On June 2, 2011, Betty Marie Purvis passed away peacefully with her husband, Spence, at her side.

Betty as born in Jamestown, Calif., on Sept. 3, 1924, to Marie and William Wise. She moved to Whidbey Island 25 years ago where she joyfully resided until she went to be with the Lord.

Betty is survived by her husband of 16 years, Spence; daughter Donna Cockerton (Ward) of Rocklin., Calif.; son Kevin Reynolds (Mary) of Olympia; six grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her daughter Karen Bell and son David Reynolds.

The family would like to express their appreciation to the Hospice nurses of Whidbey General Hospital and to the staff of Maple Ridge.

A memorial service was held June 1 at the Coupeville United Methodist Church. In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made to the Coupeville United Methodist Church, Whidbey General Hospital Hospice program, or a charity of your choice.