Joseph W. Betts
Passed: March 19, 2019
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Joseph W. Betts
Passed: March 19, 2019
Obituary
Joseph W. Betts, age 75 of Sun City, AZ died March 19, 2019 in Sun City, AZ. He was born August 31, 1943 in Chicago, IL to Vincent and Isabella (Schafer) Betts. He served in the US Army achieving the rank of Specialist spcor-4. Joe was a proud owner of a 2011 Corvette ZR-1 and Vice President of Fast Glass Corvette Club. He was a member of Local Union 150 Operating Engineers for 45 years. He was a lifelong friend, loving grandfather, and a diehard Chicago Bears fan.
Joe is survived by his sons, Robert (Ruthie) Betts, and Michael (Kelly) Betts; brother Jim (Joanne) Betts; five grandchildren, Molly and Mikey Betts, and Blake, Caden, and Mason Betts; and his two constant companions, his cats, Harley and Janie. He was preceded in death by his wife, Judith (Bartello) Betts, and his parents, Vincent Betts and Isabella (Schafer) Betts.
A visitation will be held at 2:00 pm followed by a funeral service at 3:00 pm, Saturday, March 23, 2019 at Thompson Funeral Chapel, 926 S. Litchfield Road, Goodyear, AZ 85338. Burial will be at St Michael The Archangel Cemetery, 1185 W. Algonquin Road, Palatine, IL. The family suggests that donations be made to Fur Keeps Animal Rescue, Barrington Hill, IL.
6 responses to Joseph W. Betts
Don Tobin - Sun Country Corvette Club says:
March 22, 2019
I remember Joe for his quick smile. When Pat & I joined Sun Country Corvette Club Joe was one of the first that made us feel at home. On all of the rode excursions, Joe had constantly had a thermal container of coffee. Of course this also necessitated in many pit stops. “Joe the Man” will be missed by all that knew him.
Glenn & Marsha Kendrick says:
March 23, 2019
Deepest sympathy
John & Jessica Czop says:
March 23, 2019
Our deepest Sympathy to the Bett’s Family
Linda Babcock says:
March 24, 2019
Joe you will be missed by oh so many friends who have come to know you over the past few years. You were a good friend and fun to be with. Rest in peace our friend.
David O'Neill says:
April 12, 2019
Bobby & Michael,
This has just gobsmacked me. I remember all the tales of my Mom told about growing up around your Dad (and Jimmy as well). I remember family events when we got together (though they grew rare as time wore on) and loved how odd and funny he was (and I adored your Mother and grandmother). I always sensed the Schafer side of the family was full of great and wonderful people.
And he could have a good party anywhere!!
And though it’s been a while since I last saw him, I know I’ll miss him forever.
My deepest condolences, cousins. Much love to you both
David