Betty Jean Ulmer McGregor was born April 24, 1930, in Cameron, South Carolina, daughter of Margaret and Esman Ulmer. She graduated 1951, Columbia College, and married Sam. They established their home in Hopkins. Sam was called into military service in 1952. Their first child was born at Fort Benning. Returning to Hopkins after military service she became active in community, church, schools. They were blessed with four additional children.

During the next 55 years they enjoyed children's activities, church, Clemson football, trips to beach, mountains, nation's capital and foreign countries. They also faced major tragedies - farm fire where six lives were lost, critical illnesses, and droughts. Their faith and friends support made them an even stronger family. They cared for Sam's father and Betty's mother in their home for four years. Their children blessed them with five spouses and eight grandchildren.

Betty has represented South Carolina at state, National, and International conferences. Both have been recipients of state and National awards. Betty's life exemplifies the true meaning of motherhood.