of Greenbrier, AR
April 8, 1927 - June 16, 2024
Betty Louise Keefer, 97, of Greenbrier, Arkansas reunited with the love of her life, Albert, on Sunday, June 16, 2024. Betty, more affectionately known as Grandma, was born at home April 8, 1927 to the late Elbe and Mary Wandel in Ionia, Michigan. She had two sisters and five brothers, all of whom have passed. Betty married Grandpa 6 days after her 18th birthday, on April 14, 1945. Grandma's job and she did it proudly, was taking care of her family. Her house always had fresh bread or donuts baking. Sunday dinners were the best because we knew she had spaghetti salad in her big pink bowl. Grandma was the Queen of cards, she out played us all. She loved all card games, but her favorite was canasta. Betty enjoyed playing well into her 90's. Grandma always had an ear to listen with, a heart full of love and the best hugs; we will miss you.
She is survived by her three children, Sandra (Dave) Feher, Dennis (Val) Keefer and Debra (Brian) Guge; five grandchildren, Scott Feher, Laura (John) Bristley, Lacie (Eric) Rasmussen, Anthony (Kelly) Guge, Melissa (Zac) Reynolds; many great-grandchildren and one great-great grand.
Visitation will be 6:00-8:00PM on Thursday, June 20, 2024 at Roller McNutt Funeral Home in Greenbrier, Arkansas. Graveside Service will be Friday, June 21st at 10:00AM at Crestlawn Memorial Park.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to Hospice Home care for the love and care they provided.
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9 Condolence(s)
Tamara tallant
Friday, September 20, 2024
This is way late but just saw it-Betty and Al were my very first neighbors out on skinner hill in Conway- back in 92. I once caught Al up on his roof right after having a heart attack- I banged on the screen door nearly giving Mrs Betty her own heart attack -to tell on him -as I knew he was NOT supposed to be up on the roof no matter what the problem!!! They teased me for a long time after that. They opened their home to us and introduced us to cold speghetti salad ! To this day I look for the pit in a can of cheeries as she told me she got one every time -funny what you remember about a person. And I still have several dish cloths she made me as a house warming gift when we moved away -they came to see our new home off sunny gap. We exchanged Christmas cards for the next 20 plus years. What sweet folks they were. So sorry I missed this. I would have paid my respects at her funeral.
97 years !!!!
Another lucky neighbor…….
Tamara and Steve Tallant
Gregg & Donette Minsky
Friday, June 21, 2024
Betty and Al were great neighbors and friends of my parents. The 4 of them were often on the patio together when we arrived for a visit. Betty always had a smile and a hug (and often a cold beer) to welcome us fellow Michiganders:)
Our sympathy to her family for their loss.
Denise Mankey Perrigo
Friday, June 21, 2024
I will, miss Betty Knew them, both her, + Al for over 50 years. The best neighbors, my parents, + I could have. I'm sorry, for your loss. Woil keep her, in my heart always
Maria Scroggins
Thursday, June 20, 2024
I WILL MISS YOU SO VERY MUCH.I HAVE SO MANY FOND MEMORIES TO ALWAYS CHERISH.Thanks for being My Other Mother.That will always mean the world to me.You have earned your wings.Go rest High on That Mountain now with the love of your life. LOVE YOUR OTHER DAUGHTER (MARIA)
Lisa Minsky
Tuesday, June 18, 2024
I always loved going over to Betty and Al’s when visiting my grandparents. I remember winning many sparkly rings and a big gold purse from our card games. Looking back, Betty probably let me win! So sorry to hear of her passing.
Julie Satterfield
Tuesday, June 18, 2024
So sorry for your loss. Betty was a sweet lady!! Love you guys! The Satterfield family
Jane Keefer
Tuesday, June 18, 2024
I always loved stopping. By for a visit. Which always included a game of cards.
Paul always loved her cry baby cookies. She gave me the recipe and I made them once. It made so many. I baked cookies for hours. Then I knew why she always had some in the freezer when we were there.
She will be remembered with love.
Donna & James Berry
Monday, June 17, 2024
Debbie, Missy, & family: Our thoughts & prayers are with you during this time on the loss of your mother! I didn't realize her whole name was Betty Louise, which just happened to be my mother's name too! She had lots of love surrounding her and I'm so glad I got to know her, even if only for a short time. May God wrapped His Loving Arms around each of you & give you comfort & peace.
Terry Eckley
Monday, June 17, 2024
She always had a story to tell with a smile at the end of the story. Wonder if it was true or not. Most of the time it was true. Rember one reunion her sisters were sitting together and they all had the same purses. We all lol.