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Betty Sue Honeycutt, formerly of Wilson Street in Eden, NC, passed away on Tuesday, March 19, 2024 at Spring Arbor Cottage in Greensboro.

A funeral service will be held at 1:00 pm on Monday, March 25, 2024, at First Baptist Church in Eden, with burial to follow at Ridgeview Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service, from noon to 1:00 pm, at First Baptist Church.

Sue, a native of Drexel, NC, was born on September 7, 1929, to the late Charles Guy Berry and Eunice Goodnight Berry. She graduated from Appalachian State University with a B.S. Degree, and later earned a Master’s Degree in Education from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. Over the span of 27 years, she held teaching positions in Eden, including Burton Grove, Leaksville Graded, and Central Elementary Schools. Additionally, she served as Elementary School Supervisor for six years in the Eden City School System. Sue retired in 1988 with 33 years of educational service.

Sue was a former member of the Jr. Woman’s Club and Eden Woman’s Club, and she dedicated her time volunteering for Meals on Wheels. She was a loyal member of various organizations, including Alpha Delta Kappa, an International Honor Society for Women Educators, as well as the Rockingham County Retired School Personnel and the Thursday Study Club. She was a devoted member of the First Baptist Church for 70 years, participating in the Word of Life Sunday School Class and the Jesse Grogan Missions Group.

Sue was preceded in death by her husband, J.C., who passed away on December 4, 1997, after 47 years of marriage. She is survived by her sons, Bob of Greensboro, and Eric of Wake Forest, her daughters, Elaine Rector (Bruce) of Meadows of Dan, VA, and Dr. Nancy Honeycutt of Saxapahaw. Sue is also survived by eight grandchildren, Brian Rector (Becky), Caroline Altman (Derek), Kate Clark (Chad), Jake Honeycutt, Luke Honeycutt, Nick Honeycutt, Madelyne Honeycutt, and Elizabeth Yates as well as eight great-grandchildren.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to First Baptist Church of Eden, 533 Greenwood St, Eden, NC 27288.

Online condolences may be left for the family at www.fairfuneralhome.com.

I am so heartbroken for the loss of such a sweet and loving lady, she was such a great friend to me. I loved her so much and will always cherish the memories her and I made over the short 3 years I knew her. Will see you again Sue. She was like a mother to me and I will always be grateful of her love for me.

So sorry Elaine to hear of Mrs. Honeycutt's passing. You are in our heart and prayers.

Prayers for the family 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

To Elaine, Bobby, Eric, and Nancy:

I just read your mother's well-written and touching obituary. Our school system and our entire hometown have always loved your beautiful, talented mother. I don't think I have ever heard a single former student say they didn't adore her. Sue and I had so many activities in common that cemented our friendship over the years. The best of all of them was being the English teacher to all four of you. She and I enjoyed  activities such as Alpha Delta Kappa, Junior Woman's Club, Woman's Club, and Thursday Study Club...and all the sporting events that brought all of us together . John and I  treasure the friendship we had with both of your parents. We love each of you and are thankful for our relationships enriched through friendship and good times. I grieve with you for the loss of one so dear to our hearts. May the smile on Sue's beautiful picture posted on this obituary remain in your hearts forever. Such a dear friend will live in my memory with a thankful heart for having known her.

What a legacy she leaves behind for all of us.

Elaine and Family,  My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.  

I'm so sorry for your loss. You are all in my prayers.

Danny Miller

a friend

My third grade teacher at Burton Grove Elementary. Mrs. Honeycutt was a fine teacher and person; one of many educators who impacted my life, including Mr. Honeucutt at MHS. Condolences to the family and thanks for sharing them with us.

I am so sorry for the loss of Mrs Honeycutt. She was my second grade teacher at  Burton Grove.  She was my favorite teacher in all my school years.

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My condolences to everyone.  Mrs. Honeycutt was my 3rd grade teacher.  I always remember and appreciate her.  One thing she did that means a lot to me now, is that she had us read from the Bible everyday in class.  I still remember that from way back in 1980 at Central Elementary.

My deepest condolences to the family of Mrs. Sue Honeycutt. She was a very special lady.  Thank you for caring for your students at Central Elementary School when you were there.  

Dear Elaine, Bobby, Eric, and Nancy:

Remembering you all in this difficult time! I will always have good memories of Betty "Sue" Honeycutt she lived a good life and cared about helping other people achieve their dreams and goals in life. Eric, I will always remember the great times we had in our "Youth Group" at "First Baptist Church" especially when we played the hand bells. Your drum playing in high school was "Awesome" one of the best. 
May God give you Comfort, Peace, Strength, as time goes on.

Bobby I'm sorry to read about your mama. Hope time will heal your pain and may God Bless You in the days to come and always! Sheryl Wade Gentry

My condolences to the family. Mrs. Honeycutt was my third grade teacher at Leaksville Graded and one of my favorite teachers of all time. She was always so seeet and kind. Truly loved her.