Elizabeth "Betty" Ann Munsell

Betty was the fourth of six children born to Harold and Isabel Wood in Alma, MI. Due to a rough delivery, all attention was on Isabel while newborn Betty was put aside to fend for herself. Fortunately for all of us, a nurse's aide saw Betty, and tended to her, so she could enjoy a long, fulfilled life. Betty spent most of her childhood frolicking with her siblings in Lyons, MI. She dearly loved all her brothers and sisters. Betty graduated from Eastern High School in Lansing, MI in June, 1950 and a few weeks later she married the love of her life, LaVern Munsell on July 1, 1950. They were married nearly 73 years. Together, Betty and LaVern had four children, sons Mike, Tim, and Dan, and their favorite daughter, Laura. Betty enjoyed reading, sewing, country music, and The Bill Gaither Trio. In 1969 Betty dedicated her life to her Lord and Savior Jesus, and nothing was ever the same. She was active in Christian Women's Club in Lansing, MI until she and LaVern moved to Prescott Valley, AZ in 1980. After moving, she joined Community Bible Study (CBS), where she became a Teaching Director, serving for seven years. Betty was known as a prayer warrior, faithfully praying for those she loved and the many prayer requests she received. Betty was an active member of the First Baptist Church of Prescott, joyfully volunteering and serving in many ways. Betty and LaVern loved to travel. For 31 years, they spent their summers driving across the U.S. in their motor home, visiting friends and family on their way to Michigan, eventually reaching 49 of the 50 states. They were able to travel to Hawaii three times, and also enjoyed two Alaskan cruises. Betty is survived by her husband LaVern, children Michael (Mary), Timothy (Ruth), Laura (Bill) and Daniel (Julie).Grandchildren: Michael, Christopher, Timothy, Aynsley, Molly, Elise, Megan, Craig, Philip, Marque and Theresa. Thirteen great grand children, four great, great grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews. Many thanks to staff of The Backburner Restaurant, especially Kari Hill, for loving her and treating her like family. Thank you to the staff of the Landings of Prescott Valley, for the care and kindness they extended to her during her final 10 months. It was a glorious morning on Monday, June 26, when Betty entered Heaven, hearing her Lord greet her saying, "Well done, my good and faithful servant!" Memorial services will be held at the Landings of Prescott Valley on Monday, July 3rd at 10am. Betty will be laid to rest at the Veterans National Cemetery in Prescott, AZ at a later time.

Elizabeth "Betty" Ann Munsell

February 2, 1932 - June 26, 2023