Betty J. Parker, 97 of Benton, passed away on October 26, 2023.  She was born on September 17, 1926 in Morrilton, Arkansas to the late Eston and Inez Riddling Morrow.  Betty was the owner of Betty Parker Beauty Shop and a Beautician for many years.  She was a charter member of West Bauxite Missionary Baptist Church.

Betty was preceded in death by her husband, Ernest Parker, daughter, Ernestine Ward, brothers, Carl Morrow and Lester Morrow, sister, Syble Baine, grandson, Cody Parker and daughter in law, Judy Parker.

She is survived by her son, Travas Parker, grandchildren, Chris Ward, Bradi Ward, Craig Parker, Jeremy Parker and Ashley Frazier.

Graveside services by Ashby Funeral Home will be 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, November 1st at New Rosemont Cemetery in Benton with Dr. Steve Parker officiating.