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Betty J. Sass, 95, of Belton, Mo was granted her angel wings on August 7, 2019. Betty was born September 16, 1923 to parents Hallie (Louise) and George Lent in Amesville, OH. Her final days were spent surrounded by family at Kansas City Hospice House. At her request no service will be held.
Betty is survived by her husband of 75 years, Herbert Sass, son Larry, son Chris and wife Donita, daughter Tracey Monk and husband Jeff, grandson Shaun Sass, granddaughter Angie Amande, 2 great-grandchildren, numerous nephews, nieces and other cherished family and friends.
Memorial Gifts may be made to the American Diabetes Association.
Tamra Bisbee says
Lovely Betty.
Rodger Clair Tracy says
Betty and Herb Sass are outstanding members of the Greatest Generation! My parents, Clair and Lila Tracy, knew and loved Betty and Herb for 72 years – they were both married in 1944 I believe. They first met when Herb and Clair formed their B-17 crew in Alexandria, LA – just before flying a B-17 to England over the Atlantic. Herb was the flight engineer/top turret gunner who flew up with the pilots (Clair was the co-pilot) during their 35 combat missions over Germany. Herb and Clair talked with one another almost every year, visited each other, and went to B-17 crew reunions over the years. Clair(96) and Lila(91) both passed away in 2016 after 72 years of marriage. Tracey Monk, Betty and Herb’s daughter, was named after my dad, according to Herb, because of Herb’s admiration for Clair and their shared very intense WWII combat experiences. I pray that Clair and Lila have already welcomed Betty in heaven – may they celebrate the Lord together for eternity! I pray God’s peace and grace upon you Herb as you miss Betty! I believe that Herb may be the last remaining living member of their 10 member B-17 crew! Herb you and your crew are our true and faithful hero’s! We love you all!
Rosalie Tracy says
My sincere sympathy in your loss. As my brother stated above, our parents were like extended family, the war made relationships like theirs very precious for life. Dad had such a love and respect for the crew and would always update me on you and your families. I met your parents several times and exchanged cards, letters, photos and occasional phone calls. It is difficult losing our parents and through dementia it is even more challenging. Please know that healing thoughts are with you all.
Our loved ones live on in our hearts, their gifts of love and guidance continue to lead our life’s path back to each other one day.
Deepest regards to you all.
Rosalie Tracy
Debi Stephens says
I hope you all know you’re in my thoughts and prayers.