Betty Lou Midlam

Betty Lou Midlam, 96, of Albany, IN, formerly of Redkey, IN, joined her Lord and Savior in Glory on Tuesday, February 4, 2025, peacefully at Parker Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center. Betty was born in Redkey, IN, on October 12, 1928, a daughter of the late Greta Lucille (Wise) and Denzel E. Shrack. She was a 1946 graduate of Redkey High School, former Redkey Wolves Cheerleader and Drum Corp, the loving wife of the late Richard D. Midlam and a devoted homemaker for her family. She was formerly employed by the Pennville Feed Mill, First State Bank of Dunkirk and Dr. Fiederlein in Muncie, IN. Betty was a faithful woman of God, member of the Redkey United Methodist Church, Delta Theta Tau Sorority and enjoyed singing in the church choir, with her sister for local events and gatherings, and helping at the church whenever possible. She loved reading, working with her flowers, feeding the birds, watching Perry Mason, Gun Smoke, or dogs playing, riding in the convertible or on the gator and watching her family swimming and playing at the lake. Her family will always treasure the laughter shared every Christmas morning at 6 Am sharp, with every detail perfectly done, by their elegant, yet funny mother, with a heart of gold. She is survived by her daughters; Karen L. Case (Steve), Kathy L. Fuqua (Rock), son; Richard Midlam (Sherry), brother; Henry M. Shrack (Amy), 6 grandchildren; Todd (Cathy), Andy (special friend Raeanne), Joshua (Cara), Melissa (Chad), Stormy, Jeff (Christina), 17 great grandchildren, 3 great great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Betty was preceded in death by her parents, husband Richard, lifelong friend and father of her daughters; Ed Clark, 2 sons; Jeff and Ray Midlam, 2 brothers; Charles E. Shrack, William L. Shrack, sister; B. Jean Rahe, 5 grandchildren; Chris, Ryan, Tammy, Christian, and Jason. Visitation will be held on Thursday, February 6, 2025, from 4-8 PM and Friday, February 7, 2025, from 10-11 AM at MJS Mortuaries - Redkey Chapel. Funeral services will be held on Friday, February 7, 2025, at 11 AM with Pastor Randy Davis officiating. Burial will be held privately in Gardens of Memory Cemetery in Muncie, IN. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Redkey United Methodist Church (122 West Main St. Redkey, IN. 47373). A special thank you to the nurses and staff at Parker Health Care for the comfort and compassion shown to Betty and her family. Arrangements have been entrusted to MJS Mortuaries - Redkey Chapel.
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