Elizabeth A. “Betty” Jones was called to God on January 7, 2020. She was born in Lewistown, Montana on May 8, 1932. She attended Montana State University in 1950 where she majored in chemistry and she also met her husband, William Jones. They were married on March 20, 1955. Betty and Bill lived in Great Falls until they moved to Helena in 1977.
She was very active at her church, St. Paul’s United Methodist, she was an avid bridge player and a dedicated member of the YMCA. She also volunteered at the Historical Society and a former member of the Helena Symphony.
She was preceded in death by her husband, William C. Jones; sister, Dorothy Wolfe and brother, Art Allison. Betty is survived by her son, Bennett and daughter, Rebecca along with her grandchildren, Carli, Chad, Charles and Colby
A memorial service celebrating Betty’s life will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, January 24th at St. Paul’s United Methodist Church, 512 Logan St. A reception will follow the service in the fellowship hall of the church. Burial will follow the reception at the Montana State Veterans Cemetery at Fort Harrison. In lieu of flowers, memorials in Betty’s name may be made to the YWCA Helena, P.O. Box 518, Helena, MT 59624, Montana Historical Society, P.O. Box 201201, Helena, MT 59620 or St. Paul’s United Methodist Church, 512 Logan Street.
Service Schedule
Memorial Service
11:00 a.m.
Friday January 24, 2020
St. Paul's United Methodist Church
512 Logan Street
Helena, Montana 59601
Reception
Following the Service
Friday January 24, 2020
St. Paul's United Methodist Church
512 Logan Street
Helena, Montana 59601
Burial
Following the Reception
Friday January 24, 2020
Montana State Veterans Cemetery
Heroes Road
Fort Harrison, MT 59636
Service Schedule
Memorial Service
11:00 a.m.
Friday January 24, 2020
St. Paul's United Methodist Church
512 Logan Street
Helena, Montana 59601
Reception
Following the Service
Friday January 24, 2020
St. Paul's United Methodist Church
512 Logan Street
Helena, Montana 59601
Burial
Following the Reception
Friday January 24, 2020
Montana State Veterans Cemetery
Heroes Road
Fort Harrison, MT 59636
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Cindy Utterback says
I am sorry to learn of Betty’s passing. What a vibrant and lovely woman she was. I started working with Bill and Betty in 1991 – they were two of my first clients when I moved to Helena. What a gift it’s been to know both of them. I’m happy they are now together again.
Connie Erickson says
Reading of Betty’s passing comes as a great shock. I first met Betty while volunteering at the MT Historical Society. Later on we became neighbors. She was a great lady and I will miss her. My condolences to her family.
Deb Mitchell says
My heart is saddened by the passing of Betty Jones. She was an inspiration to me and many here at the Montana Historical Society. Her beautiful smile and her genuine love of Montana history will certainly be missed.
Peggy Seidel says
I am so sorry to hear of Betty’s passing. I had the pleasure of volunteering with Betty at Montana Historical Society. Betty always loved to read the newspaper articles and point out to our group an interesting news article.
Mary P Ruedisili says
Betty was a special friend and mentor to me at the YMCA. I’m so sad that she won’t be here to exercise, walk, and drink coffee with. She was a wonderful person and I will miss her very much.
Neva Porte says
Betty was one of my favorite people in the whole world, and I will miss her terribly. Early in our friendship we
discovered we both loved cross-country skiing, golf and swimming. When that ended, we met for lunch almost
every single Wednesday. Its hard to imagine not having her in my life anymore. what a darling, smiley lady she was!
Ellen Feaver says
Betty was such a role model! She was a regular at YMCA Kettlebells. I tried to make sure my kettlebell was at least as heavy as hers. She joined a group of Y ladies for winter trips to Fairmont, where I got to know her better. She was humble about her career, but she was a chemist at big companies, when only men had jobs like that. Her knowledge about everything was amazing. She was the best Trivial Pursuit player ever. I feel blessed to have known her. I miss her a lot.
Katie White says
I am so sad to hear about Betty’s passing. Betty was the longest active volunteer at The Montana Historical Society, dedicating 40 years of service, which is such an impressive accomplishment! I just saw Betty a few weeks ago busily working away on the newspaper project in the library. Betty was such a hard working and dedicated volunteer. I had the honor of working with her on so many projects. Betty was a wonderful woman and she will be greatly missed by all of us at the Society.
Katie White, MHS Volunteer Coordinator
Rosemary and Joe Beason says
We are so sorry to hear about Betty. We were in a dinner club with Betty and Bill several years while living in Helena, we also made a trip to Mexico with them during that time. What fun memories we have of those years with them.
Susan Russell says
I met Betty when she was walking her little white dog Sasha. Our big white fur balls adored Sasha and Betty, who always had a pocket full of dog treats. Betty had a space at the community garden in our neighborhood, so in addition to walking dogs, we frequently walked there together. I had no idea she was 87 — such a youthful spirit!
Nancy Roe says
I’m so sorry to learn of Betty’s passing. We played together in the Helena Symphony for many years. She was a kind and gentle lady, with a “can-do”outlook that was refreshing. I’m glad we got to share so much music together.
Mary Beth Allison says
Our dear aunt Betty,
A lovely, smart, active, phenomenal woman who shall be missed by many!
Sending our love and prayers to “Benny & Becky” that they will grow accustomed to their new lives without their beloved Mother’s physical presence.
Love from the Allison “kids”.