Betty Joyce Sayers, 92, passed away on March 13, 2026, in Baytown, Texas. Born on Nov. 11, 1933, in Maydelle, Texas, Betty was the daughter of Carl and Kate Durrett. Betty lived a life grounded in faith, family, and service.
She graduated from Stephen F. Austin and later earned her master’s degree, dedicating many years to her career as an educator. A proud member of the Texas State Teachers Association (T.S.T.A.), Betty touched countless lives through her devotion to teaching and her passion for helping others learn and grow.
Outside the classroom, Betty found joy in the simple pleasures of life. She loved to sew, garden, and care for her plants. She was an avid sports fan—especially of the Dallas Cowboys and Houston Astros. She had a special fondness for Astros mascot, Orbit. In her younger years, she enjoyed playing softball and was an enthusiastic member of an all-ladies league.
Betty’s greatest joy came from her family. She is survived by her daughter, Kathy Chambliss, and husband Dick, sons Randy Sayers and wife Georgia, Ralph Sayers and wife Rhonda, and Scott Sayers and wife Jill. She was a devoted grandmother to Kyle Chambliss, Kolby Chambliss, Regan Dean, Mallari Schilder, Blake Sayers, Cullan Sayers, Meghan Belmont, Jilyan Daniel, Logan Sayers, Josh Sayers, Dylan Sayers, and Stefan Sayers, and a cherished great-grandmother to 13 great-grandchildren. She is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.
Betty is preceded in death by her beloved husband of nearly 73 years, Ralph Sayers, as well as her parents, Carl and Kate Durrett. Her legacy of love, kindness, and dedication will remain forever in the hearts of those who knew and loved her.
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