Betty Russian

Mrs. Betty Jo Russian (Harvey), 77 of Westville, IL. and Chandler, AZ passed away July 29, 2008 at 3:15pm, with family at her side in Tempe, Arizona. Betty was born July 6, 1931 in Hot Springs, AK. In addition, was preceded in death (May 2001) by her husband of 46 years, Major (Ret.) John L. Russian of Westville, IL. Betty is survived by her 6 children, 17 grand children, and 10 great-grand children: Sheila (Bill) Decker of Santa Maria, CA, their son John (Marisa), (Xavier great grandson), and daughter Wendy Beckman (Jim); Cary (Janet) Russian of Hereford, AZ, their children Holly (Patrick) Migge (Ashley great granddaughter), Melissa (Ronnie) Rife (Hannah and Allyson great grand daughters), Aaron (Tyler great grandson), Kara (Raina great grand daughter), and Mary Jo (Caleb great grandson); Kim (Charlie) Barrett of Chandler, AZ, their children Charlie B. (Jill) Barrett (Zella great grand daughter), Andrea Edgeworth (Dallas and Ella great grandchildren), April Barrett, and Randall Barrett; Eric (Denise) Russian of Tempe, AZ, and their sons Blake and Frank; Mark (Tricia) Russian of Catlin, Il, and their daughter, Elizabeth (Charlie) Jeffers and son, Matthew; and John (Sara) Russian of Greenville, NC, and their daughter, Rachel and son, Zachery, and Brenna Atchinson a special family member and dear friend As wife of a military officer, Betty lived her early years overseas, returning to the United States in the early 60s, settled in Westville, IL. in 1969. After the passing of the love of her life, John in 2001, she enjoyed her retirement years with her family in Arizona. Betty retired as Banquet Manager of the Days Inn, Danville, IL. She was a blessed woman who enjoyed her children and work. She dedicated the majority of her life to the food industry where she took special pride in caring for the banquet needs of those in and outside the community. This was her second passion in life. Bettys favorite pastime was traveling, entertaining, and enjoying her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. She had a strong sense of family and love for her children. Along with that came a deep pride in her children and their accomplishments. She always treated people with respect and dignity and we will miss her sweet and loving spirit. We invite family and friends to join us in celebrating Bettys life. Services will be held at First Assembly of God Church, Danville, IL, on Monday August 4, 2008 at 11:00am with Pastor Dave Rumley officiating. Burial will follow Mondays service at Danville National Cemetery. Visitation will be at Sunset Funeral Home and Cremation Center in Danville on Sunday, August 3, 2008, from 2:00pm until 5:00pm. E-mail condolences may be sent to the family at www.sunsetfuneralhome.com