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Betty J. Courtway (1929 – 2016)

CONWAY, Ark. (February 8, 2016) – The Hendrix College community is saddened by the loss of Betty J. Courtway.

Active in athletics, community service, and education, she was the wife of longtime Hendrix administrator and coach Bob Courtway.

This fall, she was honored by the Hendrix College Sports Hall of Honor for her meritorious service to the Hendrix community. She helped her husband run more than 180 swim meets, including 20 AIC championships and an NAIA championship, and she helped AAU Junior Olympic, high school and other swim meets throughout the state. Courtway also taught tennis lessons. During holidays and breaks, Courtway would open up her home near the College, providing meals for students who were still on campus.

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