Bessie "Betty" Compton

Bessie “Betty” E. Compton, 77, of Rock, WV, passed away on Saturday, January 9, 2021 at GlenWood Park Retirement Village.

Born on May 2, 1943 in Giatto, WV, she was a daughter of the late Clarence and Geneva Pennington. She was educated in the Montcalm area and was a lifelong resident of Mercer County. She was a lifelong resident of Mercer County and was a retired cook from K&K Cafeteria.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Fred “Ray” Compton and two daughters, Betsy Kelly and Patricia Riggs; 5 sisters and 1 brother. Mrs. Compton was a devoted mother, grandmother and great grandmother and sister. She loved cooking and spending time with her family.

She will be truly missed by the ones who lift to cherish her memory, Delores (Johnny) Smith of Lashmeet Donna Compton of Montcalm, and Jackie Compton (Richard Ellison) of Kegley; brother, Gene Pennington, Lonnie (Loretta) Pennington of Montcalm, sister Joy (James “Boe”) Stiltner of Bluefield, 7 grandchildren; and 15 great grandchildren.

Memorial services will be held on Wednesday, January 13, 2021 at 3:00 PM at the Cravens-Shires Funeral Home in Bluewell with Pastor Gary Raulerson officiating. Following services, the family honor Betty’s wishes and she will be cremated.

Friends may call on Wednesday, prior to services, from 2:00-3:00 PM at the funeral home.

Online condolences will be accepted at www.cravens-shires.com. Cravens-Shires Funeral Home in Bluewell is serving the Compton family.