Celebrating the life of
Bette Ryle Ireland
November 14, 1932 - June 29, 2022
Bette Ireland, 89, died peacefully on Wednesday, June 29, 2022.
The lifelong resident of Savannah was a graduate of Savannah High School and attended the University of Georgia. She was the only child of the late Wilbur Clay and Peggy Collins Bazemore.
Bette was a founding member of Skidaway Island United Methodist Church where she served on the building committee. Bette was an avid golfer and in her younger years she enjoyed playing the game of Bridge. Bette was a real estate agent with more than 30 years of service, primarily serving the Landings at Skidaway Island area.
Surviving is her husband of 36 years, Curtis P. Ireland; two children, Kathy Swift Hall (Craig) and Tommy Ryle, Jr. (Lynn); four grandchildren, Lauren Ryle Coleman (Greg), Emily Lane Ryle, Maggie Swift, and Katie Swift; and three great-grandchildren.
The family would like to express their deepest gratitude to Danielle, DeShay, Ruth, and their caring staff for the exceptional care given to their mother during her illness.
A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, July 6, 2022 at Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel with Rev. Jim Giddens officiating. A private burial will take place in Greenwich section of Bonaventure Cemetery at a later date.
Kathy and Tommy sorry for your loss. Praying for your family.
- o c welch iii, savannah, ga
My heart goes out to you Tommy and Kathy for the loss of your mother. I have known all of you all of my life. My mother Kitty was heartbroken to hear the news. Prayers to all of you. It has been a long journey.
- Diane Rousakis Biggs, Savannah, GA
So sorry to hear about Aunt Betty. Tommy and Kathy you are in my thoughts and prayers.
- Kathy Clarke Redding, Savannah , Ga
Tommy and Kathy, Carolyn and I were sorry to see that Betty has passed away. She was a sweet heart. Prayers to you all!
- Bob White, Greensboro , Ga
Mrs ryle was one my favorite people ,I know she is at peace ,she will be remembered by many . God bless her and her entire family.she will be missed.
- Mike cohen, Sav, Ga
Curtis-- Have tried to call you but wrong number. Am so sad about Bette, she was lovely. Hope I get a chance to talk to you. You know that I love and appreciate you Willene cobb
- willene cobb, savannah, CHATHAM
We love you so much Mrs. Bette!!! To know you is to absolutely adore you!!! We miss you dearly!!! Kathy and Tommy we love you all so much and we are always here! Love always, Danielle and DeShay.
- Abundance Care Team, Savannah , Ga
Curtis and Bette were our neighbors on Woodard Lane for almost 20 years. They watched our children grow up and were just lovely neighbors. We loved them and missed them when they moved. Our prayers are with you and we send our condolences.
- Samantha Lambert, Savannah, GA
So heartbroken to hear of Bette's passing. She and I had such great times in Savannah Real Estate. So many days of laughter and pure fun! My prayers go out to Curtis, Kathy, Tommy and their families. With love, Jane
- Page Middleton writing for my mother Jane Pinckney, Roswell, Ga
So very sorry to hear of Bette’s passing. She was a wonderful dear lady. So very sorry we missed her funeral. Our thoughts and prayers for you all.
- Judy & Patrick Green, Savannah, GA
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
- Funeral Service
- 2:00 PM on Wed, July 06, 2022
- Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
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7200 Hodgson Memorial Drive (map)
Savannah GA 31406 - 912-352-7200
