Betty Louise Lough, 88, of Hutchinson, died October 12, 2024, at Good Samaritan Society, Hutchinson. She was born March 25, 1936, in Manhattan, KS, the daughter of Warren and Bernadine (Lemarr) Hill. On April 6, 1963, Betty married Ralph Lough in Columbus, KS. They shared 58 years of marriage before his death on May 16, 2011.
Betty was a homemaker and gleefully raised her children to play Bridge and Pinochle at young ages. She loved theme parties and spent time decorating their home to reflect holidays. Betty especially enjoyed a good scare and decorating for Halloween. One year she even turned their whole home into a haunted house. After retirement, Betty and Ralph spent time traveling and eventually settled in Hutchinson, KS. Surviving cancer four times did not slow her down, despite the health issues Betty remained the fun and joyous person she had always been.
Betty is survived by: children, Rick (Krista) Lough, formerly of Abilene, KS, Janet Flanary of Mission, KS, Sheri (Ted) Cunningham of Mountain View, AR, Robert (Mary) Lough of Wamego, KS; 10 Grandchildren; 16 Great Grandchildren; one Great-great-grandchild; brother, Alan (Tina) Lough of Sebring, FL; and sister, Sandy Jones of Kansas City, KS.
She was preceded in death by: her parents; husband, Ralph Lough; older brother Jim and younger sister Anita.
Cremation has taken place. Private family services will be held.
In lieu of flowers, memorials contributions are suggested to the American Cancer Society, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.