Betty Lou Bussard

Bussard Betty Lou Bussard, age 87, passed away Thursday, March 19, 2015. She was born in Columbus, on November 29, 1927. Betty was the daughter of the late Edward and Dorothy Nixon. Her brother Fenton Edward Nixon, and her husband Robert Wayne Bussard preceded her in death. Betty graduated from Linden McKinley High Scool, class of 1946. She retired from the Columbus Public Schools. Betty married Robert Wayne Bussard August 12, 1948. They raised two daughters, Debra (Steve) Britton, and Marilyn Bussard (Mike Ringer). She loved and enjoyed her grandchildren, Scott and Sara Britton; and her great grandson, Cedar Britton. Betty and Wayne were active members of McKendree United Methodist Church for over 40 years. Betty taught Sunday School and belonged to different groups within the church. Betty and Wayne met square dancing and were members of the Hilltoppers Square Dancing Club. She also enjoyed playing Euchre and Bingo. Following the death of her husband, Betty moved to Oakleaf Village, and joined Karl Road Christian Church. Four years ago, she moved to Wesley Glen. At both places she had friends, and continued to enjoy playing cards and Bingo. A Funeral Service will be held 11:30 a.m. Monday, March 23, 2015 at the RUTHERFORD-CORBIN FUNERAL HOME, 515 High St., Worthington, OH 43085 with Chaplain Dawn Swartz officiating. The family will receive friends from 4-6 p.m. Sunday, and one hour prior to the service on Monday. In lieu of flowers, and to honor her love and concern for children and pets, memorial contributions May be made to either the Capital Area Humane Society or Charity Newsies. To send condolences to the family, please visit www.rutherfordfunetralhomes.com