- Date Of Birth: January 30, 1926
- Date Of Death: November 5, 2015
- State: Illinois
Elizabeth A. “Betty” Krushas, 89, of Jacksonville, IL passed away Thursday evening, November 5, 2015, surrounded by her family.
She was born January 30, 1926, in Decatur, IL, the daughter of Walter T. and Helen Phares Auer. She married Lerton S. Krushas on January 24, 1948, in Decatur and he survives.
She is also survived by two children, Lindy Krushas of Springfield and Stanley Krushas (wife, Patricia) of Edwardsville; two grandchildren, Ryan Krushas (wife, Jamie) of Maryville and Marc Krushas (wife, Chelsea) of Wood River; and a great-grandchild, Makenzie Krushas. She was preceded in death by her parents.
Betty was educated in Decatur schools and graduated from Milliken University, where she was a member of the Alpha Chi Omega sorority. She was a devoted wife, mother, and community volunteer. She was a member of Grace United Methodist Church and the DAR. She enjoyed tennis, golf, playing bridge with friends, and travel adventures with her family. Her passion was reserved for celebrating holidays, especially Christmas, and rooting for the St. Louis Cardinals.
