Betty Ford
Betty Jo Ford, a deeply devoted mother, grandmother, and woman of abiding faith, passed away peacefully on January 29, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.
Born on February 4, 1937, in Oceana, West Virginia, Betty was raised by her grandmother, whose guidance shaped the strength and resilience that defined her life. Throughout her years, Betty dedicated herself to others, volunteering at school events, serving in nursing homes, and providing private caregiving to those in need.
Betty found lasting comfort in the Book of Psalms, which served as her anchor through every season of life. She lived with humility and grace, holding close the promise of Psalm 73:24, trusting she would be received into God’s glory.
She was the proud and loving mother of three daughters: Toni (Andy), Kelly (Todd), and Susan (Michael). Her daughters were the center of her world, and she devoted her life to nurturing them with unconditional love and steadfast faith.
Betty lived simply but loved deeply, believing in kindness and trusting in God’s plan. Those who knew her will remember her calm presence and unwavering devotion to her family. In her passing, we find peace in the assurance of Psalm 121:8: “The Lord will watch over your coming and going both now and forevermore.”
Betty was preceded in death by her husband, Glen Ford, and her brothers, Bernard and Jack.
She is survived by her sister, Arbutus Brown and
her daughters, Toni, Kelly, and Susan; her cherished grandchildren, Jacob Silversides, Kristal Prichard, Amber Salisbury, Misty Zieminski, Colton Owczarzak, Wyatt Owczarzak, Anthony DeLorenzo, and Jessica Ford; her beloved great-grandchildren, Gavin Silversides, Mercede Stein, Joshua Prichard, Taylor Prichard, Autumn Gardner, Clayton Parry, Robert Zieminski, Morgan Zieminski, Raelynn Zieminski, and Remington Fairfield.
Betty’s life was a beautiful testament to faith, love, and perseverance. While she will be profoundly missed, her legacy will live on in the hearts of those she loved and the values she so faithfully carried.