Betty Gilmore
February 25, 2014
Betty Lou Gilmore, 89 of Des Moines, died peacefully Tuesday, February 25, 2014 at The Taylor House in Des Moines. She was born July 9, 1924 in Centerville, Iowa
Through the years Betty enjoyed bowling and attending her children’s and grandchildren’s many many activities. She was a loving, caring mother and grandmother whose family always came first.
She is survived by her sons, Rick of Van Meter and Rusty of Des Moines; granddaughters, Patty, Melissa, Tracy, Kassady, Heather, Rachel and Lana; grandsons, Robert, John and Alex; along with 20 great grandchildren; and 7 great great-grandchildren.
Betty was preceded in death by her husband, James; brother, Billy; and son, Robert.
Friends may visit with family from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, February 28, 2014 at Hamilton’s Funeral Home, 605 Lyon Street in Des Moines. Memorial Service will be held, 1 p.m., Saturday, March 1, 2014 at the funeral home. Burial will take place at a later date at Elm Grove Cemetery.
Memorial Contributions may be made to the family or to the ARL in loving memory of Betty.
Condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Larry & Lisa Woods
02/28/2014
Sorry for your loss.
Richard & Susie Lasher
02/27/2014
Mama Lou was one of a kind, she will be sorely missed. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family
Darwin & Judy Sonnenburg
02/27/2014
We are thinking of you and your family, during this time. Mama Lou, was such great person, and mom, and grandma. Our prayers are with you.
Darwin, Judy, Darlene & George
The Sonnenburg & Battin family
Chad Kruse
02/27/2014
Rusty and girls...I know how big of an impact Grandma had on all of your lives. She was a special lady, (even if she hollered at my coaching sometimes) :) Thinking of you all
Keith and Kathleen Gunzenhauser
02/27/2014
Rick and Alex...We send our deepest sympathy at the loss of your dear mother and grandmother.
Deb Baker Belcher
02/26/2014
May God comfort you all during this difficult time. I always seen a smile on her face. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Bobbi & Tom Yaw
02/26/2014
Mama Lou, you will be missed you were more then a friend you were family Rest in Peace and enjoy your wings because God has gotten another Angel. We will miss you love you!!!
Missy Ree
02/26/2014
Grandma I LOVE YOU!
Kevin Green
02/26/2014
rest in peace mama Lou you will be missed by all !!!!!!! go Hawkeyes!!!!!