Betty Carroll, 74, a Northland resident of Kansas City, MO passed away Sunday, June 1, 2014. She was born November 27, 1939 in Gloucester, England to Reginald W. and Elsie (Pearce) Fenemore. Betty was educated in England, moved to the United States in 1964 and became a citizen of the United States in 1969.
Betty spent the majority of her working years as a secretary for civilian contractors. She was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. In her spare time she enjoyed researching family history. Betty was an active member of the Daughters of the British Empire since 2002 and served as the second vice-president of the Kansas Chapter the past four years. Betty also belonged to the Transatlantic Brides and Parents Association for many years.
While overseas in Saudi Arabia with her husband John “JC”, she served as the Women’s Cancer Society Treasurer from 1993-1999.
As most people know Betty followed JC overseas for approximately 20 years working for TWA with Saudia in Jeddah Saudi Arabia and Boeing in Riyadh. JC always says, “Betty was the wind beneath his wings.”
When stationed in Jeddah, Betty never sat still. She made art and craft figurines and sold them at compound sales and birthday cakes of all types. She also worked for the Saudia Housing Dept. until western women could no longer work there. When this position ended she went to work for the Australian Embassy. One of her proudest moments was making the Marine 207 birthday cake for the embassy in Jeddah. It was three foot by four foot.
While in Riyadh, she worked with the Cancer Society and the United States Military Training Mission.
Betty received several awards in those few years.The one she was most proud of was, COMMANDER’S AWARD FOR CIVILIAN SERVICE. She was a secretary for General Marcello. Betty was also commended for superior performance by Major Gen. Riley, and received several other certificates of achievements.
She married John J. Carroll on February 20, 1964 in Kansas City, MO. He survives of the couple’s home. Additional survivors include five children, Stephen Stewart (Aileen), Jill Simmons (Mark), Richard Stewart (Crystal), Kerry Petersen (Jeff) and Tammy Barbieri (Michael); a brother, Robert; four sisters, May, Joan, Sylvia and Carol; 11 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Betty was preceded in death by her parents, a son, James Stewart and three siblings.
The family will receive friends from 5-7:00 p.m. Tuesday, June 10, 2014 at the Meyers Northland Chapel in Parkville. A funeral service celebrating Betty’s life will be held 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, June 11, 2014 at the funeral chapel. A committal service will follow at 2:30 p.m. Wednesday at Leavenworth National Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to The Alliance Against Family Violence, % Sister Jane, PO Box 465 Leavenworth, KS 66048. Memories of Betty and condolences may be viewed at meyersfuneralchapel.com.
So sorry for your families loss. I remember her smile & loved her voice. When I was younger n would see her I always like when she explained places she had been & history of other places. I know you all were such a close family. Prayers to you all. KAREN RICHARDSON
We are so sorry for your loss and you are in our thoughts and prayers
Tammy and family, you are in our thoughts and our hearts. I found it helpful to talk about the funny things my mom did and memories of her that made everyone laugh. Keep the wonderful memories of your mother that make you laugh, share them with other people to help at this time to uplift spirits. IOU a huge hug when we see you next. T & L
To the family : my sincere condolences. There is no greater pain than the death of a loved one. Sometimes it seems almost more than a person can bear. Jehovah God helps us with this in His word, He promises us that He will put a stop to all sickness and death will be no more (REV 21;3.4) Jehovah also shows His love for us through the ransom sacrifice of His beloved son Jesus Christ. What a wonderful gift to be given ! Then the hope of seeing our loved ones again on this earth, transformed into a paradise. The Bible tells us this was Jehovah’s will when He created Adam & Eve. Please take your Bible and read: (Genesis 1:26,27; John 5: 28,29; Psalms 37:11,22,29). If you have any questions or comments, you can contact me at: [email protected] Sincerely: Rick Ruiz Schwebel.
John,
My deepest sympathy for the loss of your wife, Betty. I am sorry I never had the opportunity to meet her as you always spoke warmly of her and worried for her health even as your own became frigile. Please know all of us at the dialysis unit support you during this time of grief and will do whatever will help you
I have know Betty many years through DBE. She was a quite remarkable lady. My sincerest condolences to you all. She will most certainly be missed.
Dear J.C. and Family,
I had the privilege of knowing Betty for several years. We served together on the DBE State Board and worked together on many projects. She was also so warm, funny and so caring. I always admired how beautifully she was put together and that SMILE, she always lit up the room. We will all miss her so much. My thought and prayers are with you all.
Dear JC and Family,
Betty was such a kind, willing volunteer and loyal member of DBE and a delight to be around. My deepest sympathies to you JC and to the family. May Betty Rest in Peace.
Tammy, Michael, and family, you are all in our thoughts and prayers. Our deepest sympathies. Vicki and Nick
I miss you grandma. I aspire to be even half the woman you were.
To JC and family our thoughts and prayers are with you. Betty was a delight to know and we hold fond memories of her while living in Saudi Arabia.