.  Betty is a member of Clemmons Baptist Church.  Betty was predeceased by her parents, Evelyn and Pete Keiger, her husband, Emmett and her sister Barbara Crockett.  She is survived by her children, Lynn Senger (Larry) and Trip Gentry (Beth); grandchildren, Kristie Foster (Brad), Russell Senger, Brittany Rouse (Jason) and Hayley Wingard (Bobby).  She also has five great-grandchildren, Mia Foster, Brett Foster, Bryson Wingard, Lacie Wingard and Ella Rouse.  A private graveside service will be held at Forsyth Memorial Park where Betty will be laid to rest by her late husband Emmett.  A special thank you to the caregivers and staff at Cadence of Clemmons, and thanks to the Trellis team who were with Mom, Trip, and Lynn to support and comfort them.  In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Trellis Supportive Care.  Online condolences may be made at www.hayworth-miller.com