Celebrating the life of
Elizabeth "Betty" Eure
February 03, 1930 - August 29, 2016
Elizabeth "Betty" Eure passed away Monday, August 29, 2016.
She was born on February 3, 1930 to Arthur and Bertha Bennett in Savannah, Georgia. She worked at the Savannah Board of Education and then moved to a position at the Chatham County Health Department. Betty became a Certified Public Manager in 1982 and was Administrator of the East Health District of Georgia until her retirement in 1990. After retiring, she and her husband, J.C., moved to Ames where she helped raise her grandchildren. She was affectionately known as "Minnie" to her grandchildren as well as many children in the neighborhood. Betty enjoyed gardening, watching youth sports, reading and playing piano. She was an active member in the Heartland Baptist Church. Betty was very active in volunteer work and used her skills at piano to help bring peace to elderly patients in daycare and nursing home facilities.
Betty is survived by her daughter, Betsy (Tom) Moorman of Ames; her sons, Danny Eure of Savannah and John Eure of Laguna Beach Calif.; her grandchildren, Leslie Moorman, Zach Moorman, Tara (Barry) Smoak, Leslie (Ben) Frye, Jessica Nunnally, Chad Eure (Jackie), Brett (Jocelyn) Eure, Ashley Eure and Keely Eure; and nine great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, John Crawford Eure in 1998.
The family will receive friends from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m., Thursday, September 8, 2016 at Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel.
Graveside service will be at 11:00 a.m., Friday, September 9, 2016 at Bonaventure Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be designated to the American Cancer Society, Shriners Hospital for Children.org or Make a Wish Foundation.
Danny, I am sorry to read of the passing of your mother. Your are in my thoughts & prayers. Sincerely, Joe
- Joe Upchurch, Tega Cay, SC
I am so sorry for your loss! I found this scripture at Revelation 21:3,4 encouraging, I hope it helps you and your family as well. Jehovah's witnesses
- kelly, savannah, ga
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of Betty's family at this sad time. May her memory be eternal. With our deepest sympathy, Irene and Toby Purdy
- Irene and Toby Purdy, Richmond Hill, GA
May Jehovah give your family the needed strength to cope with the loss of your loved one. Isaiah 65:17
- Jehovah's Witnesses , Pooler , Ga
Aunt Betty brought a smile to my face every time I talked to her or saw her. She was always happy and laughing. My thoughts and prayers are with you John, Danny and Betsy & your family's. Love, Jim (Jimbo) Eure
- Jim Eure, Dahlonega, GA
John,Danny and Betsy, I am going to miss my "pen pal" terribly. We were able to share so much with our old fashioned way of communicating. Barry and I are keeping you in our thoughts and wishing you comfort in knowing how much your mom was loved. Barry and Kay
- Barry and Kay Wilson, Chattanooga, TN
Betsy, John.Danny and your families, Please know that we are holding you all in our thoughts and prayers. Betty was such a wonderful person and bright spirit. We will always hold fond memories of the times we could be with her and you all and wish you safe travels and Blessings. Love, Susan Eure Cooper and Jim Cooper
- Susan and Jim Cooper, Watkinsville, GA
Danny, so very sorry for your loss.
- Nancy Cobb Murphy, Tifton, Ga
Praying for all of you. Betty was so special.... Always remember her sweet smile...always so much fun to be around.
- LeAnne Jones Consos, Savannah, GA
Danny, I am sorry to read of the passing of your mother. Your are in my thoughts & prayers. Sincerely, Joe
- Joe Upchurch, Tega Cay, SC
I am so sorry for your loss! I found this scripture at Revelation 21:3,4 encouraging, I hope it helps you and your family as well. Jehovah's witnesses
- kelly, savannah, ga
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of Betty's family at this sad time. May her memory be eternal. With our deepest sympathy, Irene and Toby Purdy
- Irene and Toby Purdy, Richmond Hill, GA
May Jehovah give your family the needed strength to cope with the loss of your loved one. Isaiah 65:17
- Jehovah's Witnesses , Pooler , Ga
Aunt Betty brought a smile to my face every time I talked to her or saw her. She was always happy and laughing. My thoughts and prayers are with you John, Danny and Betsy & your family's. Love, Jim (Jimbo) Eure
- Jim Eure, Dahlonega, GA
John,Danny and Betsy, I am going to miss my "pen pal" terribly. We were able to share so much with our old fashioned way of communicating. Barry and I are keeping you in our thoughts and wishing you comfort in knowing how much your mom was loved. Barry and Kay
- Barry and Kay Wilson, Chattanooga, TN
Betsy, John.Danny and your families, Please know that we are holding you all in our thoughts and prayers. Betty was such a wonderful person and bright spirit. We will always hold fond memories of the times we could be with her and you all and wish you safe travels and Blessings. Love, Susan Eure Cooper and Jim Cooper
- Susan and Jim Cooper, Watkinsville, GA
Danny, so very sorry for your loss.
- Nancy Cobb Murphy, Tifton, Ga
Praying for all of you. Betty was so special.... Always remember her sweet smile...always so much fun to be around.
- LeAnne Jones Consos, Savannah, GA
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
