Betty Autry Darroch

Betty Darroch, 86, passed away peacefully at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center on February 8, 2026 surrounded by the love of her family.

Betty was born on January 6, 1940, in Bunnlevel, to the late Archie Arnold Autry and Lucille Temple Autry. She was preceded in death by loved ones who welcomed her home with open arms. Preceded in death by her husband of 59 years, Laudie Welch Darroch, sibling, Dorothy Dollar, children, Archie Daniel Darroch, Debbie Darroch, and two grandchildren, Tommy Bradshaw and Katie Jo Darroch.

Betty was a devoted mother and grandmother who treasured her family deeply. She is survived by her children, John Darroch, Susan Darroch, Henry (Hank) Darroch and wife Kristey, and daughter-in-love, Fran Darroch; grandchildren, Archie Daniel Darroch Jr., Amy Leitner and husband Cody, Matthew Darroch, Debbie Darroch and husband David Francisco, Ashley Lawson and husband Connor; siblings, Jimmy Autry and wife Scarlett Autry; Betty also shared a special bond with close friends and family including Mona Thomas, Beverly Gregory, and James Dollar, whose love and friendship meant so much to her.

Betty's faith was the central grounding point of her life. Betty was a devoted member of Flat Branch Church, where she found great joy in teaching Sunday school for many years. She also gave her time and heart to the ARC of Harnett County. She was always looking for ways to serve others in her church family and in the community she was born and raised in. At home, she found peace in simple pleasures—gardening, reading, and sewing—each done with care and patience, much like the way she lived her life. Throughout her life, Betty embodied kindness, humility, and generosity. She was loving and hardworking, persevering through life’s challenges with quiet strength and resilience that inspired everyone around her.

Betty Darroch will be remembered as a kind, humble, and loving woman whose strength was gentle and quiet, yet unwavering. Her life was a beautiful example of grace, faith, and quiet generosity, and she will be dearly missed by all who were blessed to know her.

In lieu of flowers, Betty requested that memorial contributions be made to the ARC of Harnett County, P.O. Box 493, Coats, NC 27521, or to call to see how you can become a volunteer 910-890-1454.

There will be a Celebration of Life honoring Betty on Friday, February 13, 2026 beginning at 3:00pm in the fellowship hall at Flat Branch Covenant Presbyterian Church, Bunnlevel. To be officiated by Ronny Holmes, a long time friend of Betty. A reception for family and friends will immediately follow. Betty will be laid to rest in the church cemetery following the service.