Betty Thompson, was born on February 21, 1957 in Kingsville, Texas, to the late Joe Richard Ellison and Earline Robinson-Glen. Betty was the oldest of seven siblings. Betty received her formal education in San Antonio, Texas attending David Crockett Elementary and graduating from Fox Tech High School. She went on to further her education pursuing a career in Nursing. Betty entered the workforce and was employed as a Certified Nurses Assistant and Activity Director, working until she retired.