Betty H. Mann, 86, of Charlottesville Va. passed away unexpectedly but peacefully at her residence on May 25, 2024.

Betty was born on September 30, 1937, in Fluvanna County to the late Walter Scott & Virginia Lee Haney. She was preceded in death by a beloved brother, Walter Lee Haney, with whom she is now joyfully reunited.

She is survived by her three children, Kevin Mann (Leslie) of Charlottesville, Va., Karen Snyder of Rocky Mount, Va., and Keith Mann (Faith) of Keswick, Va.  She is also survived by her brothers, David Haney of Fluvanna Va., Ritchie Haney of Richmond Va., and Kenny Haney of Axton, Va.; her sister, Phyllis Holt (Dave) of Bloomfield, Ind.; her beloved grandchildren: Kasey Schoepflin (Gabriel), Eric Snyder, Landon Mann, Cameron Snyder, Jenna Mann, Megan Mann, Ryan Mann, Laci Mann, and Brittney Wyland; three great-grandchildren; along with many cousins, nieces, nephews, sisters-in-law, and extended family whom she loved dearly.

Betty’s early years were spent living the simple country life, growing up playing outside and joining in on her brother’s baseball games, where she developed her competitive spirit and love of sports. She was also a pretty girl and was named Homecoming Queen of Fluvanna High School. After graduating, Betty began a long career as a bank teller in Charlottesville, where she worked for 40 years; almost all of it at the same branch location. After retiring from banking, she assisted her son in his insurance agency, continuing to work right up until her recent passing.

There is no doubt, however, that her true calling in life was as a mother and grandmother. This is truly what God put her on earth to do and she wanted nothing more out of life. Her love for her children and grandchildren was unconditional and everlasting, and she willingly sacrificed to provide for and nurture them. To say that she put the needs of others ahead of her own is an understatement and to grow up in this loving environment was a blessing.

Her home was her happy place, and she took great pride in keeping it spotless and welcoming her next guest, whether it be family or friend. She also found great joy in spending time with her large extended family and lived for the next holiday, graduation, sports event, or just a simple get together. She also lived for UVA sports and cheered on and “coached” them to many a victory over the years.

She will be remembered as a true friend to many as her kind, thoughtful and giving nature made for easy lifelong relationships. It is a testament to a life well lived that many call her their best friend.

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