Betty M. Dearth

Betty M Dearth, age 90, of Columbus, passed away peacefully Sunday Morning, December 19, 2021 at her home. Born January 24, 1931 in Vinton County as Betty Marvene Wallar. She was the widow of the late Donald S. Dearth. She retired from Commercial Lovelace Motor Freight in the mid 1980's after 30+ years. She was in charge of Executive Payroll for the entire company. The first months of retirement were busy assisting husband Donald's recovery from heart surgery. Year's later upon his death in 1995, she took over management of the family rental business. Betty was preceded in death by brothers Virgil and Larry Wallar, Sisters Verdene Murphy, Mary Conaway, and Connie Bighouse. She is survived by her children Kevin L., Debra (Thomas) Waller, grandchildren Synthia, Samantha, and Sara. Betty was a member of Maple Grove United Methodist Church. Socially, she was a member of the United Ford Owners Car Club where she was frequently seen helping at car shows, swaps meets, and other events. Betty the caregiver gave many hours to family and friends in need. She had a 40 year friendship with Marian Mayle whom she rented a room from after moving to Columbus and later chose Marian as a babysitter for her children. She opened her home to Marian for the last few weeks of her life. Betty also gave many years of care and support to a cousin that often struggled through mental stress. As the caregiver grew older and less capable it was her children's wish that she remain in her home and to receive exceptional care. We wish to thank Dora Vernon (Morning Dora) and Dora Agyei (Afternoon Dora) for over 4 years as dedicated caregivers to our Mom. We thank granddaughter Samantha for spending her summer with Nanuh while home from school and granddaughter Synthia for the loving care she gave her grandmother in 2020 and 2021. Six days after her 90th birthday on January 24, 2021, Betty was tested and diagnosed with Covid. It never phased her, she didn't even have a fever. It was Betty's wish not to have a public viewing, the family honors her choice. At a later date, we will arrange a Memorial/Celebration of her life. Those that would like to attend please contact Kevin at ufokd@yahoo.com.

Betty M. Dearth

January 24, 1931 - December 19, 2021