Liz’s father was in the Air Force and was stationed in many different locations and moved often. As a child, she lived in Texas and Oklahoma. When she was a small child, she was also raised by her precious grandma Rose when her daddy went off to war. Liz finished her schooling in Colorado. As a young adult, Liz worked in several different fields and attended school with the goal of becoming a medical terminologist. Liz eventually worked for Montgomery Wards and GE in the collections depart and finished her career at Swift in collections and accounts receivable. At times, she worked two jobs to support her five children, all on her own. Due to her perseverance and her work ethic, her children always had a warm and loving home and she provided everything they needed. Liz was a strong, independent woman, who was known for her heart of gold, self-sacrifice, and loving personality. Liz had many hobbies, including gardening and crocheting. She loved to make beautiful and treasured gifts for people she loved. Liz’s yard was the envy of all; she continued to mow, weed, and care for it for as long as she could. Another pleasure of Liz’s was soap operas and game shows. Her most treasured time was spent with family, including her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great grandchildren as well as her beloved dogs Toby and Sadie.
Liz is survived by her five children, James (Esther) Taylor, Christina (Danny) Ball, Terri (Jim) Oligmueller, John Taylor, and Melissa Haney. She had 12 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren, and 3 great-great grandchildren. Liz is also survived by two brothers, two sisters, and was referred to as “Aunt Betty” to numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her loving son-in-law Eric Haney.
A memorial service was held at Resthaven Funeral Home on June 8, 2021 at 1:00 p.m. with internment and reception following. Donations in memory of Liz may be made to Pathways Hospice or Humane Society of Larimer County.
