In loving memory of

Betty S. Klingelhoefer
November 2, 1925 - May 2, 2010

Betty Klingelhoefer was born November 2, 1925 in Georgia to Hugh and Erma Smith. She passed away Sunday, May 2, 2010 in Whittier, California.Betty grew up and went to school in Georgia. It was there that she met and later married George Klingelhoefer on June 26, 1945 in Monroe. They enjoyed nearly 65 years of marriage, during which time they raised their two children, Andy and Cheryl. Mrs. Klingelhoefer enjoyed her membership in the Lions Club and Elks Club, and she spent a fair amount of time volunteering with these clubs. While she was primarily a homemaker, she also worked for a time as a bookkeeper.Betty is survived by her dear husband, George; children, Andy Klingelhoefer and Cheryl Sanchez; grandchildren, Brent Klingelhoefer and Daniel, Amanda, and Michael Sanchez; and great-grandchild Amorette Purnell.A memorial service will be held Friday, May 7, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. at White Emerson Mortuary, 133304 E. Philadelphia St., Whittier, California. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to City of Hope.You may leave a message of condolence for the family by selecting 'Sign Guestbook' at the top of this page.

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Joyce and Johnny Taylor and Gail Atha wrote on May 10, 2017:

"We were sorry to hear of Aunt Bettys death. Our thoughts and prayers are with you."

Don & Joan Smith and Families wrote on May 10, 2017:

"Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time. Aunt Betty was more like a Big Sister to me, as we spent so much time together in our younger days.She was a special Lady, and we will always remember the times we spent together. Blessings to all of you.Don, Joan and Family"

Kay Cruce and Kathryn Smith wrote on May 10, 2017:

"Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. We loved Aunt Betty so much, and will truly miss her. We have such great memories-Andy and Cheryl-remember the road trip from Monroe to Mountain View in the station wagon-all three of us in the back seat-and the camping and the bears and coolers. Uncle George, you are in our thoughts and prayers. We have alot of good, funny memories dont we. Too many to mention here, but we know them. Wish we could be there - we are in spirit.Love,Kay and Kathryn"