Betty-Jo Somers, 85, of Hewitt, TX, passed away peacefully, on August 14, 2022, in Waco, TX at Baylor Scott & White Hillcrest Hospital.
Betty-Jo was born on November 10, 1936, in Hartford, CT. She graduated from Glastonbury High School in 1954. Betty-Jo met her husband Donald L. Somers Sr thru her friend Frankie Manfreda. After Donald served in the Navy and the Korean War, they were married in St. James Church, Glastonbury, CT on September 24, 1955. A few years later they decided to start a family. Then moved to Cincinnati, OH after Donald got a promotion with AT&T. After the children were in High School, Betty-Jo started to work at Well Tell Federal Credit Union in Cincinnati. In Retirement, Betty-Jo and Donald were active in the Shrine Organization. They traveled all over the world. Donald fulfilled a dream for both of them in 1998, becoming the Potentate of Sphinx Shrine in Newington, CT. Betty-Jo was very active in the Shrine too. Including the Daughters of the Nile in which she enjoyed very much. They then moved to Colombia, South America, building a beautiful house on top of a mountain. She moved back to the United States after the death of her husband. Shortly after she moved to Hewitt, TX to be near one of her sons.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Donald in 2015, Mother Alice M Evans (Weldon) in 1995, and Father Harry G Evans in 1987.
Betty-Jo is survived by her sons and daughters-in-law, Donald L. Somers Jr. and Barbara A. Somers, Brett E. Somers, and best friend Linda Cadario, Rodney D. Somers and Shannon W. Somers. Three admiring grandchildren, Brett E. Somers Jr., Cristina R. Disomma and Wyatt L. Somers. Five wonderful great-grandchildren: Alexis, Nathan, Mikayla, Kaleb and Ariana. And her dog, Missy.
Due to the respect of Betty-Jo there won’t be a service; however, if you would like to remember Betty-Jo in a special way, a donation in her name may be sent to the Shriners Hospital for Children, 516 Carew St., Springfield, MA 01104-2396.
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Betty, we have been friends for many years, in our personal life and our Shrine life. I will always cherish the many memories we created together. A piece of me died with you. I know you are with Don and have found happiness again RIP my friend. I miss you!❤️
Thank you. When you say many years, it was around 1967 I think. You guys were great friends. Thank you again.
Rodney
Rodney, Shannon and Wyatt— I am soo sorry for
your loss. I am glad that I met her and could spend
some time with her-especially at the Baylor Club.
It seems your Mom had a well lived life.
My thoughts and prayers are with you. 💙🙏
Cheri
Thank you, Cheri, and yes she lived a full life for sure.
You have my condolence during this time of sorrow. Mr
Somers you and your family will be in my prayers for strength and comfort . TO BE ABSENT FROM THE BODY IS TO BE PRESENT WITH THE LORD. Know that she’s at peace and with your dad.
Thank you Miss Bates. That is very nice to say.
Mamma Betty, you will be missed. You had a beautiful kind spirit. Oh how you loved calling me by my given name Maria. You were always lovely to me and I thank you. Rest now.
I’m so so sorry for your loss.
Thank you Moden.
I am so sorry to hear this. My thought are with Don, Brett, Rod and the entire Somers family. I remember telling Don last time we spoke that other then my brothers I have know them longer than anyone in my life. Rest In Peace Betty, I’m sure your happy now that your back with Don!
Love you all,
Kathy
Thank you Kathy
We did not know Betty long, but in the short time we knew her, she made us smile.
Betty was so gracious with her time, home and smiles. Every time we enjoyed drinks and food together, Betty made us feel welcome and a part of the family.
You will be missed Betty, along with your amazing smile. We were blessed to know you!
Thank you, Dena. Out of the short time she knew all of you she loved ya’ll very much.
My Deepest Sympathy to all you old friends of
Mark Radel and Mine. Marcia Radel. We will always remember growing up together and playing in the field and all over till we heard that whistle hope you all remember the Mayhew Gang. As
Joe Middendorf calls us. Well mom is back with dad may they RIP TOGETHER AGAIN
BLESSINGS TO YOU ALL.
Dear Somers family, The Baylor Scott and White Waco Hospice family would like to give you our deepest condolences with our thoughts and prayers! It was our honor being a part with you during this time! We still care and we are still here for you! God bless you!
So sorry learn of the passing of Betty, she was always such a nice neighbor to us, ever since we moved here in 1999. She was always fun, and wonderful to us and our kids. Rest in Peace and condolences to the entire family.
The Mitlehner family