Monday, January 16, 2023

Betty D. Kniss

Bartonville- Betty D. Kniss, 87, of Bartonville, passed away peacefully on 9:17 AM on Thursday, January 12, 2023 at her residence in Bartonville. She was born on August 21, 1935 in Knoxville, IL., to Ernest and Margaret (Myers) Elledge. She married Roger Kniss on July 7, 1957. He preceded her in death on March 14, 2011.


Also preceding her in death were her brother, Robert Elledge; one daughter, Lisa Kniss; and one son, David Kniss. Surviving are her children, Jeff (Jaydin) Kniss, and Rogann Doering. Ten grandchildren, Corey Kniss; Sara and Jeremy Kniss; Nikki, Ashley, and Lance Borsellino; Jason, Megan, Carrie, and Heather Kniss, and ten great-grandchildren.


As a wife, and mother of four, Betty went back to college in 1978, and obtained her Bachelor’s Degree in teaching from Bradley University. She taught for 25 years for District 150 Public School District at Valeska Hinton, Harrison, and Irving Schools.


For the past few years, Betty attended OSF Senior World four times per week. The family would like to thank the staff for all the care and kindness they showed Betty when she was there. She enjoyed making new friends, and being amongst her peers.


Betty was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother and she lived her life for her children, and grandchildren. She adored spending time with her family and loved getting to share in each of their milestones in life.


Cremation rites will be accorded through Endsley-Sedgwick Funeral Home in Bartonville. Per Betty’s wishes, there will be no visitation or funeral. Friends and family will be invited to attend a private celebration of life at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to SAMS Stray Animal Midway Shelter in Hanna City, IL., in Betty’s name.

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