BORN

1939

DIED

2011

FUNERAL HOME

Mish Funeral Home Oildale

120 Minner Ave

Bakersfield, California

Betty Ackart-Reid Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on May 4, 2011.

She came into this world on February 28,1939 and went to be with our Heavenly Father on May 4, 2011. Betty will be forever remembered by her husband of 33 yrs Robert, her dogs Candi and Petey; daughters, Kimala Sawyers and Jo Ault (Larry); grandchildren, Mark (Samantha), Anmber (Trina), Mikey (Monica), Samantha, Michelle and Johnny; brother, Arch Ackart (Bev); sister, Carol Reed (Jerry); nieces, Julie and Shelly,and her nephew Jon; four great-grandchildren and numerous familyand friends. She is also survived by her dear friend Norma (Jerry).

Growing up on the beaches of Ventura, CA gave her a great Love of the Ocean. Betty was a co-driver of 18-wheeler truck with her husband for 12 years. Where she was able to visit 48 states and share their great adventures with her family. Betty was always excited when a family gathering was going to happen. Family was everything to her. She loved being a Mother and a Grandmother. She was a member of the LDS Church for many years and also a member of Eastern Star.

Betty is deeply loved and will be missed by the lives she has touched. Her love of life and family will never be forgotten.

Celebration of Life will be held at Mish Funeral Home Chapel, 120 Miner Ave, Oildale, on Saturday May 14, at 12 noon. There will be a luncheon held after the service.

Arrangements under the direction of Mish Funeral Home, Bakersfield, CA.

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May 13, 2011

carolyn jensen

My thoughts & prayers are with family & friends of Betty at this sad time. I had the pleasure of working with Robert & Betty when they drove as a team with Freymiller. My deepest condolences to all...

May 12, 2011

Helen Embry

Kimala, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I know God will give you comfort and strength, now and the many days to come.

May 9, 2011

Jo Ault

Mom,
You are such a big part of my life, how will I ever get on without you by my side. I know you will still watch over and guide me from your new wonderful home above. To all of us left behind, let's keep her memory alive with the love she had for all of us.
Love you mama, Jo

May 7, 2011

Dorrie Ann Melville

Bob, my thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. Betty was a wonderful lady and will be missed by all who had the pleasure to know her.

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