Betty J Styer's Obituary
Betty J. Styer, 87, of Casey, IL passed away at 11:30 p.m. on Friday, February 3, 2012 at Heartland Nursing Center, Casey, IL. She was born December 7, 1924, in Lima, OH, the daughter of Harold Orville Settlemire and Doris Winifred Sellers Settlemire. On December 25, 1945 she married Robert D. Styer. He passed away on May 19, 1987. Survivors include her daughters, Barbara Sanderson and husband Tom of Covington, OH, Bethany Styer of Lansing, MI and Bobbie Philippi of Charleston, IL; brother, Ray Settlemire and wife Rose of Spencerville, OH and seven grandchildren and four great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband and brother, William Settlemire. First and foremost Betty was dedicated to God, her family and her home life. She taught Religious Education in the 5 & 6 grade classes in the Findlay, OH schools. She also served as a Pastoral Assistant at the Casey United Methodist Church in the 1970's and 1980's. Betty attended the Casey United Methodist Church and the Casey White Oak Church of God. She volunteered many hours at Heartland Nursing Center in Casey, IL, where she also served on the board for 18 years. Betty had a servant's heart; she loved teaching children and was very active in the Youth Evergreen Program in the community. Betty was a dedicated caregiver to her husband, Bob for 10 years after he had a stroke. Celebration of Life services will be held at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, February 7, 2012 at the Casey White Oak Church of God with the Rev. Kenny Inman officiating. Graveside Committal will be at 9:30 a.m. prior to the service at the Casey Cumberland Cemetery, Casey, IL with Rev. Kenny Inman officiating. Visitation will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. on Monday evening at the Markwell Funeral Home, 200 N. Central Ave., Casey, IL. Memorial donations and contributions may be made to Alzheimer's Association, Greater Illinois Chapter, 303 N. Hershey Road, Suite 2A, Bloomington, IL 61704. Memorial tributes and condolences may be sent to the family at www.markwellfuneralhome.com. Markwell Funeral Home, Casey, IL is in charge of the arrangements. SERVICES Visitation Monday, February 06, 2012 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Markwell Funeral Home 200 N Central Ave Casey, IL 62420 Service Tuesday, February 07, 2012 10:00 AM Casey White Oak Church of God 3305 E. 1000th Rd Casey, IL
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