Betty J. Andersen, born on March 15, 1928 and a resident of Gilbert since 1970, died May 3, 2010. She was proud to be an Air Force wife and nurtured her family while her husband was overseas flying during the Korean and Vietnam conflicts. Her parents Steven and Nora Papworth, brother Mac, and sister Norma preceded her in death and her surviving brother Dennis resides in Lehi, Utah. She is survived by her husband, David O. Andersen, two sons, David Scott and Steven Curt, one daughter, Christine Brady, eight grandchildren, and eight great grandchildren. There will be a 10:00 AM public viewing with service at 11:00 AM in the Page Ward LDS Chapel. Interment will be at the National Memorial Cemetery in Phoenix at 12:30 on Monday May 10. Arrangements have been entrusted to Melcher Mortuary Mission Chapel (480) 832-3500.
Arrangements under the direction of Melcher Mortuary Mission Chapel & Crematory, Mesa, AZ.