J C Bettis, age 69, of Magnet Cove, died unexpectedly at his home on Sunday afternoon, June 3, 2007. He was born in Aly, Arkansas on October 25, 1937 to the late Willis P. and Mella Basham Bettis. Living in Magnet Cove for most of his life, Mr. Bettis was a carpenter. He retired at the age of 65 after having worked for Wayne Neighbors Construction for 25 years. In his spare time, he enjoyed going hunting.

He is survived by his son and daughter-in-law Jimmy and Joy Bettis of Magnet Cove; by two daughters and sons-in-law, Vickie and Danny Files of Magnet Cove, and Tina and Tony Dodwell of Hot Springs; by four grandchildren, Caleb and Jessica Bettis, and Chad (Terri) and Krissie Files; and by two great-grandchildren, Andrew and Laura Grace Files.

J C was also preceded in death by a brother and a sister, Paul Bettis and Bobbie Jean McDermott.

A graveside service will be held on Wednesday morning, June 6, 2007 at ten o'clock, in the Magnet Cove Cemetery with Brother Stacy Sanders officiating.Pallbearers are Dennis and Darrell Williams, Mark Wallis, Lee Lisenbey, Caleb Bettis, and Chad Files.

The family will receive friends on Tuesday evening, June 5, 2007, from six until eight o'clock at the J. A. Funk Funeral Home.

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