Our sympathy to Leslie DeVolder on the death of her mother-in-law, Elizabeth “Bette” Kathryn DeVolder.

Bette DeVolder died on July 11th in Colorado Springs, Colorado. She was born in Sheldon, Iowa on July 9, 1932.

She is survived by her sister Mary Jo Wilder, her children Dennis (Cheryl) DeVolder, Mary (Jim) DeVolder Heintz and Michael (Leslie) DeVolder. Bette was devoted to her children and grandchildren Caitlin, Emily, Allison, Claire, Shannon, Keri and Jack.

Bette attended Briar Cliff College and taught kindergarten as well as elementary school, prior to marrying John and raising her family. Christmas was her favorite holiday, but she really loved anytime she could spend time with her family.