BROWER,
Betty Jean

Passed on May 2, 2016, in Newport, WA.

Betty was born on July 25, 1927, in Mesa, ID to George and Lavina Lewis.

She lived in Council, ID through elementary school then moved to several communities before graduating high school in Lapwai, ID.

After high school, Betty attended and graduated college from Oregon State University in 1948 with a degree in Clothing, Textiles, and Merchandising.

Later that year, she moved to Priest River where she met and married the love of her life, Ted Brower, Ted and Betty remained in Priest River for the 66 years of marriage, where they raised their six children.
Betty was an accomplished baker and seamstress.

At any family get together Betty’s huckleberries in snow and crescent rolls were a big hit.
While being a full-time homemaker and raising children, Betty found time to substitute teach and volunteer for Cub Scouts, Girl Scouts, Brownies, 4H, PEO, and PTA.

Later in life Betty, became an avid button collector and joined the local button club.
Betty was preceded in death by her parents Lavina and George Lewis and her two brothers George and Donald Lewis.
She is survived by her husband Ted, children Jan (Russ) Haworth, Steve (Imelda) Brower, Dan (Celina) Brower, Jill (Rick) Graves, Wayne (Sandy) Brower, and Douglas Brower.

Betty is also survived by many grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, and nephews.
The family would like to thank all the employees at both the Newport Hospital and Long Term Care Unit for the outstanding care provided to our beloved wife and mother during the final days of her life.
SHERMAN-KNAPP FUNERAL HOME in Newport is in charge of arrangements.

Family and friends are invited to sign the online guest book at sherman-knapp.com