August 25, 1936 – October 25, 2024

Rush Springs, OK

Betty Joyce Crabb-Harris, a beacon of love and faith, passed away peacefully on October 25, 2024, in Oklahoma City, OK. Born on August 25, 1936, in Alex, OK, to the late Benjamin and Tressie (Wright) Carnes, Betty’s 88 years on earth were marked by devotion to her family, a passion for education, and an unwavering spirit of kindness.

Services will be held at 10:30 AM, Tuesday, October 29, 2024, at the Cox City Baptist Church, with Pastor Elwyn Rogers officiating. Burial will follow at the Carnes Family Cemetery. A viewing will be held Monday, October 28, 2024, at the Callaway-Smith-Cobb Funeral Home in Rush Springs from 12:00-8:30 PM.

Betty’s life was a testament to the power of love and the strength of family ties. She leaves behind her cherished husband, Randall Harris of the home, and her beloved daughters, Deborah Williams of Rush Springs, and Joyce Balzhiser with her husband John, also of Rush Springs. Betty’s legacy stretches through generations, as she was the proud grandmother to Jason Malicoat, Troy Weese, Coy Weese, Chris Barnes, Matt Barnes, Raye Shilen, Craig Crabb, Larry Crabb, Kodi Krawtzow, Kori Krawtzow, Keri Krawtzow, Jessica Ledford, Jaclyn Fox, and Lana Dakil. She was also the great-grandmother to thirty-six and great-great-grandmother to eight. Her brothers, Benjamin Carnes and his wife Mozelle, and James Carnes and his wife Gwen, along with sisters Sharon Hill and her husband Tommy, Katherine Eaton, and Mary Cantrell and husband Glen, will hold her memory dear, as will her daughter-in-law Gennifer Crabb and a whole tribe of nieces and nephews.

Betty was preceded in death by her parents, her first husband of sixty-three years Alton Crabb, her son Larry Alton Crabb, her grandchildren Kristilla, Kyle, and Kevin, and her brothers Billy Carnes, Newell Jordan, and Miles Jordan.

An accomplished educator, Betty earned a master’s degree in teaching and dedicated many years to shaping young minds as a teacher at Rush Springs Public School. Upon her retirement, she did not slow down but instead continued to engage actively with her community and indulge in her many interests. She was a proud member of the Red Hat Society and found joy in puzzles, reading, and playing games with her family. Betty’s love for adventure shone through in her love of traveling and camping, always seeking new experiences and creating lasting memories.

Described by those who knew her as loving, kind, and faith-filled, Betty’s presence was a gift to all. Her warm smile and gentle spirit will be profoundly missed, yet her influence will live on in the hearts of those she touched.