Betty Urbanek

Betty Eyvonne Urbanek February 15, 1942 – June 27, 2026 Betty Eyvonne Urbanek, 84, of Sugar Land, Texas, passed away peacefully at home on June 27, 2026. Born on February 15, 1942, in Harlingen, Texas, Betty lived a life filled with love, family, and the country music she cherished from childhood through her final days. She is preceded in death by her husband, Leroy Urbanek; her parents, Carey and Laura Kellis; her brothers Robert Wayne, Bob, John, Bill, and Dean; and her sisters Ruby Nell, Peggy Sue, Bonnie, Shirley, and Carol. She is survived by her sister, Margaret Grimes. Betty leaves behind her children: Julia Urbanek; Lisa Rollins and her husband Rollo (her favorite son-in-law); and Matt Urbanek and his wife Jennifer Smith. She is also survived by her grandchildren: Jamie Urbanek and her husband Charles Farris; Kodi Rollins; and Robert Rollins and his wife Kelsey Rollins. Her great grandchildren, Annabelle Urbanek Farris and Evan Urbanek Farris, were the lights of her life and brought her immeasurable joy. Betty is also survived by her nephew, Roger Thomson, who lovingly helped care for her after Leroy’s passing. The family is forever grateful for his support, devotion, and the comfort he brought to her life. Betty was known and loved by many. Her passion for country music shaped her life in unforgettable ways. From an early age, she found comfort, excitement, and community in the world of country music. Over the years she formed countless friendships with artists and fans alike, traveling far and wide to support the musicians she adored. And if you knew Betty, you knew one truth above all: she loved Gary Morris more than life itself, a running joke in the family that was absolutely, undeniably true. She proudly ran his fan club for many years and attended as many of his shows as she could, her last one being in December 2025. When she wasn’t cheering for Gary, she was supporting her other ‘boys’: Randy Travis, Daryle Singletary, Ronnie Milsap, Moe Bandy, John Conlee and Gene Watson. Betty made friends everywhere she went, leaving her mark with her kindness, humor, and unwavering loyalty. When she wasn’t at a show, Betty was at home in Sugar Land, enjoying the quiet joys of family life. She was blessed to watch her great grandchildren grow, a gift her family will forever be grateful for. Betty’s life was full. Full of music, full of friendship, full of love. Her family and friends will remember her as someone who showed up, who cared deeply, and who lived with a heart wide open. Her legacy will continue in the stories shared, the memories cherished, and the music she loved so dearly. Expressions of sympathy and condolences may be shared with the family at Davis-Greenlawn Funeral Home. Arrangements are under the direction of Davis-Greenlawn Funeral Home, 3900 B.F. Terry Blvd. (Hwy. 59 South at FM 2218), Rosenberg, Texas 77471. Phone: (281) 341-8800.

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Betty Urbanek

February 15, 1942 - June 27, 2026