Betty Smull's obituary , Passed away on January 2, 2025 in Niantic, Illinois

Betty Smull

April 23, 1923 - January 2, 2025 (101 years old)

Niantic, Illinois

Betty Smull's obituary , Passed away on January 2, 2025 in Niantic, Illinois

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Brintlinger and Earl Funeral Homes - Decatur

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Betty Smull

April 23, 1923 - January 2, 2025 (101 years old)

Niantic, Illinois


Betty Smull Obituary

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Betty Smull of Niantic, Illinois, who passed away on January 2, 2025, at the age of 101, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Betty Smull to show support.

Though Betty may no longer walk beside us, her memory will forever be enshrined in the fabric of the lives of those Betty touched, a beacon of light guiding us through the darkness. In her absence, her spirit lives on — a gentle whisper in the breeze, a ray of sunlight on a cloudy day, a reminder that love knows no boundaries.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Robert Howell and Bertha Howell; her husband Earl Smull; her daughter Suzi Lopez; and her siblings, Robert, Richard and Eleanor.

She is survived by: her children, Virginia McKinney of Niantic and Jay Smull (Angie) of Texas. She is also survived by grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great grandchildren and even a great-great-great grandchild.

Visitation was held on Saturday, January 18th 2025 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Niantic United Methodist Church (211 North St, Niantic, IL 62551). A memorial service was held on Saturday, January 18th 2025 at 12:00 PM at the same location.

Memorials in Betty's honor may be made to: Niantic United Methodist Church, 211 North St, Niantic, IL 62551.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Brintlinger and Earl Funeral Homes - Decatur



Sat

Jan 18

Visitation

Niantic United Methodist Church
211 North St, Niantic, IL 62551

Sat

Jan 18

Memorial service

Niantic United Methodist Church
211 North St, Niantic, IL 62551

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January 15, 2025

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January 15, 2025

David and Lynn Fischer sent flowers

“In memorium of a great aunt and the last of her generation.”


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