Elizabeth "Bette" Shively

Elizabeth "Bette" (Whitlock) Shively

July 22, 1938 - March 26, 2023

SAUK PRAIRIE - Elizabeth "Bette" (Whitlock) Shively, age 84, passed away peacefully on March 26, 2023, at the Pines Assisted Living facility in Prairie du Sac, WI.

She was born July 22, 1938, to the late Fred and Thelma Whitlock. Bette graduated from Jefferson High School in Roanoke, VA, class of 1956, and was united in marriage to her high school sweetheart, Robert (Bob) B. Shively, Sr. on March 28, 1959. Following graduation Bette worked at the Shenandoah Life Insurance Company in Roanoke. They initially moved to Richmond, after which they relocated to Milwaukee, WI, where they raised their sons. As Bob's career advanced, they moved to Lee's Summit, MO, then Sycamore, IL. They retired in 2002, and moved to Middleton, WI, in 2003, to be near their sons' families.

Upon retirement Bette and Bob frequently traveled to visit friends and relatives. She thoroughly enjoyed attending her sons', and later her grandchildren's, sporting events and other activities. Bette was a devout and cherished wife and mom, and loving grandma and great-grandma, who made countless sacrifices for her family. She relished being a grandma and a great-grandma (affectionately referred to as "GG") and was so proud of each of her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Bette was a gracious southern lady who was beloved by all who knew her.

She is survived by two sons: Robert Jr. (Deanna) of Sauk City, and Houston (Mary) of Pewaukee; six grandchildren: Taylor (Natalie), Stephen, Cody (Jenny), Alexis, Logan (Lizzie) and Mackenzie; and three great-grandchildren: Wyatt, Hazel and Callie. She is further survived by her brother, Barton (Ann) Whitlock; sister-in-law, Monica Whitlock; special niece, Sharon (Walt) Shell Fisher, and other relatives and friends.

Bette's family would like to extend their appreciation to the very caring and dedicated staff at the Pines Assisted Living facility. Bette and her family were especially appreciative of two special employees of Agrace hospice, Kevin Klingenmeyer and Mary McKeown, as well as Dr. Janelle Hupp, for their compassionate care and support of Bette and her family.

A private memorial service will be held in accordance with Bette's wishes.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Bette's memory can be made to Agrace hospice (https://www.agrace.org/donate/donate-today/), or 6:8 - Working to End Poverty (https://www.givesignup.org/DonationWebsite/68MakingServicePersonal/Donate).

Online condolences may be made at hooversonfuneralhomes.com.