Betty Jo (Kindley) Rinehardt, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 20, 2025, in Summerville, South Carolina. Born on October 2, 1936, Betty lived a full life, known for her boundless love for family and her unwavering faith.

Betty Jo graduated from Hartsell High School in 1954, where she was a cheerleader, letter girl, and a proud member of the choral society. Her early career began as a dental assistant, after which she attended business school focusing on insurance. She held various positions throughout her working life, including supervisor with Shannon Mills, manager of Michael's recycle bookstore, and a representative for Avon.

A devoted member of Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church in North Carolina before relocating to Summerville, she joined Summerville Baptist Church in 1972. Throughout her life, she loved the Lord deeply, cherishing her favorite verse, John 3:16. Betty’s commitment to her faith was evident in her work with preschoolers and Acteens until her health began to decline.

Betty was a creative soul who found joy in many hobbies and interests. Later in life, she dedicated herself to her home, taking great pleasure in flower and vegetable gardening, canning, cooking, and music. Additionally, she enjoyed ceramics, sewing, knitting, quilting, and crocheting. An avid reader, she fostered a love for learning and sharing stories with others.

She is survived by her only child, Robin (Alan) Woodward of Cope, South Carolina; her cherished grandchildren, Alana Woodward of Conyers, Georgia, Katherine Woodward of Iwakuni, Japan, and Joseph Woodward of Aiken, South Carolina; as well as her great-grandson, C.J. Woodward. Her sister, Louise Moss of Concord, North Carolina, along with a number of nieces and nephews, also carry on her legacy.

Betty Jo Rinehardt was preceded in death by her parents, Rev. Edward Kindley and Pearl Lewis Kindley; her beloved husband of 66 years, Lewis Howard Rinehardt, who passed away in 2022; and six siblings.

Memorials may be made to Summerville Baptist Church Preschool at 417 Central Ave, Summerville, SC 29483 or to Canaan Baptist Church Cemetery Fund at 4977 Cannon Bridge Road Cope, S.C. 29038.

She leaves behind a legacy of love, faith, and dedication to her family that will be remembered by all who knew her. Betty Jo will be greatly missed, her memory cherished by those fortunate enough to have called her family or friend.