Bettie Pauline Bach, 100, died Monday, July 22, 2024 at Pioneer Manor Nursing Home in Hugoton.
She was born August 26, 1923 to Milton and Mary (Taylor) Keeten.
She married Paul William Bach Jan. 12, 1947. He preceded her in death.
She devoted many years to serving as a court clerk in Haskell County. Her dedicated work ethic and affable personality endeared her to all who crossed paths with her.
She was devoted member of the Lutheran Church and called Faith Lutheran Church of Hugoton her home. She was in constant prayer for her family and a dependable reporter of the weather, for all their locations.
She was also known as a great baker, and many will remember the cinnamon rolls, angel sugar cookies and oatmeal raisin cookies
An avid crocheter and reader, she found fulfillment in contributing positively to those around her.
Survivors include her daughter, Sandra Passmore and husband, Bob; daughter-in-law, Elva Bach; five grandchildren: Ryan Passmore, Kerri Corneil, Melissa Voller, Jennifer Dahlman, and Lacey Larson; and 11 great-grandchildren: Paul, Kara, Keeten, Carson, Aiden, Maddy Bailee, Carter Kinley Hadley, and Lincoln.
She was also preceded in death by her son Greg; four brothers: Dean, Merle, Max, Harold; and six sisters: Twila Johnston, Zelma Southard, Doris States, Arleta Power, Margaret Keeten, and Evelyn Keeten.
• Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, July 27, 2024 at Hugoton Methodist Church in Hugoton, with burial immediately following at Hugoton Cemetery, with Pastor Wes Young presiding.
Friends may call from 2 to 8 p.m. Thursday, July 25, 2024, and from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday, July 26, 2024 at Robson Funeral Home in Hugoton.
A memorial has been established for Pioneer Manor Nursing Home and Hugoton Methodist Church in care of Robson Funeral Home at P.O. Box 236 Hugoton, KS 67951.
