Memories & Tributes

Tell us about Bette

She fed people, gathered people, and made room for everyone. Her door was always open, and she loved nothing more than getting friends and family together. If you have a story — a meal at Harvest House, a float down the river, an evening around her table — this is the place for it.

Gathering memories…

Her own words

Betty’isms

She had a line for everything. Some of them we’ll be quoting forever. If you can hear her saying something in your head right now, add it here — this list grows with whatever you remember.

Gathering her sayings…

“Play nice!”

A familiar Bette send-off, often paired with “Kick Butt!” — equal parts encouragement and reminder.

From the family

“I kinda like you too! I think I’ll keep ya!”

Bette’s affectionate answer when family told her “I love you,” usually delivered with a sparkle in her eye, a big smile, and her famous dimpled grin.

From the family

“Oh, the Places You’ll Go!”

This Dr. Seuss book was Bette’s recurring gift and message at milestones, accomplishments, and transitions. Even when life gets hard, keep going, keep shining, keep on keeping on — and above all, know that you are loved, whether near or far.

From the family

Tell us about Bette

Betty’isms

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