June 15, 2012
Betty's Obituary 
Betty L. Davis, 84, of Maquoketa, Iowa, died on Friday afternoon, June 15, 2012, at her home in rural Maquoketa, surrounded by her family.
A celebration of Betty's life will be held at 11 A.M., Wednesday, June 20, 2012, from the Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa, Iowa. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, June 19, 2012 from 4 to 7 P.M. at the Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa, Iowa. Cremation will follow the celebration and burial will be at a later date.
Betty Laurine Lange was born on November 19, 1927 in Monticello, Iowa, to William Frederick and Violet Beatrice (Carr) Lange. She was raised in the Ozark area and graduated from Maquoketa High School. She married Robert D. Davis on May 25, 1947 in Maquoketa, Iowa.
Betty was a full-time homemaker and mother. She had also cleaned houses and worked for Bramer's for three years, Bonton Café and Carson's Pharmacy.
Betty was a member of the "Betty" Club in Maquoketa. She was an avid bowler and loved deer hunting, gardening, canning, crocheting and sewing. She was affectionately known as "Grandma Boop" to her family and had wintered in Apache Junction, Arizona since 1993.
Betty is survived by her 7 children, Kaye Miller of Medon, TN, Monica Faye Lawrence of Apache Junction, AZ, Robert, Jr. (Judy) Davis of Maquoketa, IA, Thomas (Kathleen) Davis of Delmar, IA, Jeff (Jennie) Davis of Maquoketa, IA, Larry (Pam) Davis of Maquoketa, IA, and Boyd (Rhonda) Davis of Maquoketa, IA; a brother, Ervin Lange of Maquoketa, IA; 22 grandchildren, 48 great-grandchildren, 10 great-great-grandchildren, and 5 step-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, a brother, Leo and a sister, Leona.
In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, a Betty L. Davis memorial fund has been established.
Online condolences may be left at www.CarsonAndSon.com.
Memories of Betty
Jeff and Jeannie and Davis Families I am so very sorry to hear about the passing of your mother. Please know that your families are in our thoughts and prayers .
Jeff and the Davis family,
So sorry to hear of the passing of your Mom. I'm sure there are many good memories of her you will share with one another over the coming years. Many laughs and some tears too...
Jeff and the Davis family,
So sorry to hear of the passing of your Mom. I'm sure there are many good memories of her you will share with one another over the coming years. Many laughs and some tears too...
Betty was a delight to know. A caring lady who will be missed . Deepest sympathy to the family.
I was so sorry to read of your mom's death. She did some wall papering for my mom and sister and was such a good worker at anything she did. Betty was so sweet and fun. I knew most of you kids in different ways, through school, work , best insurance agent. We all lost a great lady and our deepest sympathy to all the children, grand children and great grand children.
From all of the DeMoss families- We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
We are sorry to hear about Betty's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you.
To the Family of Great Aunt Betty, I remember the family gatherings at the farm , the food, the hugs and the smiles. It has been a while but i tell you , you never forget that happy person she was. Our prayers go out to the family. May you rest in peace. Love , Nicholle Bailey Hardy, James, Joseph and Isabella Hardy- You will be missed by ALL
Sorry to hear of your loss...
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
TO THE DAVIS FAMILY-
We are so sorry for your loss.
The pain and sorrow for today --will be beautiful memories in the future!
God bless you all and give you peace.
To all the Davis families,
I am so sorry for your loss.May all the wonderful memories you have of her help you to get through this very sad time.
Betty was a good friend and neighbor to my sister, Rita. Prayers to her family.
Home away from home. Loved dearly as her own. She treated Linda, Michael and Gary as real children and I cannot express how much joy, love, and comfort she provided us. Joy unbounded when we were there at her house. I love you dearly and will continue to do so. See you on the other side with open arms and heart. Michael Owen.
Sorry to hear about the loss of your Mom Jeff. I heard she was a really neat lady.
To the Betty Davis Family,
I remember Betty from bowling and I would always called her Betty Boop! I loved the sweet corn also..She was a wonderful lady and always smiling. the hugs were great along with her friendship. She will be missed. Remember we can never be separated from those we love.. because God leaves us with memories to hold and cherish. You're in the hearts of others who care about you and pray for you as God eases your sorrow and replaces it with sweet memories. In Sympathy.
Betty had a smile that would light up the room. She had that sparkly disposition and was loved by all. She will be missed! Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Betty was a grand lady!! I'll never forget the good times I had at her home!! She was always laughing, joking and had that "twinkle" in her eyes!! Hugs and prayers go out to all the family. She will never be forgotten...
Aunt Betty was a special gal! She could smile and laugh and make you feel welcomed! She could bake and cook,and work hard! She was loved by many! Love you very much Aunt Betty! Prayers and hugs sent to all the family!lThe coffee is always on for you all to stop in!
To the family of Betty, got to know you're mom when she was in the hospital....she was a wonderful person and her smile could light up a room....I am glad she got to enjoy all the pretty flowers you guys send her.. we would visit about that alot...she was a grand person and God has a special place for her...
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Davis Family, May it comfort you to know that you were all a special part of a well lived life, she was one of kind! She will be missed!
Grandma Boop was so special to me. I miss her so much and love her she wil be missed by many
I only knew Betty for a few short years. Her first thoughts were always for someone else, not herself. She was a kind, hardworking, courageous Lady & I will miss her.
To the Family of Betty Davis. So Sorry to hear about your loss. Betty will be missed by many people. She was a fantastic person. She was always there to bowl and have fun with us. I remember traveling to state tounaments many times with Betty. Later buying that good sweet corn that the boys grew. She was prowd of her family and loved them very much. God gained a good angel when he took her.
Boyd and families, We are so sorry for the loss of your mother. Heaven has gained another angel. May the memories of your mother be wonderful and help you through this sad time.
Tom,Boyd,Bobby,Larry, Jeff and Faye and Kaye and your familes, May tender memories soften your grief.May the Lord watch over you all at this time. We will miss you Aunt Betty! We had lots of fun growing up and coming over on the week ends Baking bread and pies and just good ole times.The kindness and many hugs we got from you I will never forget. Love you and will miss always. Linda and Family
Heaven has gained a fantastic lady! A special woman who touched so many lives. Thoughts and prayers to the entire Davis family!
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VisitationTuesday, Jun 19, 20124:00 PM - 7:00 PM | |
Carson Celebration of Life Center | |
ServiceWednesday, Jun 20, 201211:00 AM | |
Carson Celebration of Life Center | |
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