Betty John Davis, age 90 of Benton, AR, passed away peacefully on October 11, 2026.  She was at Saline Memorial Hospital, surrounded by family. Betty was born April 18, 1936, in Yell County, Arkansas to Earnest and Selma Choate. She graduated from Dardanelle High School.

Betty loved butterflies, the color pink, collecting pottery and southwestern art. She enjoyed word puzzles, crafting and reading, but was happiest when she was with family and close friends, Donna and Wilda.

Betty was a dedicated homemaker to her four children. Betty also worked for several years at UAMS as a receptionist. She and her first husband, Larry, moved several times for work before settling in Benton, AR. where she raised her four children. She was a leader in the Girl Scouts and actively participated in the daily lives of her kids. All of them graduated from Benton High School. Later in life she and her second husband, Jerry, moved to Tucson, Arizona where she lived for many years enjoying the sun, the climate, and the culture. She returned to Benton in 1998.

Betty was preceded in death by her parents, Earnest and Selma Choate, her first husband, Larry Lorenson, second husband, Jerry Davis and by her son, Lance Lorenson.

Survivors include, Siblings-Rebecca McGuire, Donny Choate, Rodney Choate; Children-Cheryl Watson and husband Kirk, Mike Lorenson and wife Kellie, Taunia Rogers and husband Tom, Crystal Smith and husband Alan, Michille Simon and husband Gary; Grandchildren-Jennifer, Celeste, Julian, Kristin, James, Shon, Joanie, Josh, Brandy, Ben, Cayla, Grant, Krissy, Ethan, Brian, Lynn, Ryan, Samantha, Matt, Madalyn, Laurel, Ryan, Marygrace, Jason; Great Grands-Jada, Chrystiana, Keilie, Lane, Silas, Calan, Hazel, Baker, Brodi, Julia, Lindley Faye, Isla, Ferris and a great great grandchild, Josiah(LJ). She leaves behind a host of beloved nieces, nephews, and extended family members.

A private graveside service will be held at Cameron Cemetery for immediate family and friends.

Memorials may be made to Methodist Cemetery (Chickalah) at Chambers Bank in Dardanelle, AR 72834.