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LOREN BETTS Obituary

Loren L. "Bob" Betts, longtime resident of El Paso, Air Force Veteran, Instrument Rated Pilot, businessman, father, grandfather, and friend passed away Sunday, January 12, 2014. Bob was born on February 5, 1929 in Ft. Worth, Texas to Loren Betts and Vivian Wisrock Betts. He served as a Lieutenant in the United States Air Force where his love for flying was born. Bob spent over 50 years pursuing his passion for flying, promoting general aviation, and sharing his love for flying with his sons and many others. Bob was Past President of the Organization of Flying Adjusters, Texas Independent Insurance Adjusters Association, El Paso Aviation Association, and El Paso Claims Association. He also held membership in the National Association of Independent Insurance Adjusters, Society of Air Safety Investigators, International Adjusters Association, AOPA and EAA. In addition, he was a Master Mason at Five Points Lodge. After serving as a Lt. in the U.S. Air Force, Bob attended the University of Miami, where he was an officer in the Air Force ROTC. In 1952, Bob returned to Ft. Worth and enrolled in Texas Christian University where he completed his education, receiving his Bachelor's of Science in 1955. He began his career as an Insurance Adjuster in Carlsbad, N.M., spent a number of years managing offices in Carlsbad, Hobbs and Albuquerque, N.M. before moving to El Paso and establishing Betts and Associates Inc., specializing in aircraft accident investigation. Bob's business grew to include his sons, Robert and Patrick, along with many other employees. Bob is preceded in death by his son, Patrick. He is survived by his daughter Deborah Etheridge, (Randy Etheridge), son Robert Betts, and grandchildren: Allison (Brian), Cole (Heather), Thomas, Matthew, Courtney, Jenny Ann, Jacob, Tim III, Desirae, Meagan, Mason and Keegan. Great-grandchildren Kelsey & Blake. Services: Visitation, Thursday, January 23rd, 5:00 - 9:00 pm - Martin Funeral Home West Memorial Service, Friday, January 24, 11:30 am - St. Marks UMC An entombment will follow at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to M.D. Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX. (gifts.mdanderson.org)

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Published by El Paso Times from Jan. 18 to Jan. 25, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for LOREN BETTS

15 Entries

Kristin Omo

March 17, 2014

He was a great and compassionate man.
I admired him immensely!

Nancy Johnson

February 16, 2014

My deepest condolences to All of the Betts Family. Memories forever.

Bob Carter

January 23, 2014

Bob, I will miss you. You were a great friend to my family. We loved you for that friendship and for the gentleman you were. A handsome, charming, class act. You will be missed by all your loved ones. God Bless You and please give my folks my love and hugs.

Jacob Heidtman

January 22, 2014

Papa Bob,

I'm thankful to have known and flown with you. Say hi to the big guy for me! Thanks for the wisdom and strength you gave to me over the years.

Jerry Wells

January 22, 2014

Bob was a true gentlemen. He was always fun to fly with and treated everyone with respect. He will be missed in the aviation community and as friend.

Cheryl & Tony Chenausky

January 21, 2014

Our sincerest condolences to you all. Bob was a wonderful man who will truly be missed. God Bless You and Yours.
Cheryl & Tony Chenausky

cole etheridge

January 20, 2014

Thank you for all of the memories grandpa you will be missed

Mike Casey

January 20, 2014

Mr. Betts,
Sir, I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for our Country when you served in the USAF during the Cold War. Millions of Americans slept safe at night because you and your fellow Servicemen stood ready to defend our Country. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

Rick Melendrez

January 19, 2014

Rest in peace Bob. Thank you for youer service to your country and community. My prayers and condolences to the family.

Marilyn Cragin

January 18, 2014

A Wonderful man!

Becky Noel

January 16, 2014

I will never forget when he flew his plane to Tucson with Deb and the kids to come see me. We had a nice visit and lunch and then back they all went! I so enjoyed our visits when I was in El Paso too. RIP Mr Betts! You will be missed dearly.

Leo Artalejo III

January 16, 2014

May God continue to bless Bob's entire family.
Bob Betts was my friend from St. Mark's whom I will dearly miss. He lived life in the moment and was so grateful for all of life regardless of his continual significant health challenges. He inspired me and so many people because of his strong faith, trust and close relationship with God from Whom he drew his strength, knew all things were possible, and was ever grateful for God's forgiveness and His gift of eternal life.
Bob's life reflected his genuine faith, love, gratitude, humor, wisdom, and his servant heart. Bob is a blessing in my life. Thank you, Dear Lord, for sharing your son Bob with us all, for times shared together, and for being our friend. To God be the glory.

January 15, 2014

Bob was one of the first to welcome us to the OFA family - a true friend and we'll miss him very much. Rest eternal grant unto him, O Lord, and let light perpetual shine upon him.

Al Ryan (OFA 108) and Jim Cobb (OFA110), Biddeford, Maine

January 15, 2014

Really sorry to hear about Bob's passing. He always had some good comments for consideration for the OFA. We also had a lot of fun with him and the two other musketeers at the conferences. He will be missed but remembered. He really put up a good fight. Marty and DeeDee Brown

January 15, 2014

Our most sincere condolences on the loss of a fine OFA member and a great human being. We will miss seeing him at our meetings. Our best to you Robert, and your family, as you carry on.

Kathy & Arch Crittenden (OFA 93)

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