Betty Jean Stowers

Mar 24th, 1923 - Mar 6th, 2016
7 Guests

Service:

Rose Hill Cemetery

Fri, Mar. 11th, 2016 2 pm

Burial:

Rose Hill Cemetery

Fri, Mar. 11th, 2016 2 pm

Betty Jean Stowers, age 92, of Merritt Island, FL, formerly of Marion, IL, passed at 3:40 am, on Sunday, March 6, 2016 at her residence.

She was born on Saturday, March 24, 1923, in Marion, IL, the daughter of William and Mable (Marshall) Pemberton. Betty was united in marriage to Elwin Eugene (Gene) Stowers on April 7, 1946, in Carterville, IL and together they enjoyed over 52 years of marriage until his death on October 12, 1998. They had two children, Vicki Darlene (Stowers) Hickey, and Richard Eugene Stowers, (Rick).

Betty’s life was of humble beginnings but she left a rich legacy in the family and friends who love and miss her. Her coal mining heritage taught her the value of hard work and how to make do with less when times were hard. Her faith in God was strong, and as a proud member of Third Baptist Church she served others, delivering cakes or pies to those who were sick or in need of a friend. She enjoyed quiet activities; camping, reading, and dinners with family. Her grandchildren will always remember her feisty spirit and her loving heart.

She is survived by her daughter, Vicki, and son in law, Robert (Deon) Hickey, of Merritt Island, FL. Five grandchldren, Jason and Christi Stowers, Melbourne, FL, Benjamin and Abeba Hickey, Jackson, TN, Jonathan and Joye Hickey, Ocoee, FL, Ryan Stowers, Bolingbrook,IL, Shea (Hickey) and Jon Althoff, Nashville, TN. Fourteen greatgrand children, Devonne Stowers, Jordan Stowers, Morgan Stowers all of Melbourne FL. Mia Stowers, Bolingbrook, IL. Noel Hickey, Eva Hickey, Miles Hickey, Simon Hickey, and Dexter Hickey all of Ocoee FL. Maraki Hickey, Zema Hickey, Jackson, TN. Ella Althoff, Zoe Althoff, and Annabelle Althoff, and Baby Boy Althoff coming in July, Nashville, TN. Two sister’s in law, Cynthia Pemberton and Virginia Pemberton, a host of neices and nephews and other extended family and many friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents and husband; son, Rick Stowers; four brothers, Leland Pemberton, Eldon Pemberton, Charles Pemberton, and William (Bill) Pemberton; two sisters, Reva Hope and Maxine Kelley; She has a host of family members and dear friends who are rejoicing with her as she is in the arms of her loving Father.

There will be a graveside service at the Rose Hill Cemetery on Friday, March 11, 2016 at 2:00 pm with Dr. Jerry Ford officiating.. Internment will be next to her husband in Rose Hill Cemetery. Family and friends are asked to gather directly at the cemetery. Mitchell-Hughes Funeral Home in Marion is assisting the family with arrangements.

The funeral Memorial will be on Thursday, March 24, 2016 at Third Baptist Church at 2:00 pm. The family invites friends and family to celebrate the life and legacy of their precious Mom and grandmother.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Third Baptist Church. Envelopes will be available by mail to Mitchell-Hughes Funeral Home, 800 North Market Street, Marion, Illinois 62959 or the day of the memorial service at the church.

 




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7 Guestbook Messages

  • Guest: Sam & Glatha Smith

    From: , Illinois

    Date: March 8, 2016

    Lots of fond memories! Our love and prayers go out to the family.

  • Guest: Kathy French (Stowers)

    From: Newburgh In, Illinois

    Date: March 8, 2016

    She was a wonderful mother in law. Always very kind to me. She loved the roast beef sandwiches whe she would diet. She could have two but only the bun from one.

  • Guest: Gena Edstrom Bartimus

    From: Stockport, Ohio

    Date: March 9, 2016

    My fondest memories of your Mama……Oh Lord lets see….so many. I loved going to Marion. Your Dad and Mom were always the sweetest people. When I think of your Mom I always see her in the kitchen.
    She was the best cook ever!! Bar none…..
    And she just welcomed you in a way that filled your heart with joy.

    She was one of a kind that’s for sure. And I am blessed to have had her in my life.
    Everyone needs an Aunt Betty….

    I can just see her Mom and Grams….Cackling like hens about now…laughin….

    Give Deon my love and you take care. Hopefully someday we will get together.

  • Guest: Mike and Brenda Smith

    From: Panama City Beach, Florida

    Date: March 9, 2016

    We have many fond memories of being part of the “Pemberton” family. I will always remember how much help Betty was when Dad passed away. She was a very special lady to all of us. May God bless your entire family.

  • Guest: Teddy Edstrom

    From: Dublin, Ohio

    Date: March 10, 2016

    My thoughts and prayers are with you . Aunt Betty has always had a very special place in my heart .If not for Aunt Betty I never would have been able to say I have a cousin named Vicki Hickey. It would always put a smile on my face and take me back to Marion and smell them pies and think of you all when I could share that with someone,.

  • Guest: Jeff P. Smith

    From: Marion, Illinois

    Date: March 10, 2016

    I will always remember Betty as the Angel who came to help Mom when Dad was sick and as Uncle Heff’s sister. Betty was always a lot of fun at the Pemberton reunions and at the Third Baptist. I’m sure, Betty, Opal and Ovalee are giggling and celebrating as I write this.

  • Guest: Guy and Yolonde Peterson

    From: Marion, Illinois

    Date: March 13, 2016

    Vicki and All, Please accept my deepest sympathy. I so appreciated your mother with her loving spirit and upbeat attitude and, of course, her backing and support of you, Rick, the grand kids, and the music program and me. She was the best. I don’t know if you knew that your Uncle Bill and Virginia were in school with me although ahead by 2 or 3 years. Prayers for all.