1927
Betty
2013
Betty A De Craene
May 4, 1927 — December 14, 2013
Betty Lou De Craene, 86, of Moline, died Saturday, December 14, 2013 at Hope Creek Care Center, East Moline, Illinois.
Per her wishes cremation rites will be accorded and inurnment will be at Mt. Olivet Cemetery in Kewanee on May 3, 2014, where she will be laid to rest next to her beloved husband. Esterdahl Mortuary & Crematory, Ltd., Moline, is assisting the family with arrangements. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Betty's name to Hope Creek Memory Care.
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Betty was born on May 4, 1927, in Kewanee, IL, the daughter of Kent and Elizabeth (Girkin) Anderson.
She married Richard "Dick" F. De Craene on July 3, 1948, in Kewanee, and they moved to Madison, WI, where they shared most of their lives together. He preceded her in death on June 13, 2013.
Betty's life revolved around her family, friends and neighbors. She loved Christmas and was well known for her delicious treats and wonderful parties. Betty enjoyed gardening, camping, knitting, and driving trips.
Survivors include
Daughter Marabeth (Rex) Robertson Moline, IL
Son Tom (Marcy) De Craene Bloomfield Hills, MI
Granddaughters Leanne De Craene Los Angeles, CA
Allison De Craene Bloomfield Hills, MI
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and son, Rich.
The family wishes to send a special thank you to all of the staff at Hope Creek Memory Care who provided loving care and support for Betty.
Betty asked that this message be shared: "When I come to the end of the road, and the sun has set for me, I want no rites in a gloom-filled room. Why cry for a soul set free? Miss me a little - but not too long, and not with your head bowed low. Remember the love that was once shared. Miss me, but let me go." - Anonymous
Online condolences may be left for her family by visiting esterdahl.com.
Per her wishes cremation rites will be accorded and inurnment will be at Mt. Olivet Cemetery in Kewanee on May 3, 2014, where she will be laid to rest next to her beloved husband. Esterdahl Mortuary & Crematory, Ltd., Moline, is assisting the family with arrangements. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Betty's name to Hope Creek Memory Care.
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Betty was born on May 4, 1927, in Kewanee, IL, the daughter of Kent and Elizabeth (Girkin) Anderson.
She married Richard "Dick" F. De Craene on July 3, 1948, in Kewanee, and they moved to Madison, WI, where they shared most of their lives together. He preceded her in death on June 13, 2013.
Betty's life revolved around her family, friends and neighbors. She loved Christmas and was well known for her delicious treats and wonderful parties. Betty enjoyed gardening, camping, knitting, and driving trips.
Survivors include
Daughter Marabeth (Rex) Robertson Moline, IL
Son Tom (Marcy) De Craene Bloomfield Hills, MI
Granddaughters Leanne De Craene Los Angeles, CA
Allison De Craene Bloomfield Hills, MI
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and son, Rich.
The family wishes to send a special thank you to all of the staff at Hope Creek Memory Care who provided loving care and support for Betty.
Betty asked that this message be shared: "When I come to the end of the road, and the sun has set for me, I want no rites in a gloom-filled room. Why cry for a soul set free? Miss me a little - but not too long, and not with your head bowed low. Remember the love that was once shared. Miss me, but let me go." - Anonymous
Online condolences may be left for her family by visiting esterdahl.com.
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