B. "Betty" E. Biek Obituary (1921 - 2017)

B. "Betty" E. Biek, 95, of Buchanan, MI, passed away on July 20, 2017 at Buchanan Meadows. She was born on September 17, 1921 to Joe and Cora Bishop, in Alcorn County, MS. On October 7, 1944, she married Richard Biek at a ceremony in Dowagiac, MI. Betty enjoyed her many years working at The Donut Shop in Buchanan. Betty is survived by son, Jim (Karen) Biek; daughters, Jill (John) March, Jacque Hercik; grandchildren, Jennifer (Darrin) Stanford, Brian (Julie) Hercik, Steve (Krissy) Hercik, Melissa (Shawn Smith) March, David Biek, Kathryn Biek, Sean (Niki Jo) Biek; and ten great grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her husband, Richard; parents, Joe and Cora; four brothers and one sister. The family would like to thank the staff at Buchanan Meadows for the excellent care Betty received. They would also like to thank Betty's two special friends, Virginia and Smitty. Funeral Mass for Betty will be at 10 am on Tuesday, July 25, 2017 at St. Anthony's Catholic Church, 509 W 4th St, Buchanan, MI 49107. Burial will follow at Calvary Cemetery, Niles. Visitation will take place on Monday, July 24, 2017 at Hoven Funeral Home, Buchanan, from 4-8pm with Rosary at 7pm. Memorial donations can be made to Buchanan Senior Center. Online condolences may be made at www.hovenfunerals.com.