Betty Hampsten Obituary

BETTY L. HAMPSTEN DYER, IN Betty L. Hampsten, 82, of Dyer, IN passed away Tuesday July, 17, 2012. She is survived by her son, Douglas Hampsten; and was preceded in death by her husband, Charles. Betty was a retired teacher of the Highland and Lake Central School Systems and was a member of the Indiana and Lake County Retired Teachers. She was a member for over 50 years of the Hobart Eastern Star with a duel membership of the Griffith Eastern Star. She was a member of the Westminster Presbyterian Church, the Phi Omega Club and was a Past-President and longtime member of the American Association of University Women, Calumet Area Branch, and belonged to several book clubs. Memorial Services will be held at a later date. Fagen-Miller Funeral Home, Dyer, IN in charge of arrangements. www.fagenmiller.com

Published by The Times on Jul. 19, 2012.
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Our most sincere sympathy, Doug. Betty was a wonderful person and a great neighbor. May she rest in peace.
Brian and Teena Less

Teena & Brian Less

August 6, 2012

Dearest Betty,
Paul and Angie Lowe of LCTG will so miss you!! We loved having you come to see our shows, giving you front row seats, and having you laugh at our funny things!
You would have absolutely loved our latest show, the only one you've missed for years....it was all about "little old ladies" who did NOT sit behind their locked doors and waste away. Instead, they got out...as you did....and lived life to the fullest!
You may have been a little lady, but you will never be old!!! We'll always cherish the memory of you and Rayetta in our audiences. We are so grateful to you both for all your support over the years...all too short.
Watch over us from Heaven, dear Betty. You now have the absolute best seat in the house!!!
Love forever,
Angie Lowe,
one of your biggest fans!

Angie Lowe

August 6, 2012

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Rose Williamson, AAUW

July 28, 2012

I will miss Betty's hilarious insights into our book club selections at Griffith. Betty was a powerhouse of intellect, humor, and attitude. One of a kind.

Chris Rettig

July 24, 2012

May God, the Master of the harvest, reward us eternally for ‘our work and the love we show for his name.'—Heb. 6:10-12.

M Dixon

July 22, 2012

R.I.P. Betty, a good friend of my late Mother. They were a funny twosome! Mom couldn't drive due to arthritis so she teamed up with Betty who couldn't see very well! Mom said Betty drove and Mom would tell her when to stop, start and turn! Love those old broads! My condolences, Don. It's hard to lose your Mom at any age :(

Susan Gabriello

July 19, 2012

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