Betty Joyce Wilson, age 93, of Cape Girardeau, Missouri, passed away on Monday, September 14, 2026, in Cape Girardeau.

Betty was born on April 15, 1933, in Portageville, Missouri, to the late Olene Underwood Downing and Clayborn Downing.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Joe Dale Wilson; her son, Wade Wilson; her daughter, Gina Wilson Reid; her sisters, JoAnn Marlar and Bobbie Clark; her granddaughter, DeAnna Treu; and her daughter-in-law, DeeDee Wilson.

Betty was united in marriage to Joe Dale Wilson, who preceded her in death. She enjoyed playing bridge with her group of friends, listening to music, and spending time with her family. Betty was a woman of Methodist faith whose greatest joy came from being surrounded by those she loved.

She leaves behind cherished memories with her son, Windall Wilson of Cape Girardeau, Missouri; her daughter, Patricia (Steve) Samford of St. Louis, Missouri; her stepson, Kingston (Donna) Wilson and daughter-in-law; Marian Wilson.

Betty was also blessed with a loving family that includes her grandchildren: Tami Hirsch, Jessica (Ben) Stratton, Jamie (Mickey Rodgers) Wilson, Mallory (Dan Robinson) Gibson, Macy Mills, and Andrew (BreeAnn) Wilson.

She is further survived by her great-grandchildren: Jack (Kristin) Treu, William (Amy) Hirsch, Ann Hirsch, Ray Hirsch, Lillian Stratton, Audry Stratton, Annie Stratton, Collin Stratton, Evy Gibson, Rhys Gibson, Whitley Mills, Greyon Mills, Asa Rodgers, and Ari Rodgers.

Her legacy continues through her great-great-grandchildren, Elsi Hirsch and Elden Hirsch, along with many other relatives and friends who will forever treasure her memory.

Betty will be remembered for her love of family, her enduring faith, her warm friendships, and the kindness she shared throughout her life.