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Reverend Cornelius Betz Jr. was the oldest of five children born to Rev Cornelius Betz Sr. and Thelma Rowley on March 29, 1942. He graduated Suma Cum Laude from Southern University (BA) and Southern Methodist University (MA). Cornelius worked in several industries, as Pastor of both St. Paul Missionary B.C. and Mallalieu Immanuel UMC, Lafayette LA; a school teacher, a postal worker, a counselor, and also as an entrepreneur for multiple businesses. He leaves to cherish his memory, his sons Major Cornelius "Nippy" (Adrienne) Betz III, San Antonio TX; Michael (Janice) Betz, Temple Texas; Ryan Betz Sr. and Randal (Jonea) Betz, Baton Rouge; a sister Dr. Miriam Dahnell (Jimmy) Freeman, Virginia Beach VA; a brother Rodrick Betz, Louisiana; eight grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, plus a host of other loving relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his father Rev Cornelius Betz Sr., mother Thelma Rowley Betz, sisters Lola Hays and Gwendolyn Simms. The funeral service will be on Friday, May 19, 2017 at 9:00 am, Hall's Celebration Center, 9348 Scenic Highway, Baton Rouge, LA. Pastor A.W. Azoney, officiating. Interment Louisiana National Cemetery, Zachary, LA. Memorial donations may be made via PayPal to the email [email protected]. The family wishes to thank the dedicated staff of Affinity Nursing Home for their attentive care. Services Entrusted to Hall Davis and Son. www.hallsinc.net
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I miss the phone calls on holiday to bring his food.
patricia delone
Friend
May 7, 2019
RIP My friend, I know you are missed by family and friends but when God came for you I know you had to leave. I will keep the family and friend in my daily prayers. I know it is special being with the lord praising him. I know you are feeling the joy of being in Heaven.
Ann Kelly
Classmate
May 7, 2019
Cornelius was one of my best friends in High School. He would me laugh on some of my worst days. He was the type of person that was happy and wanted anyone around to be happy. He could take something I thought was a big problem and turn the whole thing around and me feel so much better, I wish his family the best and keep God first in their life to fill the void of his home going. I know he is with Lord and that is a comfort.
ANN KELLY
Classmate
May 10, 2018
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Betz family during these hours of sorrow. Cornelius was a classmate at Southern Lab and we have so many fond memories of him. He is now in a better place and is at peace.
Malver Baptiste Haynes
May 22, 2017
My prayers and thoughts are with the Cornelius Betz, Jr. family. Cornelius was a high school classmate of mine at Southern Lab. Memories of Cornelius go deep as I knew him to be a kind person, a pretty good athlete, and an individual with strong convictions. May his soul rest in peace.
Van
Vanue Lacour, Jr.
May 21, 2017
It can be so hard to face the first year without your loved one, but the love of family and friends can carry you through.
ANN KELLY
May 21, 2017
May God bless the family. Baby sis God will always be here.
pat delon
May 20, 2017
May God touch you with comfort and strength. May time heal your sorrow. With my deepest sympathy and prayers.
Owens Booker
May 19, 2017
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Audrey Robertson
May 19, 2017
Earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal. Nippy and Michael may God bring you comfort during your time of bereavement. Love always!
Carolyn C. West
May 18, 2017
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Flo McNabb
May 18, 2017
Dahnell, Our deepest sympathy is extended to you and your family during this most difficult time. We pray that your loving memories of Cornelius will bring you joy, and help to comfort you. May God bless and strengthen you. Love, Eunice and Columbia
Eunice Copeland-Talmore
May 18, 2017
Mr. Betz, I am so sad to hear of your passing. I will forever remember the long and funny conversations we had...you were my favorite. You made going to work and coming down your hall the highlight of my day. I will forever treasure our time. Get your rest. Praying for your family and hope they are strengthen to cope with your crossing over. Love ya always
Cynthia Smith
May 18, 2017
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Betz family. We cannot tell our family stories with out including the Betz Family and St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church( Our Family Home Church). Stories full of laughter, fun, and love. May GOD comfort your hearts and give you peace. We Love Y'all
The Family of Vivian G. Rose(Mother) Clara B. Collins(Grandmother)
May 18, 2017
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
SCOTTIE RIPPLE
May 18, 2017
With deepest sympathy to the Betz Family. "Earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot heal"
Olivet Coats O'Connor
May 17, 2017
We Miss You Already
Our Love and Prayers To Family
Affinity Nursing Facility Staff
May 17, 2017
Our deepest condolences to the Betz family.
We will love and miss you......"later"
Darell, Sr. and Ethel Letherman
May 17, 2017
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