July 5 1926 October 26 2022
Obituary Please share a memory of Betty to include in a keepsake book for family and friends. View Tribute Book Betty Jean Hardt, 96, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, October 26, 2022. She was born on July 5, 1926, to Robert and Hazel (Dobson) Willette in Delavan, Minnesota. Betty received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Mercy School of Nursing in Missouri City, Iowa. She served as a nurse at the Floyd County Memorial Hospital, Chautauqua Guest Homes, and the Salsbury Baptist Home. Even after retirement, she regularly visited the care centers, taking greeting cards to the residents. She married Charles Hardt on November 25, 1948, in Blue Earth, Minnesota. For years, she assisted Charles in staging the Mr. Science Shows where they got young students excited about science and learning. The show reached students all over the Midwest. She was a productive member of the Charles City Women’s Club and received the 1997 Woman of the Year award. She was also a member of the Immaculate Conception Church in Charles City, and active in the Rosary Society, Carmalites and her circle. Betty enjoyed spending time with her family, writing, and serving others. She was preceded in death by her parents; and husband of 63 years. Survivors include children, Charlaine Vitarelli, Pam Kramer (Dave), Mary Kreger (Matt), Kim (Bonnie) Hardt, Mark (Paula) Hardt, John (Carol) Hardt, and Michael (Ann) Hardt; 15 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends. Farewell Services July 5, 2023, Immaculate Conception Parish in Charles City, Iowa. Inurnment Calvary Cemetery in Charles City, Iowa. The family suggests memorial contributions to the American Cancer Society or Dollars for Scholars-Nursing Students. To send flowers to the family of Betty, please visit our floral store.
Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Betty Jean Hardt July 5 1926 October 26 2022.
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Death notice for the town of: Saint Joseph, state: Missouri