Betty L. Crone

Betty L. Crone , 90, of Decatur, passed away Saturday, August 4, 2018 at Adams Woodcrest in Decatur.

She was born on Tuesday, June 12, 1928 in Decatur, the daughter of the late Herbert Irwin and the late Claudie (Ramsey) Irwin. Betty married William “Bill” Crone on May 22, 1945 in Decatur and he preceded her in death on January 23, 2016. They were married for 70 years before Bill’s passing.

She was employed at General Electric for 40 plus years.

Survivors include her son, William "Bill" (Sandy) Crone of Decatur; son in law, Larry Reinking of Decatur; three brothers, Harold (Jean) Irwin of Decatur, Tim (Sally) Irwin of Decatur, and Ronnie (Deb) Irwin of Craigville; three grandchildren, Jennifer Reese, Kristi (Tim) Morris and Kimberlee (Clay) Cochran; and eight great-grandchildren.

Betty was preceded in death by one daughter, Caroline Reinking; grandson, Jeffrey Reinking; two sisters, Mary Lou Trimboli, and Helen Bovine; and a brother Dick Irwin.

Per Betty's request, there will be no public services or visitation. A private gathering will be held in her honor.

Preferred memorials are to the American Legion Post #43 Color Guard .