Elizabeth Joe (Ridings) Little, age 67 of Maryville, TN, went home to be with the Lord January 17, 2021. She was a devoted, God-fearing wife to the love of her life Rev. Jerry L. Little, Sr. for 52 years. She is preceded in death by her father, Clifford A. Ridings; mother, Gladys M. Ridings; and brother, John A. Ridings. She is survived by her daughters; Becky McBrayer, Melissa Little, son Lynn Little, and daughter-in-law Lisa Little. She is also survived by special brother-in-law, Douglas Little; nine loving grandchildren; fifteen great-grandchildren; two nieces; and two nephews who reside in California. Betty deeply and sincerely loved her family at Knob Road Missionary Baptist Church.
She traveled thousands of miles with her husband, Jerry, sharing the good news of Jesus Christ, her eternal Savior. Along her journey she came to know so many people who she loved. She will be missed greatly by all her family and friends. Her husband, Jerry, and grandson, Marcus, will officiate the services. The funeral will be held at Knob Road Baptist Church, 2021 Knob Road, Maryville, TN 37803, on Wednesday Jan. 20. Receiving friends will be from 5-7, service will follow. Graveside service will be held 12: 00 PM Jan. 21, 2021 at Morganton Cemetery. Her grandson's will be pallbearers.  Arrangements by Miller Funeral Home, Maryville (865) 982-6041, www.millerfuneralhome.org