age 94, passed away peacefully surrounded by family in her Webster Groves home of over 65 years on Wednesday, July 12, 2017. Beloved wife of the late Elmer E. Martin; dear daughter of the late Fred C. and Eleanor H. (nee Krueger) Hobelman; caring sister of the late Marge Hobelman and the late Jane (Raymond) Paul; loving mother of James Martin and Cindy Snopek; dear grandmother of Andrea (nee Snopek) (Guy) Wittler, Jessica (fiancé Ryan Leonard) Martin, Amanda Snopek, Arika Snopek and Alisa Snopek; proud great-grandmother of Luke Wittler and Alexandrea Wittler; our dearest aunt, great-aunt, cousin and friend to many.
A special thanks to granddaughters Andrea, Arika and Alisa as well as caregivers Anne Meneely and Kim Padilla for their loving care given to Betty.
Betty was born on June 2nd, 1923. She had a passion for golf and bowling in her younger years and turned into an avid sports fan in her later years. Betty was a dedicated member of Webster Gardens Lutheran Church and her faith in God played an important role in her life. She was generous and always willing to help those in need. She had a great sense of humor and the ability to always make those around her laugh. Above all, Betty was a loving soul and will forever be missed.
Services: Visitation at Webster Gardens Lutheran Church, 8749 Watson Rd., 63119 on Monday, July 17, from 10:30 a.m. until funeral service time at 11:30 a.m. Interment at J.B. National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions to Stray Rescue or Humane Society appreciated. A KUTIS AFFTON service.