Betty Jean Moye Myers

Lafayette - A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, August 30, 2025 at 11:00 AM at St. Barnabas Episcopal Church at 400 Camellia Blvd in Lafayette for Betty Jean Moye Myers, age 94, who passed away on Sunday, July 6, 2025 in Abbeville. Rev. Michael Bordelon will be the celebrant. Please join the family for a reception following the service in the church parish hall. Betty Myers was born on June 27, 1931 in Waycross, GA and she was a longtime resident of Louisiana. She was a devoted wife and mother whose life was marked by service, intellect, and determination. Mom was a graduate of Wacona High School, class of 1948, and Mercer University, class of 1952. She married the love of her life in March of 1955. Dad was a Geologist with an Oil Company so, they were transferred between New Orleans & Lafayette several times over the years. While raising four children, Betty completed her Masters of Social Work degree at Tulane University in New Orleans, a testament to her lifelong commitment to learning and helping others. Betty worked for the Orleans Parish School System, for a few years before their final relocation to Lafayette in 1976. Once in Lafayette, she followed in her parents’ footsteps and earned her real estate license, launching a very successful second career as a Realtor with Van Eaton & Romero until her retirement. Betty served on the boards of the Lafayette Board of Realtors as well as the Louisiana Realtors Association for several years, was President of the Lafayette Board of Realtors in 1990, and honored with Realtor of the Year in 1992. She was also a driving force in the community with some of her volunteer work as well. As a Steering Committee member and one of the founding board members of Lafayette Habitat for Humanity, she was instrumental in starting this local organization from the ground up, as well as securing its affiliation with Habitat International. Betty served Habitat faithfully for many years, including as Chairman of the Board, and she also volunteered with several other civic and professional organizations in the Acadiana area. Her dedication extended to her faith community as well, where she served in numerous volunteer roles at St. Barnabas Episcopal Church and with the Episcopal Church Women (local & state), Betty’s legacy is one of quiet leadership, compassion, and unwavering service to others. Betty is survived by her children, Kathy Bull (Bryan) of Lafayette, Kevin Myers (Jan) of Covington, Gretchen Myers of Lafayette, and Paul Myers; her grandchildren, Sarah Hecox, Matthew Bull, Andrew Bull, Mary Myers-Wilson, and Scott Myers; her great-grandchildren, Lily Hecox, Adam Hecox, David Hecox, Megan Hecox, Charlotte Bull, Benjamin Bull, Thomas Bull, and Nora Myers; as well as her sister, Mary Ann Strickland (Ronnie) of Waycross, GA. She was preceded in death by her husband of 64 years, Eugene (Gene) Myers; her parents, Harry & Mary Moye; her sister, Lillian Tanner; and her son-in-law, Tom Boyd. The family wishes to offer a special thanks to Pastoral Care team from St. Barnabas Church who visited and brought communion to Betty for the past several years. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to Lafayette Habitat for Humanity: https://connect.clickandpledge.com/Organization/habitatlafayette/ Arrangements have been entrusted to Cypress Funeral Home & Crematory, 206 W. Lafayette St., Maurice, LA 70555.

Betty Jean Moye Myers

June 27, 1931 - July 6, 2025