Betty Jean Rabourn went home to be with the Lord and her family on November 24, 2018. Betty was born September 15, 1924 to Estella Opal (Howery) Richardson and Jerry Ellsworth Richardson. Betty had lived and worked a full 94 years in Marion County Indiana. Betty married Robert Alfred Rabourn on his leave from the service during WWII, April 1, 1943. They celebrated their 50th anniversary in 1993.
Betty was preceded in death by both parents, her husband Robert Rabourn, her daughter Linda S. Hill (Raymond), Grandson-in-law Troy Duncan (Amy), brothers: Jay P Richardson (Lavern deceased) and Albert G Richardson (Jewell), sisters: Iona Wineberg (Chuck deceased) and Pauline Cooper (Tom deceased). She is survived by her daughter Patricia A. Hall (Albert), Grandchildren: Patrick A.Hall (Robin), Amy J Duncan (Troy), William Johnson (Renea), Elizabeth Hill, Stephanie Hill, and 11 Great Grandchildren.
Betty retired after working many years for Macys (L.S. Ayres) payroll department. Betty helped prepare the payroll records for the Barton House Nursing home and for Highland Nursing home. Her math abilities were outstanding. Betty loved to knit sweaters for herself, her girls, and Grandkids. She was also adept at painting pictures of birds and then gave the pictures to her girls and grandchildren. Oh, Yes she was famous for her potato salad, which no one has been able to duplicate.
Betty and Robert spent many happy hours boating and camping in Indiana, Texas, and Arizona.
Visitation will be held Thursday, November 26, 2018, at Indiana Funeral Care South, 2433 E Main St., Greenwood, IN 46143 from noon to 2:00 p.m. A funeral service will follow at 2:00 p.m. then burial at Acton Cemetery.
Chambers Family says
My condolences to you and your family on the loss of your dear loved one. Losing a loved one is a distressing and painful time. We have assurance from God’s word at Psalm 34:18 that he is near to those brokenhearted and he saves those crushed in spirit. It is my hope that your family will find strength to endure during the days ahead.
James says
My deepest sympathy for your loss. What seems to be a long life is never long enough where our loved ones are concerned. Our Heavenly Father Jehovah feels the same way. That is why He has promised to swallow up death forever and soon end all our suffering. (Rev. 21:3-5; Isa. 25:8) May His promises be a soothing balm for your grieving hearts.
Don and Deane Rabourn says
Don and I are sorry for your loss. We know she is in a better place resting in the arms of the Lord. We will be unable to be with you at the funeral.