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Marjory Betker Obituary

Marjory Betker passed away peacefully in her sleep, January 4, 2026 just shy of her 99th birthday. She graduated from Granite Falls high school in 1945. Shortly after, she became employed by Everett Shipbuilding working for the Chief draftsman. In 1947 she married Wallace Betker and became a professional homemaker. They celebrated 61 years together before his passing in 2009. She was a master pie baker, enjoyed traveling, an active member in the Everett Garden club and loved by everyone who crossed her path. Marjory was preceded in death by her parents George and Margaret, husband Wallace, son Gary, sisters Eleanor and Maxine and brother George Jr. She is survived by daughter Julie Davenport (Bill) Grandchildren Todd Davenport (Chloe) Lori Kanikeberg (Dirk) Great-Grandaughters Hayley Sullivan (Wesley) Ali, Charlie, Olivia Davenport and many nieces and nephews. She will be deeply missed.

A private family celebration will be held at a later date.
Published by The Herald (Everett) on Jan. 8, 2026.

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