IN LOVING MEMORY OF

Betty Scarborough

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Callaway

September 11, 1922 – May 19, 2013

Obituary

After 90 years, Betty Scarborough Callaway died at Mercy Hospital on Sunday, May 19, 2013 She was born in Springfield on September 11, 1922 to Bess and Ray Scarborough. Her early years were spent in several Missouri towns. She graduated from Central High School and received a degree from Southwest Missouri State University where she was elected Homecoming Queen. In 1942 she married Guy Callaway. Together they spent over 50 years devoted to each other and to Springfield. She served on many committees and boards including the Medical Auxiliary, P.T.A., Campfire Girls, Heart Association, Y Board, and Springfield Art Museum. She and Guy attended most of the local performing Arts functions and supported them with their gifts. Most recently, Betty knit 500 baby sweaters and caps for premature infants "Sweet Betty" is preceded in death by her husband Guy, and their son David. She is survived by daughter Ann Marsh (Mike) of Brandon, Mississippi; daughter-in-law Linda Callaway; grandchildren, Mason Marsh (Jennifer), Meredith Marsh Latham (Dan), Frank Callaway (Patti), Guy Callaway (Leann), and Betsy Small ( Brad). She also leaves behind a sister, Frances Turner (Glenn), several nieces and nephews, as well as, 11 great-grandchildren. A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, May 22, 2013 at 9:00 a.m. in Springfield National Cemetery. Visitation will follow at 10:00 a.m. with a memorial service at 11:00 a.m. in Gorman-Scharpf Funeral Home with Dr. Roger Ray officiating.
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Springfield National Cemetery

1702 E Seminole St, Springfield, MO 65804

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Starts at 10:00 am

Memorial Services

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Starts at 11:00 am

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