Betty Ann Polston Arnette, age 87, died in her home surrounded by family on Friday, August 4th, 2023.
She was born April 10, 1936 in McColl, SC to parents Howard & Doris Polston who precedes her in death. Also preceding in death are her husband Charles of 56 years, her sister Juanita Fitzjohn, & brothers Donnie and Jimmy Polston.
She is survived by her two children, Chuck Arnette (Kim) of Norman and Wendy Maxwell (Jeff) of Pinehurst; three grandchildren, Kelly Davis (Garren), Ashleigh Arnette (William), and Alan Arnette (Brianna); and six great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her sister, Sylvia Chellis; brothers, Eugene Polston, Richard Polston, and Bill Polston(Anna); sister-in-law Jackie Polston; and brother-in-law Melvin Fitzjohn(Gladys).
Betty was a fierce woman who loved playing sports in her youth including tennis and softball. As she aged Betty loved her family, canning vegetables and bargain shopping. She also enjoyed spending time in the garden with her “green thumb”.
A graveside service will be held on Tuesday, August 8, 2023 at 3:00 PM at Pinelawn Memorial Park.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to First Health Hospice.
Online condolences may be left at www.bolesfuneralhome.com
Services have been entrusted to Boles Funeral Home of Southern Pines.
