Betty Rowell
Betty Rowell

Groton, Vt. — Betty Ann Davis Rowell, 76 of Groton, Vt. beloved mother, sister, and friend passed away at Cottage Hospital on Dec. 28, 2016. She was born on Aug. 10th 1940 in Randolph, Vt. Betty was the daughter of Elwin and Violet Davis of Royalton. She married John Rowell on Oct. 5, 1963 in Groton, Vt. Betty attended Royalton Schools and South Royalton High School. She worked for Tunbridge Tables in Tunbridge for 5 years, was a homemaker and was self-employed for Vermont Lumber Specialities. Betty was predeceased by her parents and her husband.

She is survived by four children, John (Jack) Rowell of Braintree, Janet and husband, Marcos Miller of Randolph, Julia and husband, Scott Crippen of Grimesland, N.C., and Jeneil and husband, Scott McAllister of Woodsville, N.H.; 3 siblings, Ann Eastman of Groton, Vt., Eugene (Joe) Davis of Royalton, Vt., Alice (Neil) Lamson of Pomfret, Vt. five grandchildren, Bethany Silloway, Alan Foote, Amanda Lloyd, Bryanna Foote, and Christopher McAllister, 5 great grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

Betty loved gardening, genealogy, and her family. She will be remembered for her kindness and grace. She worked as a volunteer at the Groton Senior Meals for a number of years. A graveside service will be held in the Spring. Contributions can be made to Royalton Historical Society, 4184 Route 14, So. Royalton, VT 05068

Calling hours will be on Saturday, Dec. 31, 2016 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. with a prayer at Boardway and Cilley Funeral Home, 300 Route 110, Chelsea, VT. To offer an online condolence please visit www.boardwaycilley@charter.net or call 802-685-4600.