Betty Kathryn Kiser

Betty Kathryn Kiser, known as Kathy, 78, passed away on April 26, 2026. Born in Knoxville, TN, she was the daughter of the late Ruth Davis and Ray Davis (Allen Moody.) She is also preceded in death by her best friend and husband of 53 years, John Taise Kiser; daughter, Ruth Ellen; and sister, Liz Johnson. Kathy was a graduate of the University of Tennessee. She loved to do puzzles and delighted in every butterfly she saw. She was the most supportive mother, sister, grandmother, and friend, and she cherished time spent with her family. In addition to her family roles, she was also a teacher and volunteered within her community. Kathy was an extremely generous, kind, and gentle woman. Her beautiful soul will be greatly missed by her family.Kathy is survived by her son, Jamey and his wife, Sam; daughter, Liz; grandson, Judah; granddaughter, Ivah; sisters, Barbara, Ruth, and Sharon; brother-in-law, Stu; nieces, Shari, Heather, Kim, Kendra, and Mary Taylor; nephews, Matt and Robbie; and countless other family members and friends.A funeral service for Kathy will be held at the Hopewell Chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son on Saturday, May 2, 2026, at 12:00pm, with interment at Merchants Hope Memorial Gardens to immediately follow. The family will accept friends one hour prior to the service, at 11:00am.