Bettie E. Smith, 83, of West Lafayette, IN, died at 1:15 AM Monday, February 29, 2016 in her residence. She was born November 10, 1932, in Lafayette, to the late Perry and Elsie Crider. She graduated from Klondike High School in 1950. Bettie worked at Lafayette Venetian Blind for 8 years before retiring in 1988. Surviving are her children Linda Cain of FL, Keith DeVoss of West Lafayette, Brenda Green of Lafayette, Vicki Mayes of West Lafayette, Richard Mayes (wife Elaine) of Lafayette. Also surviving is her sister Carolyn Norfleet (husband Lillard) of Brookston and her brother Don Crider (wife Millie) of West Lafayette. Bettie was preceded in death by her parents, Perry and Elsie Crider and a brother Bill Crider. Services will be private. Those wishing may contribute to the Alzheimer’s Association, 50 E. 90th St. Ste 100, Indianapolis, IN 46240.