Elizabeth Ann "Betty" Von Bargen passed away April 23, 2017. She was born to Lloyd and Margaret (Schwegel) Merrel on May 6, 1945, in Chicago.
She married Milton R. Wilson in June of 1965 in Lewiston. They divorced in 1985. Betty married I. Rodney Von Bargen in September of 1985.
Betty worked as a typesetter and in the course of her career developed her own following of clients who requested her skills.
She is survived by her husband, Rod Von Bargen; children Jane (Gregg) Reed and Andy (Michelle) Wilson; sister Louise (Bill) Sharp; and brother Ray (Beth) Merrell.
Viewing for family and close friends will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at Malcom's Brower-Wann Funeral Home. A graveside service will follow at 2 p.m. at Normal Hill Cemetery.
Condolences
Linda Dial
Rodney...you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Saturday, April 29, 2017 3:44 PM
Judy Jacobs Litchfield
Betty and I had several nice lunch dates in the past few years. Her early personal story was incredible and through it all she maintained a joy. Rod was a saving grace. My condolences to her children. Please know that we, her school mates, loved her.
Saturday, April 29, 2017 9:49 AM
Emma Wilson Hoffman
Always loved her hugs and prayers to all
Friday, April 28, 2017 9:44 AM
Patty Hazelbaker Sparks
So sorry for your loss. I knew Betty since grade school, and she had done some work for me over the years.
Thursday, April 27, 2017 2:59 PM
Ronald Schwegel
Sorry for the loss of Betty
Thursday, April 27, 2017 6:16 AM
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