OKEECHOBEE - Betty Center-Newell died Dec. 25, 2016. She was born July 13, 1938 in Douglas, Ga., to Walter Lee and Carolyn (Carver) Sapp. A resident of Okeechobee since 1978, she knew no stranger and was known as a sweet and generous woman. She enjoyed sewing. Ms. Center-Newell was preceded in death by her husband, Timothy Center, Sr. She is survived by her sons, Timothy Center, Jr. (Jackie) and Terry Center (Carla), all of Okeechobee; daughter, Leigh Anne Aguirre (Jeremiah), of Ringgold, Ga.; seven grandchildren; and two sisters, Shirley and Ruth. No services will be held at this time. Those wishing to leave a message of condolence may sign the register book at, www.OkeechobeeFuneralHome.com All arrangements are entrusted to the direction and care of the Buxton & Bass Okeechobee Funeral Home, 400 North Parrott Avenue, Okeechobee, FL 34972.