Betty's Obituary
Betty Ann Pardue, 87, of Monon, passed away on Thursday, January 19, 2023 at White Oak Health Campus of Monticello surrounded by her family.
She was born March 12, 1935, in Decota, West Virginia to the late John Thomas and Lou Vina (Grounds) Likens. Betty was a 1953 graduate of Trap Hill High School.
Her marriage of 63 years was to LeRoy Pardue on June 19, 1955, in Nashville, Indiana; he preceded her in death on July 16, 2018.
Betty worked for Monticello Assisted Living and Healthcare for 11 years, retiring in 1994. Prior to that she and LeRoy both worked for RCA in Monticello; Betty for 17 years. When she was younger, Betty worked as a waitress at the Shamrock in Reynolds.
Betty enjoyed gardening and canning, traveling with LeRoy and camping. She loved visiting and spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. Betty truly loved taking care of others, especially children. As a young girl, Betty and family would sing and record gospel music, she carried that love for singing throughout her life. Betty was a great cook and loved to bake, especially fruit cakes. One of the family’s favorite meals was the rabbits LeRoy would hunt and Betty would prepare.
Surviving are her four children, LeRoy J. Pardue Jr. (wife: wife: Marita) of Fulda, Germany, Michael L. Pardue of Lafayette, Terry W. Pardue (wife; Tammy) of Morrison, TN and Elizabeth Meisner (husband: Bruce) of Wolcott; and her siblings, Charlene Pierle (husband: Jerry), Marlanda Roach and Margaret Henderson. Also surviving are her 14 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
Preceding her in death with her parents and husband are brothers, Kenneth, James, Delbert, Clinton, and Thomas Likens; two sisters, Phillis Hickman and Carolyn Likens; and a great-grandson, Lucas Welsh.
Friends may call from 11 a.m. until the time of service at 1 p.m. Monday, January 23, 2023 at Clapper Family Funeral Home of Monon; Pastor Adrienne Hinshaw to officiate. Interment to follow in Bedford Cemetery, Monon.
The family would like to give a heartfelt thank you to the staff of White Oak Health Campus Legacy Unit and Elara Caring Hospice of Lafayette for their exceptional care and compassion.
Memorial contributions may be made in Betty's name to the Monon United Methodist Church.
Please share memories and condolences online at www.clapperfuneralservices.com.
