Mrs. Betty Jane Adams- Littlejohn

Mercifully and peacefully, with her husband at her side, Betty Jane Adams-Littlejohn of Upper Marlboro, Maryland entered into eternal rest, on Thursday, December 19, 2024, at her home in Prince George’s County, Maryland. Betty was born July 13, 1945, in Suffolk, Virginia to the late Richard L. Adams and the late Gloria E. Scott-Adams. She is preceded in death by her brothers, James M. Adams and Elvin L. Adams and her sister, Marjorie L. Adams-Pratt. Betty lived her early years in Suffolk, Virginia where she was an active member of Piney Grove Baptist Church. She graduated from East Suffolk High School. Betty continued her education at Norfolk State University and received her bachelor’s degree in education (Home Economics) from Virginia State University. While attending Virginia State University, Betty became a member of the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Betty’s quest for knowledge led her to Virginia Tech University where she obtained a Master’s Degree in Education (Adult Education). Betty’s enthusiasm for life was evident through her capacity for hard work and adventure. She began her career as a United States Department of Agriculture Extension Agent in Louisa County and Charlottesville, VA. She served as President of the Virginia Association of Extension Home Economists. She was appointed Director for the Alexandria VPI Extension Service where she was responsible for administrative matters and coordinator of the Family Resource Program. She retired from Virginia Cooperative Extension as Director of the Alexandria Unit after 27 years of service. Betty traveled extensively with her husband and travel groups throughout the world. Their goal was to visit every continent on the globe. They succeeded in planting their feet on six of the seven continents: Africa, Asia, Australia, Europe, North America and South America. She continued to travel taking short trips with family. In addition to her Sorority, she was a longstanding member of Alfred Street Baptist Church, Virginia State University Alumni Association and Dolly Peyton Shepperson Chapter of Business and Professional Women’s Club. She was very outgoing and would often be found spending time with friends, family and associates. In the past few years, Betty largely devoted her time to caring for her dear mother, assisted with caring for her mother-in-law and was committed to her brothers and sisters care as well. You could depend on Betty to have time for conversation, a listening ear and solutions for you to consider. She was known as the “go to” person and would not hesitate to provide assistance and support when called upon. Betty leaves to cherish, in loving memory, her husband of 37 years Rufus Littlejohn. She is survived by sisters Ruby M. Warren of Fairfax, VA and Aleta V. Adams-Allen (Guy) of Dumfries, VA, aunts, uncles, nephews, nieces, cousins, godchildren and other loving relatives and friends. Rest in Peace devoted Wife, Godmother, Sister, Niece, Aunt, Cousin and Friend. You will be greatly missed by all.

Mrs. Betty Jane Adams- Littlejohn

July 13, 1945 - December 19, 2024

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