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Bettie Aitkins Obituary

Born May 24, 1936 in Bessie, Oklahoma, the sixth and last child of John and Anna Harder. The family moved to Washington, settling in Whatcom County in 1943. She attended Nooksak Valley High, in Everson and studied briefly at UW, returning to college later in life to nearly complete an associate degree at BCC. As an airline ticket agent, she met her future husband, Dick at Northwest Airlines. She was primarily a home-maker during her entire married life. She is survived by her husband Dick, daughter Kim, and sons Rick, Steve, Jim, and Tim and four grandchildren: Heidi, Jordan, Jonathan, and Hailey. In addition, she has three surviving older brothers: Bob, John, and Dave, all of Whatcom County. She was preceded in death by her mother and father and by her sister Lou, and a brother Bill. Memorial at Grace Community Church, Auburn, Friday the 8th at 3:00 p.m.

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Published by Bellingham Herald on Jan. 7, 2010.

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Mary James

January 8, 2010

Dear Dick and family:
I could not come for the funeral but know my heart has been with you. Bettie was a fantastic Aunt and I have many, many fond memories of her that I hold dear. She was such a great role model. I never really got a chance to tell her that. I remember your wedding when I looked upon her as some type of beautiful princess as a little girl. Betty was always sunny and will be remembered that way. Her strong faith came across in all she did. Are you aware she died 2 days short of a year that Lou (her sister) died? I am convinced they are reunited and I know they are both whole again in the presence of our Lord. No question about it. May your wonderful memories with such a gracious lady comfort you for years to come. Love to all of you.

Keli Oliveira

January 8, 2010

I wish I had gotten the chance get to know Bettie better. She is my grandfather in-laws sister and I know she touched everyone in the family. She had a love for Jesus that was always raidiating. Sge will be missed dearly. I feel comfort in knowing she is in a perfect place, Heaven, in no pain and experiencing more beauty than we can imagine.

Shana White

January 8, 2010

Bettie was a wonderful, thoughtful Aunt, and will be missed by many.

Sandy Henderson

January 8, 2010

The world is a sadder place for me. Even though I had not known Bettie long, I feel a great loss. She was a wonderful example of a loving wife and mother. My thoughts and prayers are with her family.

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