Betsy Spivey Funk and Judy Spivey
Recorded
June 13, 2025
34:23 minutes
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Id:
mba000562
Description
Betsy Spivey Funk (66) speaks with her mother Judith "Judy" Spivey (93) about her childhood, their shared love for music, and reflections on their family.Subject Log / Time Code
Betsy Spivey Funk asks Judy Spivey about her early influences growing up. Judy talks about her love for music. She sings an original song about her hemochromatosis.
Judy shares who ignited her love for music.
Judy remembers her greatest teacher and school memories.
Betsy asks Judy if she would do anything differently as a parent and about adventures as a family. Both talk about their similarities and adventurousness.
Judy remembers graduating from college at 40 and the quirks of their family.
Betsy asks Judy if she has any regrets. Both recall their travels.
Judy shares life lessons and advice. Judy reflects on death and her legacy.
Judy remembers moving to Alaska and her husband earning his pilot's license. Judy recalls outdoor adventures.
Betsy shares a message from her and her siblings to her mother Judy.
Judy tells a story about having more children. Betsy shares her gratitude for her mother.
Betsy reflects on coming home to her parents and the role of her mother and father's structure in her life.
Participants
- Betsy Spivey Funk
- Judy Spivey