Betty Lou Pence

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Betty Lou Pence, 81, Converse, died at 12:58 p.m. on Wednesday, February 24, 2016, at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne. She was born in Marion, IN, to the late Harry and Nancy (Clymer) Leisure. On January 16, 1954, Betty married Von Pence, and he survives.

Betty served the Grant County area for many years as the Area Planning Commissioner. In her younger years with Von, she enjoyed riding on the motorcycle, boating, camping, water skiing, and traveling. Most of all, Betty enjoyed spending time with her family.

In addition to her husband of 62 years, survivors include her sister-in-law, Marcia Butler, Marion; brother-in-law, Sherrill (Carol) Pence, Marion; nieces and nephews, Susie Ruley, Marion, Donnie (Donna) Butler, Sweetser, Steve Butler, Marion, Kyle (Tawnya) Sturtsman, Greentown, Robin (Judy) Dean and David (Robin) Dean, both from Cary, FL, and Mr. Michael Dean, AZ; and several great-nephews, great-nieces, and cousins.

Betty was also preceded in death by her sister, Barbaranel Sturtsman, and one brother, Lindhal Leisure.

Family and friends may call from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Monday, February 29, 2016, at Integrity Funeral Care, 2901 S. Washington St., Marion, IN. Services will begin at 1 p.m. with Rev. Dr. Tom Mansbarger officiating. Burial will follow at Converse Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be directed to Cancer Services of Grant County, Tower Suites, 305 S. Norton Ave., Marion, IN 46952 or American Heart Association, 3816 Paysphere Circle, Chicago, IL 60674.

Online condolences may be made at www.ifccares.com.

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