Betty B. Wiseman passed away at the age of 89 on September 29, 2023, in Fishersville, Virginia. She was born on March 14,
1934, in Dayton, Virginia to the late Herring Thomas Breeden and VirginiaAnn Almarode Breeden.
Betty dedicated four decades of her life as a psychological aide at Western State Hospital where she touched the lives of many
patients and coworkers alike. She approached her career with empathy and kindness, leaving a lasting impact on all who had
the privilege of knowing her.
Outside of work, Betty enjoyed various hobbies and interests that brought joy to her life. She was an avid bingo player and took
great pleasure in competing with friends and fellow players. As a member of the Moose Lodge, Betty cherished the sense of
community it provided.Always up for some friendly competition, she loved to bowl. Additionally, Betty was a loyal supporter
of the Staunton Braves baseball team and never missed an opportunity to cheer them on. One of her favorite pastimes was
fishing; she found solace in being surrounded by nature while casting a line into calm waters.
Left to cherish her memory are her sons Carlton Eugene Wiseman and his wife Sandra, and Gary Wayne Breeden; her beloved
sister Shirley Jean Breeden Irwin, her brother Kenneth Lee Breeden; her grandchildren, Jennifer Jackson, April Whitaker,
Stormie Wiseman, Misti Wiseman, and Jason Wiseman; special great-grandson Issac Wiseman and several great-grandchildren
and great-great-grandchildren; and Clarence C. Wiseman, father of her children.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by a son, Clarence "Mike" Michael Wiseman, and a grandson, Carl Eugene
Wiseman.
Avisitation to honor and celebrate Betty's life will be held from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM, Thursday, October 5, 2023, at Henry
Funeral Home.
Afuneral service will be held at 2:00 PM, Friday, October 6, 2023 in the Henry Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at
Arbor Hill Church of the Brethren Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be Eugene Woolridge, Russell Woolridge, Jr., Kevin Reid, Mike Botkin, Ricky Woolridge, David Turner, Mike
Woolridge, and Stevie Huffman.
Betty will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing her. Her compassionate spirit, dedication to others, and
joyful presence will forever remain in our hearts.
Henry Funeral Home