Born November 13, 1926 in Pekin to Roy L. and Maude Bell (Stogdill) King, she married Herschel Woods on April 27, 1945 in Pekin. He died November 12, 2012. She was also preceded in death by her parents; one daughter, Michelle Woods; one sister, Melba of California and one niece.
She is survived by one nephew, Charles Dean of Fair Oaks, California.
A homemaker, Betty enjoyed traveling, walking and baking cookies.
Betty was a longtime member of Faith Baptist Church in Pekin, where she served as a past officer, assistant treasurer and church clerk. She also volunteered at Pekin Hospital for many years.
Honoring Betty's wishes, cremation has been accorded by Preston-Hanley Funeral Homes & Crematory in Pekin. There will be no services. Inurnment will be at Prairie Haven Cemetery in Pekin.
Memorial contributions may be given to Faith Baptist Church, 1501 Howard Court, Pekin, Illinois 61554.
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