Born on September 28, 1951 to Mary Francis Robinson in Hastings, Florida. She graduated Class of 1969 at Walter E. Harris High School. She and Darwin Tongol joined in marriage over 22 years ago. Bettye was a world traveler and employed with the government as a social worker for over 35 years. She loved her family and enjoyed spending quality time with them. Bettye Jean Tongol entered into eternal rest on September 1, 2021.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Mary Francis Robinson; grandmother, Gladys Davis; sister, Mary Price; brothers, David Robinson and Anthony Robinson;

She leaves to cherish her memory: her loving and devoted husband, Darwin Tongol; sons, Johnathon D. Foster and John (Beth) Foster, Jr.; brothers, Damon Robinson; sisters, Wanda Grayer, Evelyn Robinson, Mozella Robinson; grandchildren, Josiah D. Foster and Jordan D. Foster; favorite cousin, Thelma Neal; favorite niece, Yolonda Wells; and a host of extended relatives and sorrowing friends.