Betty June Gault, 85, of Grandview, MO passed away peacefully at her home July 21, 2019. Betty was born in Christian Co., MO to Hershel Skaggs and Vesta Geren in 1934. She married her lifelong partner of 67 years, James Gault and in 1955 moved to Grandview, MO where they lived for 64 years in the same house.
Betty worked for Katz Drug Store for many years and then Berry World Travel for a short time before she retired and began painting, which she enjoyed very much and had a couple of painting classes she held in her home.
Betty was preceded in death by both parents Hershel and Vesta, 2 brothers George and Larry Skaggs and son Jack Gault.
She is survived by her husband James Gault of the home; daughter Cheryl Yonkman; grandson Ryan Yonkman; 2 great grandsons Gabriel Camacho and Elliott Yonkman.
Betty was loved by everyone she came in contact with and will leave a hole in so many hearts.
Visitation 10-11 am, service 11:00 am Thursday, July 25 at McGilley & George Funeral Home 12913 Grandview Rd. Grandview, MO, followed by procession to the grave at Mt. Moriah Cemetery for interment. A reception will follow the graveside at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations to the American Cancer Society or Pulmonary Fibrosis. Arrangements: McGilley & George Funeral Home (816-966-0250)