Bettye Kathleen Stevens
1/13/1943 - 12/15/2024

Bettye Kathleen “Kathy” Stevens, age 81, of Kerrville, TX, passed away peacefully at Grand Living at Tuscan Lakes in League City, TX, after a lengthy illness on December 15, 2024.

Born to John Clayton Milton and Myra Bettye Milton on January 13, 1943, in Center Point, Texas. Kathy was a graduate of Center Point High School. She went on to earn a Bachelor of Science degree in Education from Texas Christian University (TCU) on May 27, 1964, attending on an academic scholarship. Kathy had a profound passion for education and dedicated over 40 years to shaping young minds as a teacher.

She was beloved by her colleagues, students and the community.

On July 10, 1965, she married Chester Clinton Stevens also of Center Point. Together they celebrated 59 years of marriage, building a life filled with love, faith and cherished memories.

Bettye is survived by her husband, Chester; her two children, Greg Stevens and wife Brenda, and Clint Stevens; her cherished grandchildren, Tevin Stevens, Avery Stevens and Breeana Stevens; and many nieces, nephews and dear friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents, John Clayton Milton and Myra Bettye Milton; her siblings, David Milton, Phillip Milton and Beverly Dye; and her grandson, Weston Chet Stevens.

The family wishes to express their gratitude to the staff at Grand Living at Tuscan Lakes for their compassionate care and support during Kathy’s illness.

Visitation will be held from 2-4 PM Saturday, January 11, 2025, at Grimes Funeral Chapels.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Hill Country Youth Ranch in Ingram, TX in Bettye’s honor.

Kathy was deeply loved and will forever be remembered for her unwavering devotion to her family, her commitment to education and her strong spirit.

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