Dewitt Obits

Betty Carolyn Cruse

 Betty Carolyn Cruse, 76, of Mansfield, passed away Monday, April 30, 2018, at home. She was surrounded by her spouse and family.
 
Betty was born on August 22, 1941, a daughter of Lewis and Edith Mae Raney. She married Marvin Cruse on May 17, 1958. 
 
She leaves behind her spouse and 5 children, Audie, Kim, Shelly, Karl, and Tina; 11 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; 3 sisters, Catherine Hobbs, Shirley Shelmadine and Carol Williams; 1 brother, James Raney (Connie); and many nieces and nephews.
 
She was preceded in death by 1 son, Mark, her parents and 5 brothers.
 
She loved her family and enjoyed spending time with them. She loved music. Betty especially liked to listen to her spouse sing. They held many “jam” sessions at their home.
 
A private celebration of life will be at a later date.