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Betty L. Bickford, 90, of Flinton, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Wednesday at her residence. She was born in Colver, a daughter of the late Ruben P. and Catherine C. (Ball) Bush.
On Dec. 3, 1953, in Conemaugh, she married Paul M. Bickford, her beloved husband of 72 years, who survives.
Betty is also survived by these children: Patricia King of Raleigh, N.C., Timothy (Deborah) of Mineral Point, Dennis (Wendy) of Flinton, Barbara Simmers of Cresson, Bonnie (John) Chiappini of Nanty Glo and Thomas (Deanna) of Flinton; these grandchildren: John (Keri) King, Jessica (Scott) Milazzo, Daniel (Bianca), Chad (Melissa) and Josh (Jenna) Bickford, Megan Bickford (Nick), Colt Bickford (Vee), Amanda Smith (Shi), Elizabeth (Marshall) Diehl, Anthony (Jackie) and Alex (Becca) Chiappini, Thomas (Lisa) and Craig (Emily) Bickford and Brandon Bickford (Ally); and these great-grandchildren: Adam and Natalie Milazzo; Kel Bickford; Jessie Taylor, Bill and Marshall Bickford; Connor and Logan (Jenna) Smith; Hailey, Kailyn, Caleb, Lucas, Kailey and Lainey Diehl; Nicolas, Alivia and soon to arrive baby Chiappini; and Paisley, Everley, Eli and Camden Bickford.
She was preceded in death by her parents; two sons-in-law, John King and Fred Simmers; and these siblings: Ruben, Philip, George, Harold, William, John, Kathryn Gregory, Adrian Wendel, Susan Krise and Shirley Braniff.
Betty was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother and enjoyed spending time with her family. She was a member of Coalport Christian & Missionary Alliance Church, where she enjoyed volunteering in various ministries.
Her life verses were Philippians 4:4-7. She will be dearly missed by those who loved her. "Precious in the sight of the LORD is the death of His saints." Psalm 116:15.
Betty's family will hold a private viewing and funeral service at their convenience.
Arrangements are by McQuown Funeral Home, Glasgow.