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Bette J. (Goodson) Bates
Bette was born in Everett on September 8, 1927 to Nora and George Cabe. She graduated from Monroe High School. Bette worked as a secretary-personnel manager for Triway Manufacturing, H & D Glass, and Alpine Industries. Bette retired at the age of 70, and enjoyed many trips to Mexico with her family.
Bette leaves her sons, Ted (Charlene) Goodson and Michael Goodson; grandchildren, Tracey, Theresa, Tim and Megan; and six great-grandchildren. Bette also leaves her brother, George Cabe of Raymond, WA; a nephew and many nieces, all of whom she loved dearly.
She was preceded in death by her son, Mark Goodson, and sisters, Midge, Iris and Ernie.
Bette was gracious and had a wonderful smile. She will be missed by all her family and friends.
A special thanks goes to all her caregivers at Providence Home Care, especially Peg of Hospice.
Private services to be held at Cypress Lawn Memorial Park at a later date.
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Jennifer Phillips
July 27, 2011
My prayers and thoughts are with you all. I always loved being around Aunt Bette, she was so beautiful inside and out! Like Nora said, I know my grandma Iris and my Dad LeRoy were waiting to greet her in heaven!
My love to all of you!
Betty Berger
July 24, 2011
Dear Ted, Mike and family. I lost track of your mom these past few years. We have history. I met her when I was very young. Gramma Mae was the only gramma I knew on Dads side of the family. Your dad T.F. was in the navy and Bette lived with Grampa and Mae for a time before he came home. She was a great gal. I worked with her for awhile at Triway Manufacturing. Time has a way of moving on even though we don't seem to notice sometimes until we have lost our friends and realize the hole it leaves in our lives. I am sorry we didn't touch base in the later years. I,too shall remember what a beautiful and kind person she was. My heart goes out to you. Betty Berger
Christie Heinonen
July 11, 2011
Dear Ted, Mike and family. Your Mom was a dear and wonderful friend of mine. She and I worked side by side at Alpine for about 5 years. We stayed in touch over the past years, but sadly, I hadn't called or talked to her for well over a year. Her snappy sense of humor and wonderful deep, heartfelt laugh will stay with me always. She was always so wonderful to everyone at Alpine. I regret not calling her more often, very much so. I would also like to send my condolences for the passing of Mark. He was always very pleasant to me when I would see him or call your Mom. They both will be very missed. My deepest and most heartfelt condolences go to all of you as you go thru the extremely difficult time. Your Mom's memory will remain forever in my heart. Christie Heinonen
Nora Beggs
July 10, 2011
Aunt Bette, I remember the days of going over to your house when I was little with grandma and grandpa. I remember trying to pick up sid your giant cat. I remember your beautiful red hair that was always fixed to perfection. I know my nanny Nora was there along with Grama Ernie,aunt Iris and Aunt Midge to meet you in heaven. You will forever be missed just as they are. Please give them all a hug for me in heaven. I love you Aunt Bette.
July 10, 2011
My Dear Cousins and your families: Your Mother and my Aunt Bette had many good laughs in our days together, She and your brother, Mark, are in my memory bank on instant recall. My love ans prayers go oujt toyou all.
Your cousin Bud
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