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Betty Moffitt
1922 - 2014
Betty Moffitt
1922 - 2014
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BORN
1922
DIED
2014
Betty Moffitt Obituary
King's publicist says she died Friday at home with her children by her side.
King announced Wednesday that she would not attend the opening ceremony of the Sochi Olympics with the U.S. delegation because of her mother's failing health.
Betty Jerman was born on May 26, 1922, in Taft, Calif. She married Bill Moffitt and raised their two children in Long Beach, Calif., where they lived for more than 40 years. They were married 65 years, before he died in 2006.
Private services are planned. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions to Hospice Family Care, 100 E. Sheldon Street, Suite 100, Prescott, AZ 86301.
Copyright © 2014 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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Keith Gergen
September 3, 2017
A very nice lady I worked with in a medical lab in Bixbi knolls, Long Beach. I was only 18 years old fresh out of high school and she made me feel very comfortable and welcomed. I will always remember her and her kindness. A special person.
April 24, 2014
The loss of someone so close is difficult to bear. know that you can go to God in prayer to strengthen and comfort you. Ps. 121. We share your grief.
Michele
February 19, 2014
My deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Mrs. Moffitt. May the God of all comfort sustain you during this time of sadness.
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February 18, 2014
My condolences and sympathies to the family especially her children. Your mom undoubtedly was very proud of you both and what you accomplished. May you find comfort and strength from Almighty God who cares for you especially during this difficult time 1 Pet.5:6,7.
February 18, 2014
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
February 17, 2014
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
February 17, 2014
MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY MAY GODS WORDS BRING YOU COMFORT DURING THIS TIME. HE WILL ACTUALLY SWALLOW UP DEATH FOREVER AND CERTAINLY WIPE TEARS FROM ALL FACES. IS 25:8
S. Scott
February 13, 2014
My deepest condolences to the Moffitt family, friends and family. It is terrible to loose a loved one to death. May you draw close to the God of all comfort Ps 145:18.
February 12, 2014
MAY THE MOURNERS OF MRS.MOFFITT FIND COMFORT IN THE ONE WHO PROVIDE IT READILY..HE HAS SAID I-I MYSELF AM THE ONE THAT IS COMFORTING YOU PEOPLE."ISAH.51:12........DBMG
R
February 11, 2014
Very sorry to hear of your great loss.
I send my deep condolences
May the God of all comfort be with you this difficult time.
February 11, 2014
I am sorry for your loss. No doubt many hearts ache for you at this time....And though no words can take away your sorrow, may the assurance that God cares give you the strength you need from day to day. . .He says "I have heard your prayer, I have seen your tears" 2 Kings 20:5.
Trina
February 11, 2014
Sorry for your loss
February 10, 2014
May God give comfort to the Moffitt family, through the grievous days ahead.
J.
Rae Jackson
February 10, 2014
So sorry for your loss Billie Jean and Randy.Your mom was a wonderful women and a great neighbor. So many memories with your whole family.
February 10, 2014
I pray that he may grant you through the abundance of his glory to be made mighty in the man you are inside, with power through his spirit… (Ephesians 3:16) In this time of a loss of someone special in your lives be comforted to know God cares and will help you to endure.
Irene c morrison
February 10, 2014
Billie Jean I am very sorry for the loss of your mom she is with god may god help you and your family in the sad time
The Carters
February 10, 2014
Our deepest sympathy from the Carter family for your recent loss. As you remember your dear mother Betty with fondness as well as the life you shared with her, find the needed comfort in the words at John 3:16. It is our hope that God will soon undue sickness and death and all the major woes that we experience today. Until then, be assured that she will always be alive in your hearts.
February 9, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Moffitt and King families. Romans 15:33.
J F
February 9, 2014
So sorry for your loss. May the God in the heavens provide you with the needed comfort you need to help you today and the weeks to come. Rest assured you will see your family for God cannot lie. better than they were when they were first born. JOB 33:25
Wyomia Tyus
February 9, 2014
Just to let you know how very sorry I am, Those who live in the hearts of others never die. It will be the little things that you will remember the quiet moments, the smiles, the laughter.
February 9, 2014
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Ann S.
February 9, 2014
I wish to express my condolences to Billie Jean King and family. Words seem insufficient at this difficult time. We all need comfort when a loved one dies. May you find real comfort and relief from our heavenly Father, family and friends; and as a result, begin to recover gradually from the pain. Love from those around you will help you through the days ahead. The precious memories of your loved one will bring you comfort.
February 9, 2014
Sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in the hearer of prayer at this time. Psalm 65:2
Jesse (Smith's Ser.Sta) Smith
February 8, 2014
Randy and family, so sorry for your loss, keeping you in my prayers.
February 8, 2014
Condolences to the family of Ms. Moffitt. May God bless you and your family during this time of sadness. Matthew 5:4
Katherine Leann Ladd
February 8, 2014
Condolences and thoughts to the family and friends of Mrs. Moffitt - she was a lovely lady!
Sharon Jackson-Duncan
February 8, 2014
Our family lived across the street from the Modfitt family until after I was married. They were a very kind family who seemed unaffected by the limelight they often found themselves in. I have many memories; from my mother watching over their home when they traveled, to the tennis racket Billie Jean gave to me (I still have it.) Rest in peace, Betty and my prayers are with you, Randy and Billie Jean.
Sandy Badger
February 8, 2014
I remember Mrs. Moffitt as a young child, she was best freinds with my next door neighbor Mrs. Nix and used to come over to her house almost every Sat. with Billie J. and B.J. always brought her little yellow bike. I learn how to ride a 2-wheeler on that bike. RIP Mrs. Moffitt.
DAVID M J VERNON
February 8, 2014
MY FAMILY JOINS ME IN OFFERING YOU OUR DEEPEST CONDOLENCES ON THE LOSS OF BETTY. MAY GOD BLESS AND REST HER SOUL AND CONSOLE ALL THOSE THAT MOURN HER.
Janet
February 8, 2014
It doesn't matter if they are older; it doesn't matter the cause; losing a parent leaves a huge emptiness in your life. May God comfort your family during this sad time.
Shelby
February 8, 2014
Billy Jean, Randy, and family of Betty Moffitt. My condolences are sent to you for your loss. A mother's love and encouragement takes us places in life that might be unlikely without it. May you relish in the good fortune of this bond and look forward to picking it up where you left off as demonstrated at John 11:43-44.
February 8, 2014
I send my deepest condolences. May God be with the Moffitt family in this time of grief.
Vicki Gardner
February 8, 2014
My condolences to the Moffitt family.
February 8, 2014
What a remarkable honor and privilege for the Moffitt family to have shared so many wonderful memories with Betty during her long life!-Psalms 90:10
Rosemary Reiss
February 8, 2014
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your Mother. She and I use to attend aerobic classes together. Always a dear lady.
Glenda
February 8, 2014
May the love of family friends comfort you as you grieve.
Ann C.
February 8, 2014
Condolences to Mrs. Betty Moffit's adult children and other family members:
Please draw comfort in knowing that your dear one is in God's memory awaiting to be awakened - not ill or impaired, but in sound health. Allow God's word and loved ones to provide you with further comfort during these very difficult days.
Leslie Morey
February 8, 2014
when I was around 13, late 1960's, my family vacationed in London, the same week as Wimbledon, which I knew nothing about. It happened we stayed int he same hotel as Mr and Mrs Moffitt, every day we saw them and talked to them excitedly about London, I remember it seemed we met all the time on the elevator. We were a brood of 4 young (ages 13,11,8,4) American kids, family recently moved to Scotland for 4 years, and talked to them everyday. One day Mrs. Moffitt presented us, the kids, with a tennis ball signed by Billie Jean, what a thoughtful act of kindness, to children they had just met, during a time when I am sure their daughter had other thoughts on her mind. I have always remembered that kind gesture. God Bless.
February 8, 2014
May the God who give peace be with all of you during your time of grief and sorrow. Rom. 15:33
February 8, 2014
May the God of all Comfort be with your family.
February 8, 2014
I am so sorry for the loss of your loved one. Please find peace and comfort in Psalms 65:2.
Cynthia
February 8, 2014
May Our God of all comfort and peace be with the Moffitt family in the days ahead. Psalms42:8
G Alexander
February 8, 2014
No matter how long they have been with us, it is never easy to lose someone you love. My sympathy goes out to your family during your time of need. Yours to keep forever are all the beautiful memories gathered through the years. May God's loving-kindness comfort you through this difficult time, Psalms 119:50;76.
February 8, 2014
We are never prepared for a death of a loved one it is the hardest things we can go though so please find comfort in knowing sickness, pain and death will one day be no more for this has been promised to us. With my deepest condolences for your loss.
Teresa
February 8, 2014
To the Moffitt family, I am so sorry for your loss. The family unit is the oldest institution in the world, it was founded in the Garden of Eden and sixty-five years of marriage say many things about two people. Please allow the comfort from God's word to comfort you it offers hope for those who fall asleep. The hope of awakening them from from their sleep, only the Creator could provide such a hope and have the ability to actually do it.( Johns 5:28,28 )
February 8, 2014
i am so sorry for your lost loved one.
michelle plakas kaiser
February 8, 2014
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February 7, 2014
To the Moffitt Family,
God is the arm that will hold you at your weakest...the eyes that will see you at your darkest...and the HEART that will love you at your worst-by Living Out Loud
Celebrating a life well lived but gone much to soon. This is in harmony with Psalms 37:29-"The righteous themselves will possess the earth, and they will live forever upon it".
Betty is gone but will never be forgotten by all who knew and loved her dearly!
The Grant Family
Isaiah 25:8
February 7, 2014
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Scott Chamberland
February 7, 2014
Please accept my Deepest Sympathies
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