Betty Jean Wolfrey, 84, of Stafford County, passed away Sunday, September 9, 2012 at her home.
Mrs. Wolfrey was a member of Falmouth Baptist Church, proudly baptized at the age of 70. She was born August 17, 1928 in Somerset, PA. After her marriage, she moved to Oklahoma for a short time. Later she lived in Spotsylvania, and then helped her husband build their final home in Stafford. Mrs. Wolfrey lived happily at her home in Falmouth and enjoyed gardening, canning, and providing home cooked meals for her family and friends. Everyone loved her fried chicken and homemade potato salad. Mrs. Wolfrey was an active den mother, helped with the boy scouts and was Jaycee “mom of the year.” She was actively involved in the Soap Box Derby for a number of years watching her children and grandchildren race. Mrs. Wolfrey loved collecting. Her collections include over 5,000 coffee mugs, stuffed animals, snow globes, baseball caps, bells, miniature pitchers and roosters.
Survivors include her son David Kelly Woolfrey Jr. and wife Carol; daughters Bridget Jean Wilkins and husband Kevin and Belinda Ann Boggs and husband Chris; sister Patty L. Rumsey; grandchildren Matthew and Chris Durney, Madeline Bonilla, Victoria Bowman, David K. Woolfrey III and Sarah K. Boggs; nine great-grandchildren; three nieces; and one nephew. She was preceded in death by her husband, David Kelly Wolfrey Sr.; her parents; one brother; two sisters; and one great-grandchild Kelly Mack Bowman.
The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m., Friday, September 14 at Covenant Funeral Service, Fredericksburg.
A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, September 15 at Falmouth Baptist Church. Interment will follow at a later date in Arlington National Cemetery.
I wasnt sure what to say when i heard of Bettys passing on one hand she will be missed dearly and i have quite a few very fond memories of her. On the other she is free of pain and suffering and in our lords hands which is quite a better place to be. Sending Love and hugs to all the family and dear Betty i will see you again in heaven. RIP
So sorry about your mom’s passing. I know she is in paradise. I know about the sadness that you all are experiencing. My mother passed away 16 yrs ago this month and I still miss her dearly. I will join you in the celebration of your mom’s life. She was truly an amazing woman. I can still hear her beautiful, calm voice and see her bright eyes. I remember the delicious pork and cabbage that she served for dinner. She was such a great cook! Love to you all. You are in my prayers.
David, Bridget and Belinda, We are so sorry for the loss of your mom. We have known your family for many years. Our dads rode together to work at FMC. I actually remember you
guys from school and the fact we lived just minutes from each other. I think mom told me that we were distantly related somehow but I have never fully understood that. Hold on to the wonderful memories of your parents and carry them close to your heart. It’s never an easy thing to get over, but you just keep telling yourself that they are no longer suffering and they are in a much better place. The best part is now your mom and dad are back together which is usually a happy thought. Take care.
Sincerely, Linda Gillispie and Roland Snellings
Dear Bridget, I’m sorry for your loss. I know your mom is now in peace. My prayers are with you and your family. All my love, and take care. Cindy Ivester