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Betty Guthmiller
Betty Ann Guthmiller, age 73, of Carrington, ND, died Monday, September 8, 2014, at Golden Acres Manor, Carrington, under the care of hospice. Betty Ann Rath was born on February 25, 1941, the daughter of Jacob and Bertha (Witt) Rath at Tuttle, North Dakota. She was raised and attended school in Robinson ND, where she graduated in 1959. On August 24, 1961, Betty was united in marriage to Vernon Guthmiller. They lived in Pettibone, where Betty worked as a cook at Pettibone School for many years, then ran the Pettibone Cafe. In 2000, they moved to Carrington where she did babysitting. She was a great cook and would always start her Christmas baking in about July of every year. Her freezer would be full of her homemade cookies, delicious kuchen, and her son Randy's favorite, Holly-Dolly Bars. Of her 7 sisters, Betty was the quietest. If you knew Betty, you would find this hard to believe. She loved spending time with her family and always had a smile on her face. She enjoyed her time spent with her grandkids, though it was way too short. Betty loved playing games with her grandkids, joining them in all activities, silliness and all while she was with them. Betty is survived by her loving husband of 53, years and three sons, Randy (Lori) Guthmiller, Cathay, ND, Jason (Melissa) Guthmiller, Moorhead, MN, and Kevin (Merdyna) Guthmiller, Carrington; four sisters, Norma (Ernest) Korber, Stuart, FL, Loretta (Pete) Hanson, Mandan, Marlys (Lyle) Leno, Tuttle, ND, Gloria (Lyle) Guthmiller, Jamestown, ND; two brothers, Raymond Rath, Colestrip, MT, and Rodney (Linda) Rath, Rapid City, SD; two brothers- in-law, Gary (Sharon) Guthmiller, Beulah, ND, Reinhold Grueble, Pettibone, ND;one sister-in-law, Lois Guthmiller, Pettibone; seven grandchildren, Christa (Mike), Bismarck, ND; Jarrett and Lacey, Cathay, Chloe, Cathay, Paige, Moorhead, Tanner and Alleigha, Carrington. She is also survived by many neices and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Jacob and Bertha; three sisters, Gladys York, Delores Rath Violet Wetsch three brothers, Leonard, Norman, and an infant brother; her father-in-law and mother in-law; seven brothers-in-law; three sisters-in-law.
Betty will be greatly missed by her family and friends. |
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Name: Sis Gloria
Date: 09/12/2014
Message: Well Betty in a few hours I will be saying my final Good-bye to you. It is going to be so hard to let you go,wish we could of had more time together but I will cherish the times we did share, especially in our younger days and was hoping we could grow old together but you are in a better place and I know I will see you up There. Give mom and dad a hug from me and rest in peace my DEAR Sister. Love You, Sis Gloria
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Name: Rodney Rath
Date: Sept,10 2014
Message: Hi Sis, I know that the rest of the family will understand why I can't be with you at the services . I am positive you will understand it but we had are time together when Terry and I came to see you in Aug. The weather just won't straighten up for me to make the drive up there, I am so sorry but you will forgive me I am sure, you know I love you and will be with you soon say hi to mom and dad for me and that we will all be tighter soon again. I love you girl rest up love you.
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Name: Shirley Schwindt Posey
Date: 09/10/14
Message: My love and prayers go out to you, dear cousins and families of Betty.
When I read the obituary where it said "of the seven sisters, she was the quietest." That is the one thing I have always associated with Betty when I would think of her. I hadn't seen her for many years, but I remember as a young girl, she never talked much and always had a smile. She was a kind sweet person like her mama. I know she will be missed by all of you. God be with you and bless your memories of Betty.
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Name: Deanna
Date: 9/9/14
Message: May prayers and memories get you through this time. She was a giving person who cared for everyone. Her sarcasm and laughter we will never forget. The highlight of my daughters day was going to Grandma Betty's house so she can be spoiled. And she knew that and would tell everyone that. She will be watching over everyone she loved. Her memory will live on.
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Name: Muriel Baker( Mino Rath)
Date: 9-10-14
Message: Aunt Betty will be missed dearly. Yes she was quite but only until she got to know you. Same with uncle Vernon. I always enjoyed our trips to ND when I was younger and remember going to their farm. Always had a wonderful time with the family. Betty was very loving. She had so much love and had a heart of gold. She will be missed. My condolences to you uncle Vernon, Kevin, Randy and Jason. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
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Name: Betty ( Brown ) Mayer
Date: Sept.10, 2014
Message: My condolences go out to Betty's family. Gloria, I think of you and the fun we had as kids. The picture of Betty, reminds me so much of your Mom. Take care and God bless you and all the family members. Betty( Brown ) Mayer.. Taft CA
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Name: Tricia
Date: 9/10/14
Message: My aunt was an amazing woman. She is so missed by family already I wish I could turn back time about 30 yrs going to the cafe everyday to see her and get something for her to cook for me. Aunt betty we love and miss you so much. Say hi to Grandma and grandpa and kiss them for me
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Name: Kim
Date: 9/9/2014
Message: An amazing woman with an amazing spirit. I referred to her always as "my beautiful Betty" and she truly. was She reminded me so much of my mother and I am honored to have had her in my life for even the short amount of time I knew her. Her smile and laugh was contagious but you all know that. She always spoke so highly of Vern often calling him her "boyfriend" and smiling afterwards. May peace be with you all my heart felt deepest condolences. She is free of pain and watching over all of you.