Betty Ellen Howard Obituary
Betty Ellen Howard (nee Doan) passed away on February 7, 2023. The oldest of four siblings From the union of Jerry Earl Doan and Ellen Rita Whiteman, she was born in Gallup, New Mexico. Some of her fondest memories were being with her Maternal Grandparents in Albuquerque, New Mexico and her Fraternal Grandfather in Hollister California. In the early 50's, the family Moved to Somis as Jerry went to work @ Pt. Mugu after his discharge from the Navy. Betty Attended Camarillo High School while living in Somis. She became a tireless homemaker For her husband, Daniel and seven children (Kathy, Carole, Richard, Brian, Teresa, Kyrstin And Tricia). Betty was also a foster mother to a several hundred others, many of whom still Keep in touch, locally and from afar. She will also be dearly missed by her long-time friends, Shirley Maclean and Sandra Quinn. The family also wishes to thank the Fresenius Dialysis Center under the direction of Dr. Steven Ledesma and the Critical Care Family at Community Memorial Hospital, Ventura, Ca for their compassion and caring during her last days. She is Survived by those already mentioned, many grandchildren and three great grandchildren. No immediate Memorial Services are planned at this time, but will be this summer When the arrangements can be made for all to get together.
Arrangements are under the direction of the JOSEPH P. REARDON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICE, Ventura.