Betty Jean Roller

Betty Jean Roller, 91, passed peacefully surrounded by family on October 9, 2017. She was born in Canon City on November 21, 1925 to James Corbett Phelps and Jean Dickinson Phelps. She was pre-deceased by her husband, Lawrence Roller, brothers James Phelps and Neal Phelps, and foster daughter, Linda Carrico. She is survived by her children: Meryl (Jeff) Denney; Glen (Dee) Roller; Dan (Bev) Roller; LuAnn (Greg) Lyons; Jody (Brian) Feldhus; Bennie (Jim) Swanson, nineteen grandchildren, and twenty-seven great-grandchildren. She is also survived by brothers Charles (Shirley) Phelps, Russell Phelps and numerous nieces, nephews, neighbors, and her beloved craft ladies.

Betty was a long-time member of Park Hill Baptist church where she lovingly served by teaching Sunday School, ladies Bible study, and ministering to shut-ins and others in need. She taught kindergarten for 12 years at Park Hill Christian Academy and also taught in Pueblo area schools prior to that. Betty loved to travel whether it involved planes, trains, or automobiles and was thrilled to be able to visit friends and family all over the world. Betty led many to the Lord by her loving words and example. Her family and friends remember her as the most loving and compassionate encourager who lived her faith every day with every person. Special thanks to Dr. Lloyd, Dr. Farley and the amazing staff at St. Mary-Corwin Hospital.

Funeral service Saturday, October 14 at 10:30 am at Park Hill Baptist church. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Betty’s name may be made to Pueblo Cooperative Care Center or Special Mission Fund through the funeral home. Arrangements under the direction of Imperial Funeral Home, Pueblo, CO.