Elizabeth Dabney Birchett
October 16, 1952 – September 16, 2020
BIRCHETT, Elizabeth “Betsy” Dabney, of Midlothian, passed away on September 16, 2020 at the age of 67. Betsy was born on October 16, 1952 in Richmond, Virginia to C. Elizabeth Dabney and Wirt Henry Dabney. Betsy was preceded in death by her parents and brother, David Dabney. She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Courtney and S.G. Lawson; grandchildren, Gates and Cabell Lawson; brother, John G. Dabney; nephews, Michael Dabney (Joyce) and Patrick Dabney; also aunts (June and Diane), several cousins, and close friends.
Betsy graduated from Huguenot High School in 1970 and attended East Carolina University. Betsy worked for SunTrust Bank and later retired from Virginia Retirement System. She enjoyed trips to the beach and spending time with her family and friends.
A memorial service will be held at 11 am on Monday, October 5th at Sunset Memorial Park in Chester, Virginia. Social distancing and appropriate face coverings requested for all in attendance.
My heartfelt condolences to the family. Betsy was a co-worker here at VRS. We shared many conversations about many things; from work to family. I considered her a friend and am sorry to hear of her passing. She was a wonderful person to have here as a co-worker.
My condolences to the family. She spoke lovingly of her daughter and grandchild many times.
Betsy was an encourager at VRS. She wore many hats was always so loyal and hard working. Praying for peace and comfort for you all.
So sorry to hear of Betsy’s passing. She was always a delight to work with. My sincere condolences and prayers to Courtney and the family.
So sorry to hear about Betsy. I enjoyed working with her at VRS for many years. She always spoke so proudly of her daughter Courtney. She was a valued member of the Operations Department at VRS and I have many fond memories of her. My thoughts and prayers are with Courtney and the family..
I am so sorry to hear about Betsy’s passing. We were friends and co-workers at VRS, she always brightened my day and made me smile. I loved hearing her stories of her family and her Puppies. She was a good friend and always listened to my stories too. Praying for Betsy’s family.
My deepest sympathies to Betsy’s family. My prayers are with all of you.
I had the pleasure of working with Betsy for my first ten years at the VRS and saw in her a thoughtful, kind and considerate person whom I will miss. My condolences to all her friends and family. She will be missed.
I’m so sorry for your loss. I worked with Betsy for many years at VRS. Whenever I talked to her I always felt like she was a great listener and had a warm heart. She really cared about everyone and it genuinely showed. She would talk lovingly about Courtney often. My deepest sympathies to your family. She will definitely be missed and remembered fondly for many years to come.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in your time of grief. May the love of family, friends and special memories
bring you comfort.
Betsy was a wonderful neighbor! I will miss our talks at the end of the driveway!
I felt as though I knew her grandchildren as we shared our stories. My sympathy
for all of her beloved family.