Mary J. "Betty" (Collins) Auer

She was born September 24, 1928 in Peoria to Robert and Edith Collins. She married Charles Auer on June 4, 1950 in Peoria; they were married for 68 years. He survives along with one daughter, Rebecca Elsner of Ironwood, MI, three sons: Gregory Auer of Chicago, Steven (Sue) Auer of Peoria, Mark (Nancy) Auer of Columbus, OH, seven grandchildren, and seven great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, one son - Michael Auer, two grandchildren, four brothers, and four sisters.

Betty was a member of Holy Family Catholic Church in Peoria. In her life, she worked at Block & Kuhl, Bergner’s and for many years served as the bookkeeper in the family business, the John Bee Super Market on Sterling Avenue. She will be remembered for her love of family, warm smile and generous nature.

A Funeral Mass will be Saturday, June 30, 2018 at 11 a.m. at Holy Family Catholic Church in Peoria. Visitation will be one hour prior to the services at church. Davison-Fulton Woodland Chapel is in charge of arrangements.

Burial will be in Parkview Cemetery in Peoria.

Memorials may be made to the Christian Buehler Home in Peoria.

You may view Betty’s obituary online at www.Davison-fulton.com