Bette W. Griggs

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2008

You all have my sympathy and your all in my prayers. I will miss Bette (Boo Boo) very much...I worked with her for over 12 years at John Deere and enjoyed her compainship then and now. We emailed often and  spoke on the phone 4 to 5 times a year. I promised her lunch when I retired(8/29/2008) I'm so sorry that I won't be able to enjoy that with her now. I so wish she would have let me know. I'll miss her very much as I know you all will. P. S.: Love you Boo Boo

Steve and all, I can't be there, but my thoughts are with all of you. Your Mom was one of the nicest people I ever met. No matter how many years passed, she always knew my name and asked about my family. She was a pleasure to know and raised a great bunch of kids. Thanks for the memories.....Tim

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. Bette was always one of my favorites, she will be missed dearly.

It seems that we are all so far away from each other. I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that all of you are in our thoughts and prayers. I remember the many trips you all made to Virginia Beach. Steven helping us out when we moved to Tahoe. Family reunions in Ladora. Take care. If there is any support we can offer, please let us know. Love , Kathy (Adcock) Reese

My heartfelt sympathy goes out to
Cousin Bette's children, and Brother,
Richard. "Nineteen cousins all were we, we will miss you, Dear Bette!"

i am so sorry to see that betty has passed away. i worked with her as a young women on the assembly line at eagle signal and remember her with fondnest. she and the rest of our team, arlene, darlene, delores and marlas all shared their life stories as we worked tirelessly together, and became friends. i learned so much from them. unfortunately we all went our seperate ways after eagle signal was sold but i will always remember the women who had the most influenece on me. god bless all those good and not so good souls from those early days.