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1936
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2020
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Betty Bowdren Obituary
Family and friends are invited to attend graveside services at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday (October 10) in Riverview Cemetery.
Betty was born March 19, 1936 in Beckley, W.V., the daughter of the late John and Frieda Hickman. Betty and her late husband Robert owned and operated the Community Trader for many years. At the age of 81, after 47 years of service, Betty retired from Clifton Springs Hospital and Clinic where she was the Supervisor of Food and Nutrition Services. She loved going to festivals especially the Sauerkraut Festival in Phelps. Betty appeared on the Food Network for her famous sauerkraut dip recipe. She was a loving and caring women that was always there to help anyone in need. Betty was a devoted mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. She will be sadly missed by all.
Betty is survived by her daughters Janice Marcoccia and Sandra (Emil) Flint; stepdaughter, Karen LaDuca; grandchildren Justin, William, Brent and Michelle; brother, Ronald Hickman; as well as many nieces and nephews.
Betty is predeceased by her husband, Robert Bowdren; son, Jackie Lewis Guilliams; stepson, Brian Bowdren; and grandson, Vesta Lewis Chambers.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the R.A. Patrick Funeral Home, Clifton Springs.
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Memories and Condolences
for Betty Bowdren
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Rosemary Barker
October 4, 2020
One of the iconic faces of Clifton Springs Hospital and Clinic. You will be missed.
Don and Joyce Mitchell
October 3, 2020
Betty was one of the most kind and loving persons you would ever want to meet. She was loved by many in the community
Allan Mallette
October 3, 2020
Betty was a wonderful woman and a dear friend. I will always remember her as warm and caring.
Kathy Shumway
October 2, 2020
My sincerest condolences to Betty's family. I worked many years at CSHC and will always remember her warm smile. Betty was a wonderful lady. RIP, Betty ✝
Diana Guilliams Hurst
October 2, 2020
Aunt Betty, You will always be in our hearts!
October 2, 2020
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