Betty Jean Stowers

March 24, 1923 — March 6, 2016

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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Betty Jean Stowers

March 24, 1923 — March 6, 2016

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