Betty Fewell Obituary

] Betty Lou Fewell, age 89, passed away peacefully, surrounded by loved ones, at her daughter's
home on Sunday, June 29, 2025.
Betty was born on December 11, 1935, in Ralls, Crosby County, Texas, to Nellie Margerite
Reese and Robert Ennis Reese. She was one of six children and is lovingly remembered by her
siblings: Thelma (Jack) Mallow, Roberta (Wayne) Harrell, Sue (Bill) Crone, Robert Reese Jr.,
and Phil (Virginia) Reese.
On May 27, 1952, Betty married Arnold Fewell. Together, they raised three children: Kevin, Kim
and Kory. In 1966, the family relocated from Ralls, Texas to Willcox, Arizona, where Betty
became an integral part of the community.
While her children were in elementary school, Betty provided childcare from home. Later, she
pursued a professional career, working at Jensen Insurance Agency and serving as secretary
for the Willcox United Methodist Church. In 1978, she founded her own business, Fewell
Accounting and Tax, and also became a licensed realtor.
Betty was deeply engaged in civic life. She served on the Willcox City Council and, in 1977,
was elected Mayor of Willcox, serving two terms. She was active in the Jr. Women's Club, Jr.
Women's Club, Lambda Chi Omega AZ Beta Sorority, and remained a devoted member of the
United Methodist Church throughout her life.
After the passing of her beloved husband, Arnold in 1989, Betty found love again and married
Marvin Schumacher in 1991. Upon retiring, they enjoyed traveling and shared many wonderful
adventures together.
Betty is survived by her children: Kevin (Ruthann) Fewell, Kory (Melissa) Fewell, and Kim (Joe)
Webb; five grandchildren: Kris (Mary) Fewell, Koby (Cassi) Fewell, Amber (Jay) Kline, Amanda
(Ryan) Sutter, and Jacob Fewell; thirteen great-grandchildren: Josh, Brody, Parker, Paisley,
Payden, Paxten, Presley, Kameron, Gracie, Logan, Rylea, Kimber, and Joanna; and one great-
great-granddaughter, Lainey. She also leaves behind many cherished nieces and nephews.
Preceding her in death were her parents; her first husband, Arnold; her brother Robert; her
sisters, Thelma and Roberta; and her second husband, Marvin.
A private graveside service will be held for family at Sunset Cemetery in Willcox, Arizona on
July 19 at 11:00 a.m.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Betty's memory to Shriner's Children's Hospital or
St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, two causes that were close to her heart.