Elisabeth "Betty Anne" Bantz's Obituary
Elisabeth H. "Betty Anne" (Hewitt) Bantz, 72 yrs., of Columbia, IL, passed away at Memorial Hospital, Belleville, IL. She was born in Boston, MA, the daughter of the late Merton and Lona (Locke) Hewitt. Betty Anne was an artist in many areas. She was a singer, composer and guitar player, whose deep, unwavering Christian faith in all aspects of her life touched the hearts of many. She worked as an editor and published four novels. In the visual arts she worked with graphic design, house-plans, painting and drawing.She was married to Harold Bantz, who survives her. They were married on June 24, 1961, at Aurora, IL.
VisitationTuesday, June 21, 2011 4:00 pm - 8:00 pmLawlor Funeral Home, andWednesday, June 22, 2011 9:00 am - 11:00 am, at the churchprior to services
Celebration of Life ServicesWednesday, June 22, 2011, 11:00 amBethany United Methodist Church1608 Hill Top RoadColumbia, IL 62236
IntermentA Family Graveside Service to follow
Memorial ContributionsIn lieu of other types of gifts, donations can be made to the American Cancer Society, or "in memory of Betty Anne Bantz" to Mustard Seed Theatre www.mustardseedtheatre.com.
SurvivorsHusband, Harold Bantz of Columbia, ILChildren, Deanna (Steve) Jent of Webster Groves, MO, Darren (Kim) Bantz of Waterboro, ME, Dean (Leah) Bantz of Waterloo, IL, Dorianne (Jim) Vogt of Columbia, IL, and Don (Elizabeth) Bantz of Waterloo, IL15 Grandchildren Sisters, Marjorie Brill, Harlene (Bob) Fabian, Merlyn (Jim) Rutherford, and Patricia VanAlstyne Brother, Ladd (Maxine) Hewitt Other relatives and friends
Also Preceded In Death ByBrother, Robbie HewittSister, Myrtha Freethy
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