I am so sorry for your loss, I lost my Mom last year. I have found death to leave me with a feeling of helplessness. May I leave you this word of encouragement that has helped me. The Bible says that God or J ehovah hates death; he views it as an enemy. (1 Corinthians 15: 26) He has "a yearning" to conquer that enemy, to undo death by means of the resurrection. He longs to bring back those who are in his memory and to see them live on earth again. -Job 14:14,15. My sincere condolences

My heart goes out to Ray, Lisa, Marsha, Brian, and Mark. I was so sorry to hear about Betty's passing. I remember always being over at your house growing up. Betty was always so sweet and caring. Betty always had and always will have a special place in my heart. I loved her alot. I remember I was so scared to ask Betty and Ray to be my godparents, I should not have been. You were both there for me. I felt a special connection to Betty when I was baptized since I took the confirmation name of Elizabeth. I wish I had been able to be there for all of you. Just know that you are all in my heart. I have such love for all of your family. You are my family too.

Mark, so sorry to hear of your Mother's passing. I did not know your Mother, but if she was anything like you, she would have been a blessing to be around. Thoughts and prayers are with you and yours. With love, Dan

Dear Ray, Lisa, Marsha, Brian, Mark, and all the nieces and nephews: My heart sincerely grieves with you on the loss of Betty. She was such a wonderful and amazing woman. I am so thankful that God brought her into my life. I have so many wonderful memories of her and the family. I also smile at all of the memories we made in our travels abroad. I think so highly of her and love her (and your family) dearly. Please know my heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with your family in this time of grief. I am here if you need anything!! Love, Bill

Mark and family...I wish I had the perfect words to say to comfort you all. Your mom was always so gracious to open her home to me when I would come to visit Mark during our college years. She always kept such an immaculate home! I admired that and tucked it away in the back of my mind for when I had my own family (although I haven't even come close to what your mom could do). I have such fond and vivid memories of visiting your Speedway home. I lost my dad to cancer two years ago. It was the hardest thing I've ever gone through. I can say, however, that I feel him with me every day and I know for a fact he is pleading my case in heaven as I'm sure your mom will be for you. So many times I have felt his intervention. You'll be amazed...I wish I could be there in person over the next few days. Please know that I will be praying for you, that you may feel the peace of Christ which surpasses all understanding. Love and hugs, Anne

Ray, I am so sorry to hear of Betty's death. I remember the last time I saw you both at the Bonefish Grill and I know how difficult this time is for you. Take care and know that all your Peerless friends are thinking about you.

Mark, we are so sorry to read about your mother. Please know you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers at this sad time. May your memories serve as a source of comfort.

Stephen Hundley purchased flowers (Sweet Sincerity)

With Deepest Sympathy from the IUPUI Department of Technology Leadership and Communication.

Stephen Hundley purchased flowers (Peaceful White Lilies Basket)

With Sincere Condolences, Stephen and Hester Hundley

Since I was a little kid, loving and adoring the Volpatti Family was a part of everyday Life. Such exquisite Friends to our Family one could only hope to find. And there they were, living just down the street. Lisa, Marcia, Brian, Mark, and darling Ray, I hold you tenderly in my heart at this time. Betty was such a wonderful person, I know Angels were waiting to lift her up and carry her on the moment her Soul moved on to it's adventure in Heaven. Our Family send as much loving support to all of you as is humanly possible to send. We love You--always have, always will! Joyce DeWitt

Ray, hearing about your loss has deeply saddened us, but we know that this is far from what you are going through right now. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to you and your family.

Annette made a donation to ST VINCENT NEW HOPE INC

During this difficult time I would like to extend my most heartfelt sympathies. If you need a friend to help you through this, you know who to call.