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Betsy Ross Obituary

Betsy Ross, born Mary Elizabeth Ross, December 7, 1949 - July 31, 2004, Beloved Sister, Aunt and Great-aunt.

Her sweetness, love, intelligence and beauty will be greatly missed.

Betsy was fourth generation Humboldt County. In the mid ‘60s, as a teenager, she was known as a beautiful girl who drove around in a black Stingray Corvette, who had lots of friends she loved to party with. She attended Humboldt State University. Her first great love was Steve Jacobs, and they always had a special place in each other’s hearts. She later married Denny Filkins for a few years.

Betsy lived and sold real estate in Palm Springs. She loved the desert as well as Humboldt County. She was an incredible chef. She loved to dine out and enjoyed swimming. She loved to visit with her friends and eat good food and drink good wine.

She is survived by her stepfather, William D. Montapert; sister, Nancy Ross Powers; two nieces, Shannon Ross Bearden and Simone Ross Powers; and great-nephew, Austin Samuel Bearden, whom she loved to teach to cook.

Her parents passed away before her, Marilyn Jane Henry Ross Montapert and Harold E. Ross.

Betsy was dearly loved and will be dearly missed.

To celebrate Betsy and Marilyn’s lives, there will be a memorial in Eureka on Saturday, August 14, 2004, from 1 to 4 p.m. A memorial will also be held in Palm Springs on August 16, 2004. Please call Nancy for more information, 707-822-2152.

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Published by Times-Standard on Aug. 3, 2004.

Memories and Condolences
for Betsy Ross

18 Entries

Pat Peters

August 22, 2004

To the family of Betsy Ross,

I never met Betsy but know of your family through my late aunt, Blythe Nicol. I was saddened by the death of Mrs. Montapert and now Betsy is gone all too soon. My aunt treasured the many years of friendship and kindness your family showed her. My condolences go out to all of you.

Melody Mairs Barsuglia

August 11, 2004

Dear Nancy,

I was so saddened to hear of Betsy's death. I have such fond and vivid memories of growing up as neighbors and sharing so many fun and memorable times together. Mom and I send our deepest sympathies and hope that the support and caring of friends and family will help you through this difficult time.

Please take care and know that our thoughts are with you.

Melody

Sally Deskin

August 8, 2004

Betsy was the nicest girl i have ever met. She will be missed dearly by me and many others.

Lynn Cunningham

August 6, 2004

Nancy,

I was so sorry to hear about Betsy. We went to school together and I have many memories of her. I always was in hopes we would see her at a class reunion and unfortunately the past few we didn't. Please accept our sincere sympathy for your family and the loss of a sweet and beautiful person. Lynn & Gary Cunningham

The Bingham Family

August 5, 2004

Nancy and family,

We are so very sorry to hear of your loss. The four of us, Dorothy, Bev, Gayle & Craig, each have special memories of Betsy that will keep her forever in our hearts.

Your are in our special prayers,

Paul Beckhart

August 5, 2004

Nancy:

Barret and I extend our deepest sympathy to you and your family on your loss. You and Betsy are in our thoughts and have our prayers.

Paul

karen clement

August 5, 2004

I was so sorry to here about Betsy.We went to high school together. She was a lovely person.

Bill Wilkinson

August 4, 2004

Nancy,

Sorry to hear of Betsy's death. During times at Humboldt we all had alot of good times together. She was fun to be around and always made those around her smile.

Bill Wilkinson

Nancy Mathews

August 4, 2004

Nancy -- I'm so sorry about Betsy.I remember our summers swimming at the Ingomar and sleep-overs at each others homes. I even remember your dog "Lucky".I haven't seen either of you in years but your whole family has a large place in my childhood memories. My sympathies.

Heidi Hunt-Kagarakis

August 4, 2004

Nancy, I have wonderful pictures of Betsy at my birthday parties. Your mother and sister were gracious as well as beautiful.I did not know that your mother had passed away. Betsy was a fabulous cook at 13.

I remember the wedding shower my mom put on for Betsy.

I am sad to think she is no longer with us.

Heidi and family

Lila (Schoonmaker) Bollmann

August 4, 2004

Nancy--

I'm sorry to hear of the loss of your sister, Betsy. I spent the night at your house when we were in high school, your sister was getting married soon and there were presents everywhere. She was so excited about the prospect of opening all of them! I also remember her driving around in her Corvette, beautiful and sassy.

May you find comfort in her memory and knowing others are holding you in prayer.

Jan Nash Hunt

August 4, 2004

Nancy, it's been a long time since I saw you or Betsy, but I have many fond memories (certainly of her and the Corvette) you and the rest of the gang all riding our horses, and your dear mother. I was too young to know your father. I am so sorry to hear about your sister and send my sympathy (as well as for your mother). I remember attending Betsy's bridal shower- was it at Baywood? We send our love and hugs of encouragement to you and family members- sincerely, Jan Nash Hunt and Howdy Hunt

Bonnie DuMond

August 4, 2004

Nancy, Betsy was a classmate of mine (EHS '67). I haven't seen her in years but she will be missed.

Linda (Francis)Gonzalez

August 4, 2004

Dear Nancy,

I am so very sad to hear of your loss. I met Betsy in 1963 at EJHS (the old jacobs jr high) and continued to know her through high school. She will not be forgotten by her old classmates. I will always remember her beauty and friendship. Linda Francis Gonzalez (class of 1968)

Brent Howatt

August 4, 2004

Nancy,

I was saddened to hear of Betsy's passing. I had been thinking of her just the day before I read the obituary. My daughter Emily is now living in my grandmother's old place across the back fence from your E Street house, and I was telling her stories about playing with Betsy when I was very young. She was my first friend other than my brother, and I have many fond memories of her. I last saw her a few years ago, just by chance, and we had a nice chat. She was truly a beautiful person. My thoughts are with you and your family.

Brent

Pam Dalton Kisela

August 4, 2004

Nancy,

I was so sorry to hear about Betsy. Although it has been many years since we have all seen each other, the memories still remain and always will.

Pam Dalton Kisela

Robin Kuhnle

August 3, 2004

Betsy's beauty was legendary.

Penny Dalton Beinart

August 3, 2004

Nancy

Mom, Pam and I are so sorry to hear about Betsy. Out thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

Penny Dalton Beinart

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