Bettye Payne Bailey, age 73, of Chatham VA, passed away on September 21, 2020 at Sovah Health Danville. Mrs. Bailey was born on September 14, 1947, to the late James A. Payne and the late Rebecca G. Payne. She was a member of Salem Church of Christ, where she served in various roles. She retired from Danville Urologic Clinic. Mrs. Bailey was married for 50 years to Robert (Bob) Bailey. She also survived by her daughter Lara (Jud) Buchanan and their three sons, J.B., Darrell, and Dylan Buchanan. She is also survived by her twin sister, Jettye (Carrol) Higgins, nephew Brandon (Cindy) Higgins and their children, Madi and Tyler Higgins. A graveside service will be held at Highland Burial Park on Thursday, September 24, 2020 at 11:00am with Minister Larry Owen officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family request contributions be made to Salem Church of Christ, 185 Union Hall School Rd, Chatham, VA 24531.