Elizabeth Snodgrass

Elizabeth "Betty" Snodgrass, 80, died peacefully in her sleep on August 14, 2017. Betty was born June 30, 1937 in Ashland, Ky. to Marjorie and James Flowers. Betty attended Ashland High School alongside her future husband, Bill Snodgrass. She graduated in 1955. After high school, Betty continued her education at Ohio Wesleyan College, eventually transferring to and graduating from University of Cincinnati with a teaching degree. Betty was active in Alpha Chi Omega in college and as an alumnus.

Betty and Bill were married in Ashland, Aug. 2, 1959. Betty used her skills as a seamstress to make her own wedding gown. Throughout her life, she would use her skills to create cherished items for her kids and grandkids, such as handmade quilts, dresses, Halloween costumes, and Christmas stockings.

After college, Betty and Bill moved to Midland to begin their careers and raise a family. Betty loved her life as a homemaker in a new neighborhood of young families. Betty stayed busy raising her kids, participating in social activities on the block, and being active in the schools and community.
Once her youngest child was a 1st grader, Betty joined the workforce as a home economics teacher at Central Junior High, and at both Midland and Dow High Schools. Hundreds of students in Midland learned to cook, sew, and manage a household under her guidance.

In the late 1980's, Bill and Betty moved to the Madison, Wisconsin area, and eventually ended up splitting time between Madison and Sun Lakes, Arizona in their retirement. During this time, they enjoyed visits from family, and exploring the Arizona desert climate and culture after so many winters in the upper-Midwest. A favorite activity was their bi-annual drive across the country between Arizona and Wisconsin.

Betty is survived by her three sons, Alan (Becki), David, Neil (Heidi); five grandchildren, Haley, Trevor, Olivia, Loralee and Spencer; and brother, James Flowers (Jo).

The family would like to thank the entire staff at Hyland Crossings for caring for Betty the last 18 months and then Agrace Hospice for providing a beautiful and peaceful setting with exceptional care in her final weeks.

A private family memorial service will be held later this year. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Alzheimer's Association ( http://www.alz.org ).

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