Mrs. Betty Jean Liller
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Mrs. Betty Jean Liller

  • June 12, 1931 - January 3, 2012
  • Annapolis, Maryland
  • Hospice of the Chesapeake
    445 Defense Highway
    Annapolis, MD 21401
  • St. Martin's Church
    1120 Spa Road
    Annapolis, MD 21403
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“I was very sad to hear of Betty's passing. We served together on St. Martin's prayer chain with Betty always calling to pass on the messages to me. ...Read More » ”
1 of 33 | Posted by: Karen Fisher-Nguyen - Edgewater, MD

“We are deeply sorry for your loss Todd. Her memory will be cherished by many. ”
2 of 33 | Posted by: Elissa Bell - Annapolis, MD

“Our deepest condolences to each of you in the loss of your mother. Betty Jean and my father, Darrell Roth, were first cousins. My parents lived in...Read More » ”
3 of 33 | Posted by: Mahlon and Joann (Roth) Fiscel - PA

“I am so sorry to hear about Betty's passing - I will always remember her at Amy and Alex's soccer games. She was such a friendly, warm and loving...Read More » ”
4 of 33 | Posted by: Betty Welchman - Baltimore, MD

“I was sorry to read about your mother. It's been many, many years since I've seen her or any of you. You're in my thoughts and prayers. ”
5 of 33 | Posted by: Joyce Cosgray-Vontz - Mount Airy, MD

“Thinking of your special family and keeping you all in our prayers. Wishing you blessings. -Debby and Dean ”
6 of 33 | Posted by: Debby Coughlan - MD

“Kim, you introduced your mother to me after Our Shepherd's 50th anniversary concert several years ago. I remember thinking that she seemed to be such...Read More » ”
7 of 33 | Posted by: Laura Hein - Arnold, MD

“I will miss Betty's warm smile with every greeting she gave. I am glad to know her and pray for God's healing for the family in this time of loss....Read More » ”
8 of 33 | Posted by: Dave Edsall - Annapolis, MD

“What a sad, sad loss for the extended Liller family -- which, because of the warmth Betty always spread wherever she went, embraced many others...Read More » ”
9 of 33 | Posted by: Linda and Wayne Adamson - MD

“Kim, Dana and Todd, you are in my thoughts and prayers during this time. Your mom was a very special person. I remember her enthusiasm for life. ...Read More » ”
10 of 33 | Posted by: Margaret Epperly - Winston-Salem, NC

“My deepest sympathy to Kim, Dana, Todd, and their families for the loss of your mother. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. Take...Read More » ”
11 of 33 | Posted by: Don Wilt - Atlanta, GA

“Deepest sympathies to Kim, Dana, Todd and your families. I always remember your mom's smile, kind word, love of a good laugh, and devotion to her...Read More » ”
12 of 33 | Posted by: Kris (Maffett) Meyer - Charlotte, NC

“My deepest sympathy for your family. God Speed to Beemie! ”
13 of 33 | Posted by: Kim Hohman - Pasadena, MD

“I saw all the wonderful photos of Betty and her family, interspersed with photos of lighthouses. I wonder what the connection is/was with...Read More » ”
14 of 33 | Posted by: Louise P. Johnson - Annapolis, MD

“What a shock to see Betty's photo on the Obituary page in the Capital tonight. I have lived across the street from Betty for 30 years. She was...Read More » ”
15 of 33 | Posted by: Louise P. Johnson - Annapolis, MD

“Although I never had the pleasure of meeting you, my dear friend, your granddaughter Julie has told me so many wonderful things. You will always be...Read More » ”
16 of 33 | Posted by: Robin Shaw - Dundalk, MD

“I love you now, always, and forever, my dear Beemie. You'll never be too far from all of your family and friends and we will pass on your legacy to...Read More » ”
17 of 33 | Posted by: Julie Rosekrans - Elkridge, MD

“We are expressing our deepest condolences to you and your family. May God bless you with the strength and courage needed to get through your moment...Read More » ”
18 of 33 | Posted by: Tina Lemon and Don Johnson - MD

“"Memories of those we love live forever in our hearts.". You will see her reflection and hear her voice echo in the things she left behind- In the...Read More » ”
19 of 33 | Posted by: Kevin and Sue - oakland, MD

“Betty and her family accepted me into their family and life in 1974, and since that time, i have felt like another son to her, and a brother to Todd,...Read More » ”
20 of 33 | Posted by: jim sassak, - beckley, WV

“Our prayers are with you all. Mary, I remember in one of your confirmation essays you said heaven was "a party praising God" that's where your...Read More » ”
21 of 33 | Posted by: Christine Barlow - Maineville, OH

“I have to say that I will really miss this great lady. We shared a lot, and though it wasn't as often in the past few years we always started just...Read More » ”
22 of 33 | Posted by: Jim Govoni - Bowie, MD - Friend

“Oh, Beemie, what do I say? You were one of the most amazing women I have had the privilege to know. Your brilliant smile, your acceptance of things...Read More » ”
23 of 33 | Posted by: Pat & John Zook - Tampa , FL

“Beemie was an amazing lady and I feel so lucky that I was able to get to know her. What a refreshing attitude she had, always positive and full of...Read More » ”
24 of 33 | Posted by: Felicia Rosekrans - Stevensville, MD

“Mary, sorry to hear about your Grandma's passing! I am glad I got to meet her!! There sure is a party going on in heaven for sure!! Love ya! ”
25 of 33 | Posted by: Elizabeth Blusiewicz - MD

“Rob, Katie and I am so sorry for your loss. It is so hard to say good-bye to your Mother as I know...especially when God has given us such loving...Read More » ”
26 of 33 | Posted by: Laurie A. Lester (aka - June) - MD

“Todd, Kim, Dana and Families, I cried when I saw the beautiful picture of your mom! It brought back the warm memories of her lovely smile and...Read More » ”
27 of 33 | Posted by: Marianne & Ed Green - FL

“You were so blessed to have such a classy lady as your mom, grandma and friend. We know she will be missed very much but you all have such great...Read More » ”
28 of 33 | Posted by: Susan Franklin - Glen Burnie, MD

“We'll see her again! ”
29 of 33 | Posted by: Jeanne Dawson - Annapolis, MD

“Miss Betty was a "true lady" in my eyes and someone I looked up to while growing up in Garrett County. My life has been enhanced from her being a...Read More » ”
30 of 33 | Posted by: Kim Shirer - Cumberland, MD

“To The Liller Family, Words can't express how saddened I am by Betty's passing. She was a very special lady, and will be missed by many. I have fond...Read More » ”
31 of 33 | Posted by: Carolyn Meade - Riva, MD - Friend

“My heart goes out to the family.I am so sorry for your loss.Although I never got the chance to meet Betty.I heard such wonderful things from Kim....Read More » ”
32 of 33 | Posted by: Pat Vandoren - Jacobus, PA

“Big "T", Dana & Kim - I'm so sorry. Betty Jean was a wonderful person and mother. She was a beautiful lady. My heart goes out to you during this...Read More » ”
33 of 33 | Posted by: Brian "Fro" Selders - Hagerstown, MD


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Betty J. Liller (nee Roth), 80, a resident of Annapolis since 1983 and formerly of Oakland, died January 3 at Mandrin Hospice following a very brief illness.
Betty was born June 12, 1931 in Horse Shoe Run, West Virginia to the late Earl and Esta Roth. She graduated from Aurora High School, Aurora, WVA then from West Virginia Business College in Clarksburg, WVA in 1950. She married Jack Edward Liller in December 1951. She was a receptionist and funeral assistant at the John M. Taylor Funeral Home. Betty was an active member and participant at St. Martin's Evangelical Lutheran Church in Annapolis and was a member of the Retirees Choir. She enjoyed her family and supporting her grandchildren's band and athletic events. She loved baseball and was an avid Orioles fan. She also enjoyed cooking and attending local theatre.
Betty was preceded in death by her husband who died in 1979.
She is survived by two sons, Dana R. Liller and his wife Kathie of Germantown and Todd E. Liller and his wife Lenore of Annapolis; daughter, Kimberly A. Rosekrans of Gambrills; brother, Jack Roth and wife Carol of Morgantown, WVA; six grandchildren, Julie and Mary Rosekrans, Emma Liller and Kiersten Quinter, and Bryan and Alex Liller; two great-grandchildren, Olivia Liller and Aiden Koon.
Visitation is 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m., Friday, January 6 at the John M. Taylor Funeral Home, 147 Duke of Gloucester St., Annapolis with funeral service 10 a.m., Saturday, January 7 at St. Martin's Evangelical Lutheran Church, 1120 Spa Road, Annapolis. Interment 12 noon, Monday, January 9 at Garrett County Memorial Gardens, Oakland.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions to Hospice of the Chesapeake, 445 Defense Highway, Annapolis, MD 21401 or St. Martin's Church, 1120 Spa Road, Annapolis, MD 21403.