Photo courtesy of Heaton-Bowman-Smith & Sidenfaden Chapel - Saint Joseph
Jul 21, 1926 - Feb 12, 2026 (Age 99)
So sorry for your loss. I always enjoyed her visits to Carnegie and she was a great neighbor.
Sue (Cowart) Edson
February 13, 2026 | St. Joseph, MO | Friend
Dearest Aunt Betty,
You are definitely the last one of the greatest generation any family can honor. One of my oldest memories is of "Tammy" in her red winter boots. Your fella, my Uncle Vernon, my Father's dear brother, was a favorite of mine, with his jovial manner and broad smile. I am tearful that you have moved on, yet my, oh my, have you had a great run in what was a wonderful life. You leave a wonderful legacy of children, grandchildren, great grandchildren and yes, great,...
Russ McDowell
February 12, 2026 | Raleigh, NC | Family
Betty was born July 21, 1926, to John and Nora (Johnson) Owens in Saint Joseph, MO. She attended Benton High School and on August 15, 1943, married Vernon "Hoot" McDowell who preceded her in death on October 1, 1983.Betty was also preceded in death by her parents, her brothers, Robert Owens and...
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