Elizabeth (Betty) J Houseman, age 82, passed away September 1st 2015, into Jesus’ arms. She was born February 2, 1933 in Grand Rapids, to Clarence (Nick) & Bertha Houseman. Betty worked for Dekker Bookbinders until her retirement in 1998. She was preceeded in death by her parents; Surviving is her sister, Joyce and Frank (Bud) Bolt; nephews, William (Angela) Bolt, Robert (Lea) Bolt, and Ronald (Peggy) Bolt; along with many great and great-great neices and nephews. Betty will be missed by her special friend Joe White. A celebration of Betty’s life will be held September 16, 2015 at Calvary Baptist Church, 1200 28th St SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49508 at 11:00 A.M. with Pastor Dan Austin officiating. Fellowship will follow the service with a light lunch. Interment is at Rosedale Cemetery.

Honoring her wishes, cremation will take place. Arrangements are entrusted to Michigan Cremation & Funeral Care, Grand Rapids,