Bette Jean Larson

Bette Jean Larson, age 87 of Moline, died Friday, November 23, 2007 at Bickford Cottage of Moline.
Visitation is Monday, November 26, 2007 from 4:00-6:00 p.m. at Esterdahl Mortuary & Crematory, Ltd. 6601-38th Avenue, Moline. Private family services will be held at a later date. Burial is in Greenview Memorial Gardens, East Moline. Memorials may be made to Leukemia Foundation.
Bette was born August 21, 1920 in Melcher, IA the daughter of William and Mary (Kirtley) Mason. She married Jack R. Larson on July 2, 1939 in Unionville, MO. He preceded her in death on March 27, 1989.
Bette loved watching Iowa Hawkeye Basketball and the Chicago Cubs. She also enjoyed camping, traveling, playing bridge and spending time with her grandchildren.
SURVIVORS
Children Larry (Carol) Larson Parnell, IA
Bill Larson Honolulu, HI
Jacki (Jack) Wilkerson Moline, IL
Mary (Bruce) Griffin Moline, IL
Grandchildren Noah (Dixci) Larson; Sarah (Eric) Helus; Julie (Marcus) Quaranta;
David (Mandy) Wilkerson; Eric (Jennifer) Griffin; Brett Griffin; Emily Griffin
7 Great Grandchildren
Brothers Bill Mason Ottumwa, IA
Dick & Leonard Mason Melcher-Dallas, IA
She was preceded in death by her parents and a grandson, Jack Donald Larson
Online condolences may be expressed to Bette's family by visiting her obituary at www.esterdahlmortuary.com