Betty Jean (Wilson) Heiden, 71, passed away in Miller’s Merry Manor in Plymouth, at 3:55 p.m. on Monday, February 6, 2012.
Born in Plymouth on April 8, 1940, Betty was the daughter of Donald S. and Mary C. (Richard) Splix.
A lifetime Plymouth resident, she was raised in the Roman Catholic Faith and graduated from Plymouth High School. Betty was first married to William D. Wilson. She then married Carl F. Heiden on June 25, 1983 in Plymouth. Carl died on November 26, 1996.
Betty, a homemaker, was also a teacher’s aide at Washington school.
She enjoyed knitting and shopping and was a former member of Tri Kappa Sorority and Bunco group. Betty is survived by three daughters. They are: Tamela J. (Douglas) Voreis, Farmington, Conn., Debra K. (Steven) Slemp, Plymouth, and Patricia A. Wilson-Noell (Oak) of Skillman, NJ.
Surviving grandchildren are: Nathaniel, Alex, and Elliott Voreis, Stephanie and Hilary Slemp and Hazen and Kyra Noell, together with a sister-in-law, Teresa Splix, Plymouth, and several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her spouse, her parents, a brother, Stanton Splix, and nieces Sandra Splix and Peggy Splix Nelson.
Friends will be welcomed to share memories with the family in the Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home, 1100 N. Michigan St., Plymouth, on Thursday, February 9, 2012, from 4 to 7 p.m. Funeral services for Betty will be on Friday, February 10, 2012, at 10:30 a.m. The Rev. William Kummer, pastor of St. Michael Church will officiate.
Memorial contributions in Betty’s memory may be made to Multiple Sclerosis Foundation, 6520 North Andrews Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33309-2130
Rev. Steven J. Resner says
Our deepest condolence at the passing of Betty. She was valiant in her struggle over the years. May God bless and keep all of you in the faith.
Jeanie Andrews Martin says
Betty was a resident at Garden Courts when my mom lived there. She was a very kind lady and a friend to my mom! Rest in Peace Betty!
Cindy Cole Merton says
Debbie,
My prayers are with you and your family. Over the last couple of years the youth group has gone with the choir when they carol at Christmas and would bring a basket of personal care items for her use. They as well wish your family condolances.
Barb and .Bub Lowry says
Our sincere condolences to Betty\’s family. I will miss her at Millers Merry Manor. She has suffered for a very long time and now her suffering is over. She is in a place of peace celebrating with her family in heaven. God\’s blessing and peace be with all of you. Our prayers are with you
Sister Marilyn Oliver (Judy) says
My prayer and sympathy to Betty\’s family! I remember her well, both as a fellow St. Michael parishoner as well as a PHS schoolmate. May Betty rest in peace!
Shirley a. Gidley says
I remember her and her mother from the time that I moved here. I would like to send my thoughts and prayers for all her family and express my sympathy to each of you.
God bless.
Rev. Steven J. Resner says
Our deepest condolence at the passing of Betty. She was valiant in her struggle over the years. May God bless and keep all of you in the faith.
Jeanie Andrews Martin says
Betty was a resident at Garden Courts when my mom lived there. She was a very kind lady and a friend to my mom! Rest in Peace Betty!
Cindy Cole Merton says
Debbie,
My prayers are with you and your family. Over the last couple of years the youth group has gone with the choir when they carol at Christmas and would bring a basket of personal care items for her use. They as well wish your family condolances.
Barb and .Bub Lowry says
Our sincere condolences to Betty\’s family. I will miss her at Millers Merry Manor. She has suffered for a very long time and now her suffering is over. She is in a place of peace celebrating with her family in heaven. God\’s blessing and peace be with all of you. Our prayers are with you
Sister Marilyn Oliver (Judy) says
My prayer and sympathy to Betty\’s family! I remember her well, both as a fellow St. Michael parishoner as well as a PHS schoolmate. May Betty rest in peace!
Shirley a. Gidley says
I remember her and her mother from the time that I moved here. I would like to send my thoughts and prayers for all her family and express my sympathy to each of you.
God bless.