Betty Ruth Sandusky

by Lynn McMillen
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Betty Ruth Sandusky Betty Ruth Sandusky, 70, of Russellville passed away on Dec 20 at her residence surrounded by her loved ones. She was born and raised in Russellville. Betty was a member of the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses.

Betty worked at HD Lee for many years, owned a successful sewing business where she was known in the community as the Curtain Lady. Betty along with her husband and children opened a restaurant in honor of her late son, Jonathan, named Jonathan’s Steakhouse. There she was known as Mrs. Betty where she could be seen on Friday nights enjoying listening to the KGB band and dancing with the kitchen and server staff with a big smile always on her face. Mrs. Betty carried over to her pride and joy which was her Tanning Salon on Hwy 48. She loved her customers and would spend countless hours talking to them and giving advice and loving them like family.

Betty was preceded in death by her parents, Clarence Mitchell and Helen Stedham; Son, Jonathan Sandusky; Siblings, Odis Mitchell, O’Neal Mitchell, and Dessie Thomas. Most recently by her loving husband of 53 yrs Steve Sandusky that was her caretaker until his passing in January 2024.

Betty is survived by her children; Stephen Sandusky, Lashea Gilbert (John); grandchildren, Olivia Duke (Kyle), Brooklyn Gilbert, Logan Gilbert. Siblings, Eva Mansell, Katie Franklin (Hudon), James Mitchell (Sandy); sisters in law, Gail Nix (Thomas), Jayne Sandusky, Betty Cribbs, as well as a host of other family and friends.

The family would like to extend a special thanks to Hospice of North Alabama, but especially to Kendra England, whom Betty grew very fond of. Also, Kathy Dingess and Tiona Estevan who took great care of her. And a very special thanks to Jayne Sandusky who helped the family care for both Steve and Betty.

A memorial service will be held Jan 25,2025 at 2:00 at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses in Tuscumbia, AL. Brother Brad Simpson will officiate. Pinkard Funeral Home assisted the family.

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