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A private family ceremony will take place with burial at Elmwood Cemetery.
Betty Rose Greenwood, age 87, of Flora, Illinois, passed away Sunday evening, April 26, 2020, at her home surrounded by her loving family.
Betty was born May 10, 1932, in Clay County, Illinois, the daughter of Pearl Williams and Faye (Staley) Williams. She was united in marriage to Ranard L. Greenwood on November 16, 1948, in Flora, Illinois, and together they have shared 71 years of marriage.
Betty loved all her family and especially cherished the moments she shared with her grandchildren. She was always interested in keeping up with their sporting activities. She looked forward to working in her flower beds and had a great fondness for her roses. She loved country music and often reflected on her warm memories of dancing at the Flora Hub. On weekends you could often find her and Ranard enjoying the outdoors while staying at their cabin on Trago Lake. Betty was a member of First Baptist Church in Louisville.
She is survived by her husband: Ranard Greenwood of Flora; 5 children: Tom (Pat) Greenwood of Xenia, Danny (Debbie) Greenwood of Flora, Debbie (Matt) Kuenstler of Louisville, Marty Greenwood (Gena Block) of Flora, and Rodney Greenwood of Flora; 38 grandchildren; 52 great-grandchildren; and 10 great-great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents; a grandson: Nick Compton; a granddaughter: Ashley Ames; 3 great-grandsons; 1 great-granddaughter; 5 brothers: Joe, Ben, Roy, Frank, and Otis Williams; and 2 sisters: Lillie and Flossie Kneff.
A private family ceremony will take place with burial at Elmwood Cemetery. Arrangements are in the care of Frank & Bright Funeral Home in Flora. Memorial donations are suggested to assist the family with placing a monument. To share a condolence or memory visit: www.frankandbright.com
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Ranard and Family: You have our heartfelt sympathies in the loss of your beautiful wife, mother and grandmother. Betty was always so gracious and kind and her love for you and the kids was always present. We’ll remember that she always had a sweet smile on her face. As kids growing up, she was the neighborhood mom who always had cookies and kind words to share. She will be missed by all who know her. Y’all are in our thoughts and prayers. May you feel God’s love, comfort and peace during this trying time. Heaven has gained a beautiful angel. RIP Betty❤️
Our hearts are breaking but we know we will see Aunt Betty again at that great gathering in the sky. Love and prayers to all of her family. Larry & Joyce Henderson
Debbie, and all the rest of the family, we are so sorry you lost your mom. She is in such a much better place, and we will all see her again. She was soft spoken as we knew her here, but, I am sure in heaven, she is flying high with her new angel wings and having a wonderful time!! Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. We love you.
You are all in our prayers. We're so sorry for your loss.
Greenwood Family, so sorry for your loss. Such a sweet lady to have years of memories to remember.
I think of Betty and I see the soft spoken lady with the pretty face that always had a smile. I think of Betty and I see Raynard by her side and holding hands. A good neighbor to all of us kids growing up. My deepest sympathies to Raynard, Tom, Danny, Deb, Marty, Rod, and their families. My thoughts and prayers to all. Godspeed on your journey kind lady.
Betty was beautiful inside and out. She has always had a kind heart and was always full of love. The best role model there could ever be. Her and Ranard had a marriage anyone would want. I was so blessed by Betty. I will never forget her. Praying for her family. Love you all.
So sorry for your loss.
So sorry for your loss.
Heaven has gained another angel...hang tight to your memories of this sweet and kind lady....
Aunt Betty and Uncle Ranard were so special. Aunt Betty was always so nice and loving. She was a God send to all that knew her sure will be missed. Ranard, Tom, Danny. Deb, Marty, Rod and families. Prayers.
So sorry for your loss. Many prayers for peace and comfort to all. Will miss her smiling face at church.
Thoughts and prayers for all who loved her, she will be greatly missed
We are so sorry for your loss. She was so welcoming to Wendy and family. Over 30 years we have known the Greenwood family. Our hearts go out to all her extended family. She will be sorely missed. RIP lovely lady. Prayers and hugs.
So sorry for your loss my thoughts and prayers go out to you all.
This is hard to write because Betty was like a second mother to me. She helped me learn so many things about being a wife and a mother. She always had a sweet, patient way and made the best out of every situation. From keeping a spotless house to making the best no-lump gravy, she was the supreme homemaker! And she always tended to her family with just as much attention enthusiasm! I pray that you all will find comfort knowing that she is at rest now and enjoying her heavenly reward.
Praying for the family. So sorry to hear.
Aunt Betty, I will always remember you and your beautiful soul. Heaven gained an Angel......I will miss you and am praying for the family.🙏❤
Aunt Betty was such a sweet and classy lady. She brightened every room with her smile and pleasant demeanor. Her laughter at some of Uncle Ranard’s silliness was genuine and showed that she had a true kind heart. Glad I got to visit them right before the lockdown. Ranard brought out Betty’s high school picture and showed me that day. He adored her so much after 71 years of true love and marriage. Love to all my cousins that called her Mom or Grandma. And of course love to Uncle Ranard. God be with you all.
Sorry for your loss Debbie. Your mother was a sweet lady. Prayers for you and your family.
Hugs to the whole family. Betty was so sweet.
So sorry for your loss. Betty was a wonderful lady and I always enjoyed talking with her when I worked at IGA. Prayers of comfort for all the family.
Such a sweet lady and adored by her husband and family
So sorry for your loss
Prayers for family and friends. So sorry for your loss. 😥 Betty was a lovely , and always pleasant lady.
Sorry for your loss.
We will cherish all the memories of her forever. Love her always. Condolences to all the family.
Tom, Pat and all the Greenwood family, may God grant you comfort and peace through this trying time.
She was loved and will be greatly missed by all. So sorry for your loss.
So very sorry for the loss of your mother. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Sorry for your loss
So sorry for your loss!
Debbie and Matt, Dannie and Debbie and family, I am so sorry for the loss of your Mom. She was a very kind and loving Woman. May you find Peace in knowing she is in Heaven.
Sorry for your loss. Hugs and Kisses. Prayers for you all
So sorry for your loss of Betty! She was a wonderful woman!!!! We will be praying for you all!!!!
My heart breaks for your family. Betty was such a wonderful lady. Thinking of you all! ❤️
Heart felt prayers to all. Betty will always be remembered as a loving, giving and gracious lady. She will be missed.
Heaven received a beautiful sweet lady this week. Sending love and prayers for Ranard and family. May God comfort all. Aunt Jeannine
Brian and I send our deepest condolences to Danny, Deb, Rodney, and the Greenwood family. May God give you peace and comfort during this most difficult time.
My heart goes out to all the family, may she Rest in Peace.
So sorry for your loss. She was a beautiful lady. Sending prayers for all.
Raynard I think of you often. You and Betty are great parents. I know you will miss her. I’ll never forget you and your family and all you have done for the community and school district. You always had a smile and were willing to help. Your family is in our prayers
Very sorry for your loss, may God Bless and keep you
So sorry for your loss.
Dear Ranard and all the Greenwood family, I’m so very sorry for your loss. I have fond memories of Betty and all the Greenwood family. We couldn’t have been more fortunate than to have your family as our neighbors. How blessed we were by your friendship. Sending love and sympathy.
So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sorry for your loss. God bless you & comfort you in your time of need.
Thinking of you and praying that God will comfort your family during this sad time.
Sorry for your loss!
I am so saddened to hear of your loss. Your mom was such a sweet lady. It is also very sad that it had to happen in this time when no one can physically be there to support you and let you know that you will be in our hearts and prayers. Please know that even though we aren't allowed to be there you are still surrounded by people that are thinking of you and sending you their love. Julie
Very sorry for your loss. Prayers for the family.
Betty is the love of my life and will be lost without her.
we are So Sorry for your Loss...
One of the sweetest ladies I ever had the chance to know, with a heart for Jesus and a smile for everyone. She will be deeply missed.
Ranard, I am so sorry for your loss. I know how you will miss Betty. But God is good, as you know, and she is at peace with him. God bless and keep you.
Tom and Pat and family, I just heard about your loss this morning. I am so very sorry. This is a very sad time and my thoughts and prayers are with you.
It's been a pleasure to get to get to know Ranard and Betty as nieghbors. She was a wonderful example of wife and mother. I looked forward to seeing them on their daily walks.
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