Betty Louise Lapp, age 100, of Terry, Montana passed away on Saturday, April 26, 2025 at her home.
Betty was born in a farmhouse near Brush, Colorado on July 3, 1924, the daughter of George and Edna (Case) Hagler. In a large caravan of cars, the family moved to a farm north of Savage, Montana in 1929 to raise sugar beets. Betty attended school in Savage for 12 years. She graduated from high school in 1942. Betty married George Lapp in July of 1942. In 1943, George was inducted into the Army and served three years during World War II. Their son Gary was born in 1943 and George never saw him until he was 2 ½ years old. The family moved to a farm west of Terry on a new irrigation project in 1948. During this time, they had three other children: Kathy, Susan and Duane. George passed away in 2001.
Betty was preceded in death by her parents, her husband George, four siblings: Leonard (Alice) Hagler, Lois (Matt) Mathison, Alice (Elwood) Pregan and Robert (Charlotte) Hagler.
Betty is survived by her four children: Gary (Kim) Lapp, Kathy (Andy) Powell, Susan (Steve) Davidson Raisler, and Duane Lapp, eight grandchildren, thirty-one great grandchildren and twelve great great grandchildren.
No services are planned at this time. Condolences may be made to the family by visiting: www.stevensonandsons.com.
Should friends desire, memorials may be made to the charity of one’s choice.
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Delores Cameron says
To Betty’s family we send our sympathy. She was a great lady. Duane you were a wonderful caregiver. May Mom now be at rest.
Cole Lapp says
I only saw her like 2-3 times a year but she is my hero, I’ve always looked up to her and honestly she was a bit of a baddie, I always wanted to ask questions about her life but didn’t have a chance. I’ll miss you Great Gma
Jennifer Beardsley says
I think of Mrs. Lapp every May Day. About 28 years ago, son, Jim, surprised Mrs. Lapp with a May basket. He did this for a few years, finally getting caught, hugged and kissed. Such a fun, loving memory for us all. May you all be wrapped in loving memories during this sad time.
Gregg Tvetene says
My thoughts are with you Duane.
Lori Raisler says
So sorry to see this, Susan and family. God bless you all. 💕💕
BERNADETTE MILLER says
I will miss seeing Betty where I work. My thoughts and prayers are with her family during this time of loss.
Troy & JoDee Hess says
Thoughts and prayers for the Lapp family
Joanne seteren young sturdevant says
Dear lapp family, so very sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. Susan introduced me to her when we were friends in High School. She was such a beautiful and sweet lady. And she touched my soul. GOD Bless you Mrs Lapp as you have Blessed me in knowing you!
Tom Lillian Ostendorf says
So sorry for your families loss. She lived a great long life. God bless you all.
Tara McMackin. says
Lapp family. So sorry for your loss!
Darla Jean Ronning says
Time to rest, Aunt Betty. You were always a lady even when we made you angry. Love you and appreciate all you did for us.
Sherri & Gary Dardis says
So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. I have very fond memories of Betty.
Sherri & Gary Dardis – Savage, MT ( Daughter of Kay Hagler Hamburg).