Betty Jo

Lawyer

On august 10, 2011, Betty Jo Lawyer, 82, of Sarcoxie, Missouri left her earthly home and entered the heavenly kingdom following a long illness. Jo was surrounded by friends and family, including her husband Bub, brother Sam, children and grandchildren, and always met them with a smile, even in her final days. Jo was born May 23, 1929 to Sam and Juanita Feather. She graduated from Sarcoxie high school in 1947. She married her husband of 64 years, Harry "Bub" Lawyer, on April 19, 1947. Jo spent her life devoted to God and to her family. Even in her final days, she willfully offered care to her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. She and Bub raised three children; Alana, Dave, and Tom. She spent many hours of her life caring for her 10 grandchildren and 19 great grandchildren, as well as other family members and friends. She is remembered fondly for long talks, walks through the pastures, fishing trips, and her cooking skills. Jo was a member of the Sarcoxie First United Methodist Church and joyfully served and worshipped there for 69 years. She worked for 27 years in the office of Dr. J.J. Royce. Jo was always known as one to offer love and assistance to anyone in need, regardless of any inconvenience she might face as a result of her charity. She was regularly found at various sporting and community events, supporting friends and family. The family takes great comfort knowing that she is walking alongside her daughter Alana and Jesus in heaven. In lieu of flowers, the family asks for donations to be made to the Sarcoxie First United Methodist Church. Funeral services for Mrs. Lawyer are 10:00 a.m. Saturday, August 13, 2011 at the First United Methodist Church in Sarcoxie, Missouri with Pastors Jerry Mayfield and James Yost officiating. Burial will follow in the Sarcoxie Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Friday evening from 6-8:00 p.m. at the Housh-Goodwin Funeral Home in Sarcoxie, Missouri. On-line condolences may be sent to the family through our website www.housh-goodwinfuneralhome.com. Arrangements are under the personal care and direction of the Housh-Goodwin Funeral Home in Sarcoxie, Missouri.