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Betty Jean Wolverton

1924 - 2012

Betty J. Wolverton age 87 of Greenville passed away at her home February 17, 2012, with loving care given by her family and Spectrum Hospice.

She was born September 18, 1924 in Ionia the daughter of Clyde and Florence Scott Moorhead. She married Russell A. Wolverton on March 23, 1946 in Ionia. She and Russ were active in Post G of the TPA of Greenville, the VFW Cleveland-Wolverton Post and enjoyed living with their neighbors on Baldwin Street raising their family.

Betty worked for 14 years as an elementary secretary for Greenville Public Schools and was an avid bowler in the Women's National Bowling League for many years. She was a member of the 1st United Methodist Church and the Rebecca circle of the church.

Her husband of 50 years preceded her in death on December 27,1996 and also her son James Wolverton died on January 13, 2009. Her brother Raymond Moorhead also preceded her in death.

She is survived by her daughter and husband, Judy and Tom VanSyckle of Greenville, her grandchildren, Jennifer (Jeff) Myers of Gowen, Todd (Jamie) VanSyckle, Kim (Jim) Douglas and Mark (Maureen) Wolverton all of Greenville, 9 great grandchildren; Sieara, Austin, Emma, Sean, Karli, Kory, Kaden, Lindsay and Levi and her sister-in-law, Betty Moorhead of Wyoming.

A memorial service will be held on Monday February 20, 2012 at 11 AM with visitation beginning at 10 AM at 1st United Methodist Church, 204 W. Cass St. Greenville. Her pastor, Rev. Steve Charnley will serve as officiant. Burial will be in Rest Haven Memory Gardens, Belding. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to 1st United Methodist Church or Spectrum Hospice with envelopes available at Hurst Funeral Home Greenville or at the funeral services at church.

There are currently 24 condolences.

Carolyn & Mike Taft Carolyn147@charter.net Wednesday February 22, 2012 at 10:48 AM
Dear Tom & Judy, we are so very sorry about Betty, your Mom. Our prayers are with you.

Hansen Vision Center Tuesday February 21, 2012 at 2:49 PM
Judy, Tom and family. Your mom was a wonderful lady who will be missed. We send our condolences to you all.

Mrs. Harry R Johnson (Judy) Monday February 20, 2012 at 7:00 PM
Judy, Tom and family. I was sorry to hear of Betty's passing. She was a very special lady. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.

Terry & Bette Hankis Monday February 20, 2012 at 9:43 AM
Judy,Tom,and family. We were saddened to hear of Betty's passing. She always had a smile for us whenever we would see her. We are thinking of you in this time of sadness. We are currently in Florida but our thoughts will be there for her memorial. God Bless. Terry & Bette

Shari Beach Monday February 20, 2012 at 8:33 AM
Tom, Judy, Jennifer, Jeff, Todd, Jamie and family. Sorry to hear of the loss of Grandma. She was a very special lady. I always looked forward to seeing her at the softball games years ago. A couple years ago I saw her walking in Greenville and asked her if she needed a ride and she said no thanks. Even after all these years she still remember who I was. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time and always. Shari

Marge & Bruce Rozell Monday February 20, 2012 at 7:18 AM
Dear Tom, Judy & family: We were saddened to hear that Betty had passed. She was a very dear friend to my Mom, Teddy Rarick and stuck by her no matter the outcome. She was a very special lady who cared about everyone. We will keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers as you go through this very difficult time. Marge & Bruce Rozell

carolee Rickabaugh Sunday February 19, 2012 at 7:31 PM
judy and family, I was sorry to read about you mother, she was a nice lady. our thoughts and prayers are with you all

Mary Brimmer Sunday February 19, 2012 at 7:24 PM
Judy and family, We are so very sorry about your loss. Betty was such a wonderful lady. She was a very kind, thoughtful person.I remembe her smile most of all. It was a joy to have grown up next door to her. She will truly be missed. Mary (Ritter) Brimmer & Ron Brimmer

Dana Wolverton Sunday February 19, 2012 at 3:38 PM
Our prayers go out to the Wolverton family during this difficult time. Much Love from the Wanda Wolverton family, Wanda, Patti Kares, Roger and Mary Wolverton, Ron and Margaret Wolverton, Royce and Dana Wolverton

Barb & Kirk Perry Saturday February 18, 2012 at 9:19 PM
Betty was such a warm, loving, positive person! She will be greatly missed. Our love and prayers go out to your whole wonderful family.

Mike Blanding Saturday February 18, 2012 at 5:24 PM
Sorry to hear of your mothers passing, what a very nice lady. I will never forget the time she fixed milk toast for Russ, Jim and myself in the kitchen of the Bladwin St. house back in the early 60's. Praying for your comfort and healing.

Cathie Wood Gotts Saturday February 18, 2012 at 5:19 PM
Judy,Tom and Family, So sorry to hear about your mother. I am remembering the fun we had on Baldwin Street. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Love,Cathie

Linda Andersen Brack Saturday February 18, 2012 at 3:03 PM
Judy,Tom and Family, I was saddened to her of you mother's passing. She was a good friend of my mother and I remember her from going over to your house on Baldwin St. Such a wonderful person and will be missed. We won't be able to come up because we are out of state. God's Blessings.

CAROLYN HUMBLE Saturday February 18, 2012 at 3:00 PM
I was so sorry to hear of your mom's passing. She was a wonderful lady. I will always remember seeing her walk to church from her home on Cass Street. I heard once that grief is the price we pay for love. May you always remember her with laughter and joy. She would want that.

Cindi Sutphen Saturday February 18, 2012 at 9:19 AM
I will miss Aunt Betty, she was always such a bright light in my life. My thoughts and prayers are with Judy and Tom and their family. The Danish Festival parade will never be the same again without Aunt Betty.

Jon Wise Saturday February 18, 2012 at 12:34 AM
Judy and Tom, I was sorry to hear of your mother's passing, Judy. After losing my mother just two months ago, I know exactly what you are going through this week. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Jennifer & Gary Baragar Friday February 17, 2012 at 9:01 PM
Betty was one of my Baldwin ST. Mom's. I remember when my Mom (Marjorie Smith) would cut me off from cookies. I could always depend on Max, Betty, Lila or Martha to come through for me! A truly lovely lady and send along regards to her family. Thanks for the memories Betty.

Jane (Smith) Green Friday February 17, 2012 at 8:48 PM
Judy, Thinking of you and your family, as your Mom enjoyed and loved you all so much. Remembering all the happy memories on our special Baldwin Street neighborhood. I had a lovely visit with Betty before our last class reunion -- she was happy and smiling as always! Thinking of you, Love, Jane

victoria deible Friday February 17, 2012 at 8:27 PM
im honored to have met betty.she always had a way to cheer you up or had some advice to cheer you up.you will be missed.

Michael Schreiner Friday February 17, 2012 at 8:05 PM
Judy and Tom, it's very difficult to lose your mom. The memories are always constant reminders of the wonderful times. Michael Schreiner

Walt & Lois Edgar Friday February 17, 2012 at 5:48 PM
Judy and Tom, So sorry to hear of your mother's passing. Thoughts and prayers going out to you and your family. Walt & Lois

martha Davis Friday February 17, 2012 at 4:37 PM
Just loved Betty so much. Such a dear, plucky, never complaining wonderful person. She will be so missed. She was also so very lucky to have such a wonderful loving family. Love you all

Candace Larkin Friday February 17, 2012 at 4:27 PM
Judy, you can be proud of the tender, loving care you gave your mother. I will miss seeing her in church--she was always so friendly and kind. My sincere condolences to you and your family. Candy Larkin

Ron & Mary Johnson Friday February 17, 2012 at 2:17 PM
All of our best to all of the family. What a great lady. Ron & Mary

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