Betty "Carolyn" Spiers Blalock, age 76, of Liberty, Mississippi, passed away at Mississippi Baptist Medical Center, Saturday, December 17, 2022, with devoted family by her side.

Carolyn was born on February 9, 1946, in McNeill, Mississippi, to the late Debtrell Talmage Spiers and the late Irona Magnolia Seal Spiers. She was preceded in death by her parents and her brother, Dale Spiers.

She leaves behind her loving husband of 56 years, Merrill L. Blalock of Liberty, Mississippi; one son, Eldon (Marissa) Blalock; three daughters, Rona (Richie) Culotta, Noralyn (Tim) Perkins, and Jocelyn (Chris) Hollis; 17 grandchildren- Kaileigh, Kelsey, Cameron, Loryn, Colby, Caden, Daniel, Cory, Micheal, Haven, Tanner, Jason, Jansyn, Laney, Maryn, Cannon, and Patrick; six great grandchildren- Anna Grace, Brighton, Allie, Stone, Everleigh, Liam, and Carson; and two great granddaughters on the way- Brystol and Saylor. She also leaves behind 2 brothers, Terry Spiers and Gene Spiers as well as numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Carolyn completed degrees from Pearl River Junior College and the University of Southern Mississippi. She was a school teacher by profession and taught for nearly forty years. She was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints where she served in many capacities. Beginning at the early age of 9, she served as the church pianist and continued to serve in countless capacities, including seminary teacher for fourteen years, and a Sunday school and Primary teacher. She also served in the church's Young Women's Organization and Relief Society. Merrill and Carolyn and their children moved to Osaka, Japan, for three years in missionary service. She served in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, as a temple worker. She served as the church's music chairman and organist until her passing. Service was a hallmark of Carolyn's life. Her devotion to God, family, and others is her legacy. Lovingly known to her family as "Mamoo," she was often found studying the gospel of Jesus Christ. She exemplified the scripture in Matthew 6:33, "Seek ye first the kingdom of God." Though she will be missed, the knowledge that families will be together forever is a blessing and comfort to those who knew and loved her.

Visitation is Wednesday, December 21, 2022, at the Church of Latter Day Saints in Liberty, Mississippi, from 6:00 P.M. until 9:00 P.M. Also visiting Thursday Dec. 22, from 10:00 A.M. until time of funeral services at 11:00 A.M. Thursday at the church. Interment will follow in Blalock Cemetery.