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Betty Jacobus Obituary

PANA - Betty Jo Hutson Jacobus, 89, died May 29, 2011, in Overland Park, Kansas. Born January 9, 1922, in Pana, Illinois, to George and Pauline Merriman Hutson, Betty Jo married Kenneth Jacobus on December 6, 1941. A loving wife and mother who loved beautiful things, she is survived by Ken and four children; Paula Leighton of Leawood, KS; Stephen Jacobus of Decatur, IL; Diane Newberry of South Boston, VA; and David Jacobus of Decatur, IL.; as well as 6 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held at a future date in Pana. Arrangements: D.W. Newcomer's Sons Johnson County Chapel, 11200 Metcalf, Overland Park, KS 66210. Obituary written by family members. Online guest book at http://legacy.com/obituaries/herald-review/.

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Published by Decatur Herald & Review on Jun. 2, 2011.

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June 5, 2011

Very sorry to learn of your loss. Larry & Krista Livingston

June 2, 2011

Jake & family,
Please accept my sincere sympathy on the loss of your wife and mother.
I'll always remember the good times and laughs we shared when we were on the road for old Ma Bell.
Sincerely,
Dick Hoffmann
3608 Satinwood Dr.
Springfield IL 62712

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