Betty Jean Goines
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Betty Jean Goines, 85, passed away peacefully to her heavenly home on March 3, 2021 after a series of illnesses. Betty Goines was born in Frederick, MD on August 20, 1935 and she was the daughter of the late Otis and Mildred Bell. Betty was preceded in death by her husband, George Goines, who passed away on June 19, 1993.
"Betty Jean", as she was effectively known, was so loved by so many in Frederick for her sweet spirit and her infectious laugh. Everyone that she met, in any situation in her life, always fell in love with her. She was loved very deeply by her family and friends.
Betty Jean was a devoted member of Asbury United Methodist Church where she served in many areas of service including, the Usher board, the United Methodist Women, and the Golden Connection. She also enjoyed participating in plays and she was an original member of the Souls on Fire Gospel Choir, where she sang with them and other choirs in the church for over 30 years. She was truly a God-fearing woman who always made her church participation a high priority in her life. Betty Jean also served as a member of the Madam C.J. Walker Temple #509 where she faithfully served for over 62 years in various positions. She was a graduate of Lincoln High School and was employed as a Supervisor at the Maryland School for the Deaf for over 30 years until her retirement.
Betty leaves to cherish her memory, one Daughter, Yolanda Goines and one son, Kevin Goines, both of Frederick MD. Five grandchildren, whom she helped raise, Kierion Goines, Brison Goines, Mariya Goines, Kaiden Goines and Braxton Goines, all of Frederick, MD; her aunt, Anita Neal of Rockville, MD; one stepsister, Shirley Blango of Philadelphia, PA; many loving cousins, nieces and nephews including, devoted nieces, Gretchen Stanton of Upper Marlboro, MD and Wendy Whiten of Frederick, MD; one Goddaughter, Lisa Rollins of Frederick, MD and devoted friend Ann Oram. She will also be remembered by many friends from Asbury United Methodist Church and throughout the Frederick community.
Betty Jean was preceded in death by her sisters, Catherine "Kakie" Bell and Barbara Ann Stewart both of Frederick; and one brother, Herbert Bell of Frederick, MD.
The family will hold a public a public viewing on Thursday, March 11, 2021 from 6pm-8pm at Gary L. Rollins Funeral Home, 110 W. South St, Frederick, MD 21701. Due to Covid-19 concerns, a private funeral will be held for the family on Friday, March 12, 2021. It can be viewed via live stream at 11 am by going to garylrollinsfuneralhome.com. Interment services will be held at Resthaven Memorial Gardens.