Betty L.

Rager

Betty L. Rager, age 90, passed away on Friday, April 12, 2024, at the Gardens of Paulding.

Betty was born on July 1, 1933, in Paulding County, OH, to the late Darris S. and Gladys (Ansley) Albert. On February 10, 1951, she married the love of her life, Russell E. "Grubb" Rager, who preceded her in death on July 14, 2012. Betty worked as an LPN at Paulding County Hospital for 30 years. She was a devoted member of Paulding Church of the Nazarene, where she played organ for 40 years and taught Sunday school. Betty also played the organ for many years at Den Herder Funeral Home. She cherished time spent with her family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She delighted in her garden; every season brought her great joy as she tended to her flowers and relished the bounty of her vegetables. Her culinary skills were renowned, and she was known for her sweet treats and warm hospitality. You never left her house hungry. Betty also found solace and creativity in sewing and embroidery, spending countless hours crafting beautiful pieces that she often gifted to her loved ones.

The loss of Betty will be deeply felt by her son, Russ (Rena) Rager, Paulding, OH; son-in-law, Terry Gunderman, Paulding, OH; four grandchildren: Megan (Lance) Hull, Jessica (Robert) Huett, Andrew (Summer Stoller) Rager, and Abigail (Benjamin) Giarmo; and six great-grandchildren: Zoe, Meredith, Elise, Autumn, Andi Lynn, and Nicholas. Her presence in their lives was a source of love and strength, and her memory will forever be cherished.

Betty is also preceded in death by her daughter, Judy Gunderman; brother, Darris J. Albert; sister, Dorothy Rager.

Funeral service will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, April 18, 2024, at Paulding Church of the Nazarene, with Pastor Jeremy Thompson officiating. Burial will follow at Blue Creek Cemetery, Blue Creek Township, OH.

Visitation will be held from 4:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 17, 2024, at Den Herder Funeral Home. A visitation will precede services at the church from 10:00 a.m. to the time of services on Thursday.

Memorial contributions may be made in Betty's memory to Paulding Church of the Nazarene.