Betty Lewis

Cumbee

In Loving Memory of Betty Lewis Cumbee 

April 19, 1956 – November 9, 2026 

Betty Lewis Cumbee, age 70, passed away on November 9, 2026, in Sumter, South Carolina.

 Born on April 19, 1956, in Charleston, South Carolina, Betty was the daughter of the late Ivan L. Lewis and Ione Fowler Lewis. She grew up in Hanahan, South Carolina, and spent a good portion of her adult life in Moncks Corner, South Carolina.

 Betty was a devoted Christian whose faith was an important part of her everyday life. She began each morning reading her Bible, finding comfort and strength in her relationship with God.

 Betty was a caring and compassionate woman who always worried about others. She was also a very creative person with an appreciation for beautiful things. Her favorite color was emerald green, and she had a special love for diamonds and jewelry. She enjoyed shopping for jewelry, clothes, and shoes and could always appreciate finding a good sale. Betty also loved reading, especially mystery novels, and worked as a librarian for a time, a job she truly enjoyed.

Growing up, Betty was affectionately nicknamed "Betty Boop." Her love for the beloved character continued throughout her life, and she collected many Betty Boop treasures. It was a special part of her personality and a reminder of the little things that brought her joy.

 Betty shared 38 years of marriage with her beloved husband, Calvin Cumbee, who survives her.

 She leaves behind her loving family, including her children, Stuart Smith, married to Angela Fischetti, and Elizabeth Bethea Shoener, married to Michael Shoener. She was a proud grandmother to Raigan Fischetti, Jessica Draluck (Jake), Jason Shoener, Nyah Azumi Shoener, and Sasuke Shoener.

 She was preceded in death by her beloved granddaughter, Charlise Fischetti.

 Betty was the middle child of five sisters. She is survived by her four sisters: Ethel Croft (George), Jenny Owens (Don), Fowler Jean Berry (Daniel), and Karrie Pearson (Jay). She was preceded in death by her parents, Ivan L. Lewis and Ione Fowler Lewis.

 As arranged by her family, she will be cremated through Palmetto Cremation Society in Columbia, South Carolina. Her remains will be returned to her beloved husband, Calvin Cumbee.

 A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date, after the holidays. Details will be shared with family and friends once arrangements have been finalized.

 Betty will be remembered for her caring heart, creativity, love of family, faith, and all the little things that made her uniquely herself. Her memory will live on in the hearts of those who loved her.