Betty Knippa Wimberley

December 16, 1930 - August 7, 2012

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Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home

3800 N. Big Spring St

Midland, Texas 79705

Monday 8/13, 5:00 pm

Betty Knippa Wimberley passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 7, 2012 in Dallas, Texas. Memorial services will be held on Monday, August 13, 2012 at 5:00PM at Holy Cross Lutheran Church in Midland with Pastor Danny Anderson officiating.Betty was born on December 16, 1932 in Kingsville, Texas to Charles and Bessie Durbin. Betty grew up in Vattman, Texas where she met and married Edwin (Eddie) Herman Knippa in 1948. They were married for 37 years and raised two children together, Connie and Scott. Betty moved to Midland in 1998 where she met Loyd Wimberley and they married in 2001. Betty was a faithful member at Holy Cross Lutheran Church. She was a God fearing woman that had a heart to serve others. Betty loved people and would do anything for anyone. She was one that never complained and no matter the situation she would find the good in it. She was a very hard worker and enjoyed getting to make home a place where everyone wanted to be. She was a loving mother, wife, and granny. Betty always enjoyed painting, but most of all enjoyed getting to be with her family. She is survived by her husband, Loyd Wimberley of Midland, TX; daughter, Connie and husband Carl Cook of Hayward, WI; son, Scott and wife Lorie Knippa of Midland, TX; and two grandchildren, Clete and Callie Knippa of Midland. She is preceded in death by her first husband, Edwin (Eddie) Herman Knippa; grandson, James Travis Beyer; and sister, Charlene Haygard.In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Lutheran Hour Ministries, 660 Mason Ridge Center, St. Louis, MO 63141. Arrangements are under the direction of Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home & Crematory of Midland. Online condolences can be made at www.npwelch.com,

Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home

3800 N. Big Spring St

Midland, Texas 79705

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Monday 8/13, 5:00 pm

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Scott & Connie, We are so sorry to hear about your mom. We loved her very much. Mom and dad always thought the world of her and your dad. It's sad they lost touch throughout the years but it does not dimish the love and sorrow felt today. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families. With love, Mary Catherine and family

Connie & Scott, I know the loss you feel right now is heavy on your hearts. Take comfort in knowing that she will alwys be remember by all who knew her. She was a wonderful woman, who raised a great family....May GOD give you the comfort you need.

Betty was one of our favorite people. She and her family were at all of the family Religious holiday celebrations plus many other gatherings during the time that all of our children were growing up. She had a wonderful attitude about life . We are sure that God has a special place for her. For Scott, Connie, Charlene and Loyd plus all the rest of her extended family God is with you and so are our prayers. Love to all, Odis ,Janice and family

We are saddened by your loss and of the loss to our congregation. Surely she is at rest with the Lord. Our prayers are for you and all the family.

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I will never forget your mother (Connie and Scott). She was very kind and always helping others. I know you will miss her. I lost my dad in May and I miss him. My prayers are with you both and the rest of the family. She was faithflu to the Lord, and I know she is at peace and with the Lord.

A candle was lit by Dan and Mardelle Wise on 2012/08/12

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