Betty Cain Banstetter

Betty is mourned by her five children and their spouses: Lisa and Chip Ghent, Rob and Maria Banstetter, Diana Banstetter Round, Joe Banstetter, and Crissi and Dave Peterson. The 12 grandchildren they gave Betty were her greatest joy in the later part of her life. Derek, Caitlin, Megan, Alexandra, Sam, Serena, Ethan, Hayden, Jacob, Daniel, Siena, and Caden will all miss their grandma so very much. She is survived by her four siblings and their families who were all very dear to her: Spencer & Barbara Cain; Patty and Tricia Cotham; Kevin, Jane, Emily, Beth, and Eileen Cain; Chris, Suzy, Kelly, and Kacy Cain. She is also mourned by her life partner, Ned Bowdern.

This loss is being felt by so many people, so very deeply. The heartbreak felt by so many at her passing is a testament to the extraordinary woman that she was, and how much she gave to everyone else. She made the people around her better for having known her and left a positive impact everywhere she went. The world is a little less bright without Betty in it. But the legacy of her family and the impact she had on each of us will endure.

The family asks that in lieu of flowers you make a contribution in Betty's memory to one of the following charities or one of your choice.

• Missouri Botanical Garden

• Catholic Charities of St. Louis

• American Heart Association

Memorial gift announcement cards may be sent to:

4501 Lindell, #3H

St. Louis, MO 63108

A memorial site has been set up by the family: Betty Ann Banstetter Memorial Site. Please see the link below to share and view photos, tributes, and stories.

SERVICE: A Memorial Mass will be held Saturday, October 2, 2021 at 10:00 am at The Cathedral Basilica of Saint Louis. Obviously, due to the pandemic restrictions, we were unable to gather en bloc to celebrate the life of "The Lovely Betty" last year. Although slightly delayed, here's your opportunity to remember Betty with her friends and family around. No guarantees, but we're trying to bribe the organist into playing "Wagon Wheel" instead of "On Eagles Wings."