Betty Jo Knowles' Obituary
Betty Jo Knowles, 62, passed away on April 28, 2023, in Decatur, IL.
Betty was born to George and Pauline Knowles on March 30, 1961, in Illiopolis, IL. Betty was an outgoing woman. She was the kind of person that would go to the store and find out the life story of any person who crossed her path. She loved children and would unofficially adopt, feed, and color with any child. She was a member of New Creation Community Church in Decatur, IL.
Betty is survived by her children, Amanda Henson, Michael Knowles, Lisa (Russell) Griffitts, Scotty Saulsbury, Jody Saulsbury, brothers Thomas Knowles, Earl Knowles; sisters, Barbara Grigg, Margaret DeGuzman; special friends, Penny Powell, Alida Swingler, and many extended family and friends.
Betty is preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Randy Knowles, Danny Knowles, Richard Knowles, Billy Knowles; sister, Diana Long.
Condolences and memories of Betty may be shared at www.gracelandfairlawn.com
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