Betty Jean Austin passed away on August 21, 2010 in Issaquah, WA. Betty was a devoted wife and mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She enjoyed being a homemaker, sewing and knitting, doll making, chocolate, spending time with her family and friends and her Birthday Club. Betty was born, June 1, 1919 in Casper, Wyoming to William and Pearl McIlraith. She is survived by her 6 children, Bonnie Wood (David) of Spanaway, Nancy Snider (Nick) of Surprise, AZ, George Austin (Nancy) of Seattle, Mark Austin (Karen) of Goldendale, Amy Roupe (Steve) of Issaquah, David Austin (Kathy) of Maple Valley, 13 grandchildren, and 16 great grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, George E. Austin, in 1983 and also her 3 brothers, William, Jay and Don. A celebration of Betty's life will be held on Friday, September 3, 2010 at 11AM at Mercer Island Presbyterian Church, 3605 - 84th Ave. SE, Mercer Island. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Betty's name to a charity of your choice. Arrangements entrusted to Acacia Funeral Home, Seattle, 206-362-5525. acaciafuneralhome.com