Betty Jean Hudson

Betty Jean Hudson (Dilley), age 91, of Mason, Michigan, passed away peacefully on February 1, 2025. Born on December 15, 1933, in Portland, Michigan, she was the daughter of Alfred R. and Dorothy Dilley.

Betty attended Walter French Academy before graduating from Holt High School. She married her beloved husband, Andrew "Andy" Hudson, and together they shared 65 wonderful years of marriage until his passing in 2018. A devoted wife and mother, Betty managed their farm and cattle while raising their three children.

She is preceded in death by her husband Andy Hudson; her parents Alfred and Dorothy Dilley; her son Steven Russell Hudson; and her brothers Earl, Russell, and Ronald Dilley. She is survived by her children Deborah J. (Gary) Copeland and Douglas Hudson (Danielle Stoney); grandchildren Kent (Melissa) Hudson, Courtney Lynn Hudson (Dan Wales), Clint (Jennifer) Copeland, and Kyle (Madison) Copeland; and great-grandchildren Harper Copeland, Conner Copeland, and Raelynn Hudson.

Betty was an avid gardener who took pride in her daffodils, strawberries, and rhubarb. She enjoyed birdwatching, scenic car rides, and playing cards with friends and family—earning a reputation as a "card shark." A member of the local community hobby crafting club, Betty also cherished traveling with her husband to destinations such as Spain, Majorca, Hawaii, Niagara Falls, and Wyoming. For over 50 years, she maintained the cherished tradition of having her hair done every Thursday. Betty found joy in sending and receiving cards through the mail—a simple yet meaningful way she stayed connected with loved ones.

Betty’s warmth and dedication to her family will be deeply missed by all who knew her. May her memory bring comfort to those she leaves behind.

A visitation will be held on Friday February 7th, 2025, at Gorsline-Runciman Mason Chapel located at 621 S. Jefferson St. Mason, MI 48854 from 4-7pm. A service will he held on Saturday, February 8th, 2025, at 11am at Gorsline-Runciman Mason Chapel, where family will be accepting visitors starting at 10am. A luncheon will follow the service, the location will be announced at the service, and a burial will take place at the Portland City Cemetery.