Betty Ann Bangle Fultz, born on March 30, 1933, in Richmond, Virginia, passed away peacefully on August 20, 2025, in Virginia Beach, Virginia, at the age of 92. She was a cherished matriarch and a beloved friend to many, leaving behind a legacy of love, faith, and compassion.
Betty lived a life deeply rooted in her faith, attending Bay Lake United Methodist Church for over 50 years. Her devotion to her church community was evident through her active participation and many mission trips alongside her late husband, Paul Eugene Fultz. Together, they spread kindness and goodwill wherever they went.
Known for her generous and compassionate spirit, Betty was a beacon of warmth and kindness to all who knew her. She loved gathering with her girlfriends to play Bridge or Bunko, cherishing these moments of camaraderie and laughter. Her greatest joy, however, was found in her role as a grandmother and great-grandmother. She treasured every moment spent with her family, always providing love and guidance.
Betty was preceded in death by her parents, Gladys Thorpe and Lloyd H. Bangle, her beloved husband, Paul Eugene Fultz, and her son, David Kevin Fultz, Sr. She is survived by her four grandchildren: David Kevin Fultz, Jr. (Mashayla), Virginia Lewis (Derek), Memory Fultz, and Heather Evans, as well as her six great-grandchildren: Tristen Fultz, Adrien Fultz, Ayla Grae Fultz, Da’Kari Lewis, Da’Mari Lewis, and Victoria Cottrell, and her daughter-in-law, Madonna Fultz Rogers. Betty also maintained a close relationship with her former daughter-in-law, Mary Waskey Mattice (Bob), who was devoted to her care and well-being.
Betty will be remembered for her unwavering faith, her warmth, devotion, and strength, and for the joy she brought into the lives of those around her. Her memory will live on in the hearts of her family and friends, who will forever cherish the time they shared with her.
A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, September 13, 2025 at Bay Lake United Methodist Church located at 4300 Shore Drive, Virginia Beach, VA 23455.
“All praise to God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. God is our merciful Father and the source of all comfort. He comforts us in all our troubles so that we can comfort others. When they are troubled, we will be able to give them the same comfort God has given us.”
– 2 Corinthians 1:3-4