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In Memory

Betty Nelson - Class Of 1970

OBITUARY PROVIDED BY BETTY'S SON MICHAEL:

Betty Nelson, loving sister, devoted mother, and friend to many, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 7, 2022 in Lafayette, Indiana at the age of 70.

Betty was born on January 12, 1952 in Gary, Indiana. Some of her greatest passions included her personal relationship with God, softball, Stephen King novels, the Girl Scouts of America, playing music, listening to Anne Murray, watching horror movies, and cheering for Notre Dame football. Those who knew Betty will remember her as someone with an open heart, a quick wit, and a fierce dedication to those she called friends and family.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Carl and Elizabeth Nelson.

She is survived by her caring son, Michael (Cody) Nelson, as well as her loving siblings: Doreen (Robert) Bonner, Carl (Pennie) Nelson III, and Dolores (Joseph) Simmons among others. She leaves behind many cousins, nieces, nephews, and other well-loved members of a large, ever-expanding family. She is also survived by her devoted friends Deb Smolinski, Cathy Jones, Sally Sturm, and so many more. 

A celebration of Betty Nelson's life will be held at Renovation Church (621 Wolf Rd. | South Haven, IN  46385) on Thursday, July 14, 2022 at 11:00 AM.

All are welcome at her celebration, if you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to me.

This information and picture were obtained from: https://www.facebook.com/betty.nelson.3994.