Betty Jane Lawrence

Betty Jane Lawrence, 95, of Burlington, passed away Tuesday, March 12, 2024, with her family by her bedside.  She was born September 5, 1928, in Ohio, the daughter of the late Arthur Hirth and Ethel Rector (Conover). She is predeceased by her daughter, Sheryl Hensley "nee Exterkamp" & sister Dorothy (Dottie) Land.  She was a former bartender/waitress for Sky Chef for many years and is survived by her sons, Gary Exterkamp; James Lawrence (Missy); her grandchildren Chris Collins (Necie); Mandy Thomas; Devin Lawrence (Laura); Tara Rachuba (Brett);  Brittany Exterkamp; great-grandchildren Tristan Thomas, Hailey Fox (Evan); Celena Dean; Wyatt, Ella, Chloe Lawrence, Bentley, Remington & Lainey Rachuba, Saylor & Asher Fox, Colin & Cole Collins; and nephew. Betty known to many as "Gma Betty" & loved anything Betty Boop. She was a mom, gma, sister & friend to many. She lived for all of her grandkids. She loved crafts, crocheting, gardening, reading & sale/thrift shopping. She loved gambling in Vegas with her sister Dottie. If you were sick she made the best Hot Toddy around. And she loved to travel. She had the biggest heart and was the light of our family. We are forever grateful for the time we had with her. May she rest & rejoice with her mom, daughter, sister & many friends. Funeral services will be held 1PM Monday, March 18, 2024, at the Floral Hills Funeral Home, with Pastor Mike Sweeney officiating, with burial to follow at Floral Hills Memorial Gardens.  Visitation will be Monday from 11-1 PM.