Background
Powell, Betty Jean was born on September 7, 1926 in Orlando, Florida, United States. Daughter of Eldon Hadley and Maude (Ray) Smith.
Powell, Betty Jean was born on September 7, 1926 in Orlando, Florida, United States. Daughter of Eldon Hadley and Maude (Ray) Smith.
Bachelor of Science, University Tennessee, Chattanooga, 1947. Master of Arts, Peabody College, 1955.
Teacher, Hamilton County Schools, Chattanooga, 1947-1953; associate professor biology, Louisiana College, Pineville, 1953-1955; teacher, San Angelo (Texas) Indiana School District, 1955-1976; kennel owner, Soddy-Daisy, Tennessee, since 1978. Editor newsletter.
Organist Lake Vista United Methodist Church, Chattanooga, since 1988. Choir director Lake View Christian Church, San Angelo, 1958-1976. Member American Association of University Women (treasurer Chattanooga branch 1990-1992).
Married Paul Powell, May 24, 1980 (divorced November 1984).