Bette Jo Farrey
Bette Jo Farrey, 63, of Madison, formerly of Benton, passed away peacefully on April 27, 2009, at her home surrounded by family. Bette courageously battled breast cancer for over 11 years. Bette was born on July 12, 1945, at the Hazel Green Hospital in Hazel Green, the daughter of Joseph H. and Doris (McNett) Dawson. She was raised in rural Cuba City and graduated in 1963 from the Cuba City High School. Continuing her education, she graduated from the University of Wisconsin – Platteville. Bette married in 1968 and is survived by her life partner, Thomas R. “Butch” Farrey. They celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary in 2008. She was blessed with two children, Brettson Thomas (Melissa) Farrey of Madison and Wendy Jo (Jeff) Hansing, of Milton. She also is survived by a sister, Judy (Bill) Behnke of Galena, Ill.; and four grandchildren, Tyler, age 12, Ethan, age 10, Ashley, age nine, and Zach, age seven, who she loved dearly. She was preceded in death by her parents.
Although there were tears and disappointments along the way, Bette maintained a positive outlook on life. She fought her battle with dignity and taught everyone around her the meaning of hope and strength. Memorial services will begin at 11 a.m. on Saturday, May 2, 2009, at the United Methodist Church in Benton with Pastor Rodney Johnson officiating. Burial will be in Mt. Pleasant Cemetery in Cuba City at a later date. The family wishes to thank Gilda’s Club, UW Cancer Center and the Fitchburg Hospice Care Center for their compassionate support and care during Bette’s end of life journey.
The Casey Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Benton is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.caseyfuneralhome.net
