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Betty D. Langston

Mary Elizabeth (Betty) Denton Langston passed from this life on Friday, August 7, 2020 at Beehive Homes of Brookhaven.

Betty was born November 20, 1929 to Herbert Lynette Denton and Elizabeth Kennedy Denton in Corinth, MS. The family moved to Tupelo when Betty was a young girl where she lived for the next several decades. A graduate of Tupelo schools, Betty attended Randolph Macon Women’s College in Lynchburg, Virginia and Ole Miss. She relinquished her crown as the second Mississippi Miss Hospitality to marry the love of her life, Judson Davis Langston, in 1951 while he was on leave from the United States Navy. While living in California, she attended the School of Design at Contra Costa College in Concord.

Davis’s time in the navy early in their marriage and his career with Levi Strauss in their empty nest years, both led to extensive travel. They loved experiencing different countries and cultures together.

Mississippi always held their hearts and they came home to Brookhaven in 1986.

Betty was a member of the Forthian Club of Tupelo, and was a life member of Junior Auxiliary. She was honored to be the first life member of Garden Club of Moraga, California. She was also a member of Wildwood Garden Club, Matinee Musical, Climbers Club and the Arts Council in Brookhaven.

Throughout her life she was an active church member and was guided by a strong faith.

Betty was preceded in death by her parents, her husband and her brother Herbert Lynette Denton, Jr. She is survived by her sister Margaret Ruth McCall of Baton Rouge; her three sons Dave (Beth) of Wesson, Ken (Christy) of Columbus, Indiana and Nat (Pat) of Roxie. Additional survivors are 8 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.

A private graveside service will be held at Riverwood in Brookhaven. For the safety of all she loved and whom loved her, we ask that you attend only in prayer.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Brookhaven Trust or to the First United Methodist Church of Brookhaven.

10 comments

  • Comment Link elaine ridgway Thursday, 13 August 2020 22:27 posted by elaine ridgway

    So sorry to hear of Aunt Betty’s passing. My heartfelt sympathies to Dave, Ken, Nat and the rest of the family. Aunt Betty was the epitome of a beautiful, gracious southern belle full of warm hospitality, charm and wit with an adventurous personality. She always made me feel welcome and special. May your own special memories sustain each of you during this time.

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  • Comment Link Bettie P. Bullard Wednesday, 12 August 2020 22:01 posted by Bettie P. Bullard

    Brookhaven isn't going to be as special without Betty's gracious manner and lovely smile. Prayers and blessings to the family.

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  • Comment Link Lynn Dale Waddle Tuesday, 11 August 2020 12:20 posted by Lynn Dale Waddle

    Dave, Ken and Nat,
    I was so sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. She was such a sweet gracious lady, a true southern belle. I pray for God’s Peace and comfort for you all during this time.
    Love,
    Lynn Dale Waddle

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  • Comment Link Evelyn  Sherman Swalm Tuesday, 11 August 2020 10:40 posted by Evelyn Sherman Swalm

    To Dave and Beth, and all the family, Ken and Nat I always thought of your mom and her sweet smile and kind ways as so much a real Southern lady. She will be missed, and I pray God's peace for you.

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  • Comment Link David Carroll Tuesday, 11 August 2020 08:46 posted by David Carroll

    Dave, Ken, and Nat, I just shared your mother’s obit with my brother Bill, and we reminisced about our visits with your family many years ago in Tupelo. Please accept our well wishes and prayers as we remember your mother’s beautiful smile and gracious hospitality.

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  • Comment Link Sharon H. Long Tuesday, 11 August 2020 07:09 posted by Sharon H. Long

    The family of Sharon Hawkins Long send their love and prayers to the Langston family. Also Mary Hawkins Putnam. I have so many memories of all of you in Sharon Hills and loved your Mom so much. Mom still lives here in Tupelo in Sharon Hills at age 95. God bless you all with his loving peace.

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  • Comment Link Any West Monday, 10 August 2020 23:56 posted by Any West

    Dave, Nat, Ken, thank you for letting me be apart of Ms. Betty’s life - she was a jewel of our home and will be forever remembered- love all of you!!!

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  • Comment Link Barbara Davis Monday, 10 August 2020 21:18 posted by Barbara Davis

    Ken, Dave and Nat, I adored your precious mother. A fabulous southern hostess who was so creative and talented as a decorator, gardener, seamstress, and anything she put her mind to. She was charming and so much fun. Betty was the belle of the ball and will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her. Prayers for you and your families. ?

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  • Comment Link LilAnn and Dave Pace Saturday, 08 August 2020 22:08 posted by LilAnn and Dave Pace

    Dave and I send our sympathy, prayers for peace and blessings to Betty’s family! God bless!

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  • Comment Link Mike and Linda Clark Saturday, 08 August 2020 21:36 posted by Mike and Linda Clark

    A very special lady. Our prayers are with all of you.

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