Betty Ries Ewing, 79, left this world peacefully in her sleep on Sunday, March 24, 2024 at her home in Campbellsville, KY. She was born on May 14, 1944 in Louisville, KY to Edward and Vivian Ries.
 

In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her cherished sister, Linda Ries Hays.

SURVIVORS:

Her husband of 59 years: Dr. James A. Ewing

3 children: Dr. Jimmy Ewing (Pam) of Campbellsville, KY, Jennifer Meyers (Chuck) of Erlanger, KY, and Jill Lee (Keith) of Frankfort, KY

 6 grandchildren (whom she was affectionately known as Nana): Shelby Ewing Gatlin (Bryan), Ries Ewing (Kelsey), Jennifer Mason Lee, Walker Lee, Carson Meyers, and Cooper Meyers

1 great-grandson: Grayson Gatlin

Several nieces & nephews

Bonus daughter & devoted caregiver; Amanda McNeill

Betty's life was a testament to her vibrant spirit and diverse interests. She was a lifelong lover of a good book, bridge and gin rummy enthusiast, an avid Facebook user, and an online shopping aficionado. Her Christmases were legendary! Betty also had many talents from golfing, bowling and dancing in her younger years to sewing, knitting, and exploring new crafts she discovered on Pinterest. She and Jim were true blue Wildcat fans having season football tickets for 40 plus years. Betty looked forward to winter escapes on the beach in Marco Island, Florida hunting for a “good shell” and she spent her summers soaking in the sun on the houseboat at Green River Lake. She enjoyed planning special family trips where she loved being together to play games and hold family competitions.

In the 1980s, she shared her flare of style and retail shopping as a business owner of Sensations gift store. Despite the challenges of chronic back pain, this did not stop her from undertaking new endeavors or being present at every birthday party, graduation, wedding or family event.

Known for her love of conversation and proper grammar, she was never shy about sharing her opinions. She left an unforgettable mark on everyone she met. She maintained lifelong friendships with school friends from Seneca High, college friends from Western Kentucky State and neighbors from Tampa, Florida.

Betty was a dedicated member of Bethel First Presbyterian Church. She professed a deep love for Christ that guided her throughout her life.

Visitation: Thursday, March 28, 2024 from 5:00-8:00pmET and Friday after 10:00amET at Parrott and Ramsey Funeral Home in Campbellsville, KY 

Funeral Service: Friday, March 29, 2024 at 11:00amET at the Bethel First Presbyterian Church, 502 E. Main St., Campbellsville, KY

Graveside Service: at Bethel Cemetery, 3250 Old Columbia Rd, Campbellsville, KY

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Bethel First Presbyterian Church Memorial Fund or to the American Pain and Disability Foundation (www.4apdf.org).  

Life will be different without her sitting at her favorite spot on the couch. She could be found there reading the daily Courier Journal, looking at People magazine, perusing catalogs, working crossword puzzles or on her phone playing Wordle, Solitaire, Connections or the daily Quiz planet all while eating blueberries.

Betty's legacy is one of love, resilience and grace. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her, leaving behind a treasure trove of memories and her family that adores her. May she rest in peace knowing she was truly loved.