Betty Post

With a wonderful laugh and a personality all her own, Betty Post was a well loved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister and friend. A caring woman with concern for others, her faith was evident in all she did. She leaves much to be remembered and will be dearly missed.

Involved in the throes of war, World War II found Americans rationing everyday items and collecting goods for the war effort. Although it was a time of great sacrifice, the entertainment world brought forth a wealth of movies and the sound of the big bands captured the airways. A welcome deviation from everyday worries, nothing compared to the diversion on the minds of Arthur and Iva (Stecker) Lynch as they celebrated the birth of their youngest child, Betty, born on June 28, 1940 in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

Joining two older siblings, life took a tragic turn for Betty’s family when she was five months old when her father died unexpectedly. A time of hardship for the family, her mother was left to raise Betty and her siblings alone until she eventually remarried. In time Betty was blessed with twin sisters, leaving her the middle child of five children in all. Times were not always easy for Betty and for a time she lived with her Aunt Alma during these difficult years.

The Salvation Army played a large role in Betty’s life. It was through her mother’s involvement with The Salvation Army when Betty embraced her role there. She went through the ranks beginning as a Sunbeam and worked her way to girl guard. Summers created memorable experiences for Betty when she attended camp at Little Pine Island Lake and later worked as a cook there. Betty received her education in Grand Rapids and went on to graduate from South High School. For a time she worked at Booth Memorial Hospital.

At the age of 19 Betty met and married a young man named Richard Wert on September 5, 1959. They were blessed with three daughters, Lillian, Carlinda and Debby. After living in Cedar Springs for a while, they moved to Howard City where they began building a home of their own. Once the basement was complete they lived there while Richard finished the house above them. Tragedy once again took place when Richard became ill and sadly died in 1968. With their home unfinished, Betty soon returned to Grand Rapids with her three young daughters.

Through the years following Richard’s death Betty immersed herself in her family, faith and became involved in The Salvation Army once again. Life took a remarkable turn for Betty on April 28, 1971 when she met Fay Post, a gentleman who often picked her girls up for church. After some nudging from her family, Betty agreed to meet with Fay. A mixture of love and God’s blessing was truly upon them as they became engaged just a month later. That same year on August 28 they sealed their future together in marriage. Before long they were blessed with the birth of their daughter, Sarah who completed their family. After moving several times throughout her life, Betty was finally able to settle into a house on Colfax NE that she would call home for the next 36 years.

Betty was a good wife, mother and homemaker. She learned to embroider and all through life she embroidered everything from blankets to pillows to table doilies, all of which are cherished by her family to this day. When she mended clothing, including socks, she often embroidered a design into the mend. It was a loving gesture that left her treasured mark. Betty was a good cook, too. She was known for her casseroles, even if they didn’t look good, but they always tasted good. As most doting mothers, Betty always made sure her children tried a little of everything at the dinner table. Betty had an organizing system all her own and although it was never the most tidy, she always knew where to find something.

Faith was an important part of Betty and Fay’s life together. They believed in their faith wholeheartedly and lived their lives accordingly. She rarely missed church, and when there, she and Fay could be found together. For several years Betty volunteered with the Sunday school program at church and was also involved with the Home League woman’s ministry. While not as readily vocal about her faith as Fay was, Betty’s devotion and deep faith was quite evident in her care and concern for others. She instilled these traits in her daughters, and always taught them to never leave on a bad note or with ill feelings.

With a love for travel, Betty enjoyed the travel she and Fay did over the years. She dreamed of going to Hawaii, but never had the opportunity. As a couple, Fay and Betty shared a good life together. It was especially difficult for her when he passed away, but she relied once again on her unending faith and the family she so dearly loved. It was evident how much Betty loved her family. She spoke of them often and was always concerned about their lives.

Among other things, Betty was an avid professional wrestling fan. She loved watching it on television and rarely could just watch it. Betty really got into it! She liked watching television in general, especially game and detective shows. Betty also liked a good mystery book from time to time, but mainly read Christian books and her Bible. A tried and true bargain hunter, Betty loved to spend money and could hardly resist a good deal. She always had a knack for finding the best prices on everything and was quite thrifty with what she had. When it came to collections, Betty enjoyed her large array of butterflies. She also acquired over 2000 salt and pepper shakers over the years!

Betty unfortunately struggled with much pain throughout her life. She suffered from diabetes and other ailments for many years. Never one to complain, everyone could tell when she was struggling. Even with the pain she encountered, Betty’s stubborn streak didn’t let it get the best of her. Her enjoyable personality and wonderful laugh continued to be at the heart of every conversation.

As the years wore on Betty began to miss her beloved Fay more and more. When her health took a turn over the last several months, Betty conceded that she was ready to go to Heaven and join her Lord and Savior. At the age of 70, Betty Post entered her eternal home on Sunday, September 5, 2010. Although she now rests in peace, she will continue to be loved and missed greatly by those she leaves behind.

Besides her husbands, Betty was preceded in death by her brother, Bill Lynch. She is survived by her children: Lillian Wert, Carlinda Rose, Debby (Rich) Ferner, Sarah (Mike) Griffin; nine grandchildren; one great-grandchild; brother, Arthur (Bonnie) Lynch; sisters: Donna (Frank) Drayton and Bonna Robert and several friends. The funeral service for Betty will be held on Tuesday, September 14, 2010, 11:00 AM at the Fulton Heights Citadel of The Salvation Army, 1235 E. Fulton. Relatives and friends may visit with her family at Heritage Life Story Funeral Home–Van Strien Creston Chapel, 1833 Plainfield NE on Monday from 6-8 PM. Interment in Aetna Cemetery in Morley. Please visit www.lifestorynet.com to share a favorite memory or photo of Betty or to sign her online guest book.