Elizabeth was born on February 18th, 1937 in Lafayette. And at the age of 79, died surrounded by family at IU Arnett on Tuesday, April 19th, 2016 after long tough battle with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. 

Betty was a 1955 graduate of Jefferson High School. She worked many years at Purdue National Bank in downtown Lafayette, then for Home Hospital and retired from Kittles Furniture in 2013.

Betty is survived by her first husband and friend Patrick Hughes, and preceded in death by her second husband Don Westfall.

Betty's pride and joy was her children, Shannon(Kim)Hughes of Schoharie, NY, Shawn(Tammy)Hughes & Shane(Amy) Hughes and her 8 grandchildren, Jessica, Kaylee, Lindsey, Alexis, Nicholas, Lily, Jackson and Addyson.

Betty was an extremely compassionate person. One of her hobbies was crocheting blankets for Blessed Threads. She was also notorious for her lively political discussions & letters to the editor.  She loved watching sports and cheering for her Cubs every year.  Betty loved her home and was meticulous with her yard. A service will be held on Monday April 25, 2016 at Tippecanoe Memory Gardens Mausoleum at 10:00 AM.

The Family request that in lieu of flowers, please send memorial contributions in remembrance of Betty to Saint Lawrence Catholic Church. 1916 Meharry St. Lafayette, IN 47904.