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Betty Walters Obituary

Betty L. Walters Battle Creek Betty L. Walters, age 74, of Battle Creek, passed away tragically in a house fire alongside of her 4 dogs and 2 cats on March 18, 2009. Betty was born on December 1, 1934 in Petoskey the daughter of Delray and Gladys Wilks. Whether it was unwed mothers, making sure the food bank had supplies especially around the holidays, or taking in stray animals, Betty always went above and beyond to make sure that the needs of her community were met. Betty is survived by her children: Dennis (Olga) Goff of Battle Creek, Connie (Frank) Sullivan of Portage, and Jules (Lisa) Walters of Battle Creek; her grandchildren: Sarah (Shannon) Ring, Chad Higley, Cathy and Chelsea Sullivan, Adam (Erin) Goff, Jessie, Chris (Melissa), and Tony (Tisha) O'Rouake, Zoie, Maya, and Jules, Jr. Waters; 20 great-grandchildren; 1 great-great-granddaughter; and her brother: Doug (Lillian) Wilks of Charlevoix. Her parents preceded her in death. A celebration of Betty's life will be held on Wednesday, March 25, 2009 at 1:00 p.m. at the Royal Funeral Home Battle Creek. Visitation will be on Tuesday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Burial will be in Floral Lawn Cemetery, Battle Creek. Memorials in Betty's name may be directed to the animal shelter.

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Published by Battle Creek Enquirer on Mar. 23, 2009.

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Robert Carmichael

March 24, 2009

My heart is heavy but heaven has become brighter as our Father God has brought her home

Gary and Jill Garner

March 24, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Dave & Cindy Langenhop

March 24, 2009

We are greatly saddened by your loss. Your family is in our prayers

Ty & Michelle Grams

March 24, 2009

We are very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Terri Segula

March 24, 2009

Betty will be dearly missed in our neighborhood. She had a real love of animales, with 4 dogs and 2 cats that she cared for and lost to this tragic fire. She kept a caring and watchful eye on our street and always informed me when my dogs escaped the back yard. May God bless her and comfort the loved ones that cherish her memories. Terri Segula

Melodie Van Ameyden

March 23, 2009

Betty was so much fun to be around. She attended the same church that my family did years ago

Doug-Lillian Wilks

March 23, 2009

Connie-Dennis and all
I know that this is a difficult time for all of you, so I just wanted to let you know that if all goes well I will be down there Wedensday. Sis will be watching over all of you, may you have strength and blessings, to get you through the days ahead. With our love, Uncle Doug and Aunt Lil

CLARA halder

March 23, 2009

I AM SO SORRY FOR THE LOSS OF YOUR LOVED ONE, NO I DIDN'T HER BUT THIS WAS SO SAD, WHAT A WONDERFUL WOMAN SHE WAS FROM WHAT I HAVE READ,JUST KNOW THATS SHES IN THE BEST HANDS EVER NOW, AND MAY PEACE BE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY,SINCERELY, THE JOE & CLARA HALDER FAMILY.

Christy DiBartolo

March 23, 2009

Betty came into my life about 19 years ago when I really needed some guidance. She was my Angel on earth and now and Angel in heaven. She will be missed but always loved and NEVER forgotten. Thank you Betty. And may God Bless your family in this time of sorrow.

Brett Telder

March 23, 2009

Rest in Peace MA-BEAR!

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