Betty Peer

Betty C. Peer, 92, passed away February 7, 2024. She was born in Canal Winchester, OH on August 21, 1931.

Betty lived a spectacular life, full of adventure and wonder. Following her father’s footsteps in the medical field, she became a registered nurse and was fortunate in the fact that she worked for the United States Embassy. Her career was full of opportunities that led her to Saudi Arabia, Africa, Egypt and Germany where she lived for a number of years. After retiring, Betty set a goal to step a foot on every piece of earth, doing so she traveled the world extensively. While traveling she met and endured lifelong friendships and touched numbers of lives along the way. She was known by many for her outgoing personality, zest and spunk for life. Even after retirement, she continued to care and love everyone. Betty was a nurturer and everyone in her presence knew they were loved. She was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Panama City where she was also a member of the choir. God held a special place in her heart giving her family comfort knowing she is in heaven surrounded by family and friends. Betty retired in Florida, and she later came to Iowa to be closer to family the last ten years of her life.

Betty is survived by her son, Michael Cummins; grandchildren Brianne Cummins and Matthew Cummins; great granddaughter, Emma Cummins; nieces and nephews, Cynthia (Kim) Karnes, John (Patty) Durbin and Stephen (Kim) Peer and 8 great nieces and nephews.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Dr. Walter Peer Sr. and Marceilla (Drumm) Peer; brother, Walter D. “Doc” Peer Jr., and sister-in-law, Juanita Peer.

Memorial contributions may be directed to AHeinz57 Pet Rescue and Transport, 4002 Ash St., De Soto, Iowa 50069 in loving memory of Betty and her love for her two cats; Zac & Zoe.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.hamiltonsfuneralhome.com

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