Betty J. Murphy age 80 of Hastings, passed away June 22, 2013 at her son's residence.
She was born July 3, 1932, the daughter of Ralph and Juanita (Johncock) Jenkins. Betty attended Middleville Schools, graduating in 1951. She worked for Hastings Manufacturing from 1961 to 1993, retiring after 31 years of service. Betty loved to go to garage sales and enjoyed attending country music concerts.
Betty was preceded in death by her parents, Ralph and Juanita Jenkins, brothers: Norman Jenkins, Ben Jenkins, Harold Jenkins and Homer Jenkins; sisters: Helen Swiger and Mary Wagner.
Betty is survived by her son, Randy (Deb) Murphy of Hastings; grandchildren: Michael (Tiffany) Bryan of Dimondale, Holly Bryan of Grand Rapids, Charles (Suzette) Bryan of Trumbull, Conn, Nicolas (Davina) Bryan of Grand Rapids; 10 great-grandchildren, one great-great granddaughter; sisters: Joan (Dale) Garrett of Hastings, Marveta Saleno of Florida, sister-in-law, Judy Jenkins and many nieces and nephews.
Memorial Contributions:
Pennock Hospice
1230 W. State. St.
Hastings, MI 49058
Visitation:
Wednesday, June, 26, 2013 from 6pm until 8pm
Girrbach Funeral Home
Funeral Service:
Thursday, June, 27, 2013 at 11:00 am
Girrbach Funeral Home
Pastor Gary Newton, officiating
Interment:
Oak Hill Cemetery