Betty Elaine Cox was born January 24, 1953 in Brierfield, Alabama to the late Zeddie and Lizzie Lilly. She accepted Christ at an early age and was baptized at Carlton Hill Baptist Church. She attended school in the Bibb County School System. She met and married Terry L. Cox.

She taught Bible class, youth supervisor, supervised two youth trips to Six Flags over Georgia. She worked at Hardee's until she became unable to work. She was a devoted Wife and Loving mother, Grandmother and Friend. Betty is remembered by her family and many friends for her embracing love for her kids, spending time with family and friends. And also have a strong appreciation for the word of God and her church. Betty of a faithful woman of God, who ministered the word of God.

She was preceded in death by her parents, 3 brothers; Zeddie Lilly Jr, Arthur Daniel Lilly, and Robert B Lilly, Sisters; Rubye carter, Annie Fuller. Let to mourn her passing is her faithful and devoted husband Terry Cox, Sr. her loving son's, Standley, Keith, and Terry Jr. Daughter; Bridgett, Grandchildren; Jaylen Thicklin, Kenya Gaiters, Kevonte Gaiters. She is survived by two uncles, Hammett Lilly, John Lilly and one aunt, Earline Lilly. And also Sisters, Bernice Carter, Elizabeth Hill, Louise Cobb, Brothers; Charles Lilly, John Lilly, Larry Lilly, and a host of nieces, nephews, family and friends.