Elizabeth J. Foos
Lecompton, KS
May 16, 1963 – October 13, 2019
Known to her friends and family “Betty” has passed. Lover of nature, gardening, children, animals, Hispanic food, things pretty and shiny. We hope she’s enjoying the ever after. Let there be fresh salsa, Pepsi, and sunshine without skin cancer.
She was a gifted practical nurse, who devoted over 35 years of care to many. For 12 years, Betty did not miss one day of work at Women’s Health Care, Lawrence (tardy, eh-probably). She also previously worked for Visiting Nurses, Private Practice, Presbyterian Manor, and most recently, Healthy Solutions and Olathe Health. Most missed will be her skills here at the Homestead.
Survivors include: Husband Rick Foos (of the home) daughter Ashley E Foos (Lawrence); sons Philip H Foos and Evan P Foos, (of the home). Patricia A Smith and Quay H Smith (Loving Parents of the Homestead). Sisters; Lucinda Yother and husband Tom (Lawrence), June Smith and Sheryl Smith-Foster of the Homestead in Quay’s Valley near Lecompton. Nephew; Tommy Yother and Niece; Meredith Revell (Lawrence) many great nieces and nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins; we will miss her smile, laughter, love and great pies.
After her graduation from Perry-Lecompton High School, she enlisted into the Army National Guard as a Medical Specialist. Her passion for all things healing was then pursued at Kaw Area Vocational School (now Washburn Institute of Technology), in Topeka Kansas. She graduated with honors in January of 1983 and was honorably discharged from the National Guard in 1987.
At her request no public services will be held at this time. Rumsey-Yost Funeral Home has graciously agreed to accept donations in lieu of flowers. We will most likely celebrate her life in her favorite month of May with the clearing of her gardens and scattering of ashes.
So sorry for your lose, I only met Betty a few times when she was with her sister Sheryl, what a card she was full of laughter and all smiles. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. God Bless
Rick so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts
So funny growing up both of us Betty Smith’s from Lecompton who then went to Kaw Area Voc-Tech to become L.P.N.’s and worked for the Women’s Health Care Group in Lawrence. Poor postman had problems when we had the same name. Then our daughters Melissa Mitchell and Ashley became buddies. Betty was a sweetheart and we send our love and sympathy to all family members.
I’m sorry for your loss mamma foos was such a kind person to me and so welcoming to her home. I may have been friends with even but I would consider her one as well. Much love to you all.
So sorry for your loss. Betty’s infectious smile and laugh will always be in my mind. Remembering the great times we had bowling in the old days…
Fond thoughts from yesteryear. My sincere condolences. To the good times gone by.
Betty……. I am a better nurse and person to have met you and been blessed to work along side you! I pray for your family and friends to gain strength through this time of grief and healing.
What a desolate place would be a world without flowers?-It would be a face without a smile; a feast without a welcome.-Are not flowers the stars of the earth?-And are not our stars the flowers of heaven? Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers during this sad time.
We would like to express our deepest sympathy. Please know that the hearts of others are deeply touched by your loss. Take comfort in knowing that our loving Heavenly Father is near to those with a broken heart, and He will sustain you during this difficult time (Psalm 34:18). You have our sincerest condolences.
Aunt Betty will be missed she was an amazing aunt and the the Aldrich’s and other family members will miss her
Betty you’ll be greatly missed.
You were full of fun and laughter. You made the day go by so quickly. Actually couldn’t wait to see you on Tuesdays. Love you and miss you
I’m so sorry to hear of her crossing. There is always great grief when there was great love. She will be near and comfort you. Shine on sweet Betty,your light and love will lead us all to the place you now call home.
I’m so sorry to hear of her crossing. There is always great grief when there was great love. She will be near and comfort you. Shine on sweet Betty,your light and love will and lead us all to the place you now call home.
I love you guys. I’ll never forget our pool day …our bonfire with your off tune and making up your own words..we will never stop talking about you and our memories of you. I’ll help take care of them crazy sisters for u. Luv u and we will see you again someday…
She will be missed greatly by all. She is in a better place now. It will take some to heal but she will always be in our hearts.
So very sorry for your loss. She will be missed especially her smile. Thoughts and prayers go out to the family.
From Cheryl Thomas Im so so sad to hear of Betty’s passing. She was so sweet and had such a sweet family. Rest in peace most precious Betty. Will love you always Cheryl Thomas
Your beautiful smile and soul will shine on for all who loved you. Gone too soon, rest in peace Betty, you will be forever loved and missed.