Betty Linn (Craig) Hanlon of St. Clairsville, Ohio passed away quietly on Friday October 13, 2017.
Born on September 28, 1921 in Bellaire, Ohio to Martin E. and Stella G. (Trigg) Craig.
Graduated from St. Clairsville High School and Elliot School of Business.
Retired from St. Clair Travel. Grew up in the East Richland Friends Church and was a member of Thoburn United Methodiest Church for over 70 years, where she previously taught Sunday School.
She was a cub scout den mother, 4-H leader and past secretary for the Alumni Association.
She was a member of The Child study club that founded the St. Clairsville Memorial Park and served as the parks first secretary.
Preceded in death by her husband Robert J. “Nick” Hanlon who she married on June 14, 1947. They were married 53 yeas.
She was also preceded in death by her parents, her brother Jay F. (Lois) Craig and her sisters, Marceline (Ollie) Swartz, Carol Murphy, Geraldine (Art) Beck and Peggy Lee (Ed) Cochran.
Survived by sons Tom (Judy) Hanlon of St. Clairsville, OH Charley (Christy) Hanlon of Washington, PA and daughter Priscilla Hanlon of Akron, OH.
In addition she is survived by her grandchildren, Cory (Jesica) Hanlon, Hillary (Rodney) Morgan, Kelli (Ronan) Verdu, Eric (Katie) Hanlon, Laura (Tuckker Brashen Mozena and Sarah Hanlon as well as her great-grandchildren, Jenna Hanlon, Nick Hanlon, Hunter Morgan, Haley Morgan, Abby Verdu, Jack Verdu, Charlie Hanlon and Howie Hanlon.
She enjoyed seeing and hearing from countless nephews and nieces that kept in touch with her.
You always knew what she thought.
Family and friends will be received at the Beck-Altmeyer Funeral Homes & Crematory 204 W. Main St. St. Clairsville, Ohio 43950 on Monday October 16, 2017 from 2-4 & 6-8 pm.
Funeral service will be held on Tuesday October 17, 2017 at 11 am with Rev. Tom Jones officiating. Burial will follow at Union Cemetery.
Memorial contributions can be made to the St. Clairsville Memorial Park by going to “TMCFunding.com.”
Share your thoughts and memories of Betty Linn with the family at www.beckaltmeyer.com
Tom, Judy, Charley, Christie & Priscilla:
Just talked to your mom last week. I am so happy that I did.
I will never forget all the good times we had at St Clair Travel. I am glad that we remained friends through all these years and were able to get together from time to time. I will never forget Betty Linn. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Gloria Lamantia Wallace
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Betty Linn was a very special lady. I always think of her as my mentor, as she was my first manager in the travel industry. I am so sorry for your loss. You have my deepest sympathy.
I worked with Betty Linn for 13 years at St. Clair Travel and we became friends. To the entire family and friends, I am so sorry for your loss. She will be missed!! She was a great lady!!
So sorry for your loss.
I wish to offer my sympathy to Tom and Judy and the entire family on your mothers passing. St. Clair Travel must have been an exciting job for her. Gods Blessings to you all.
Tom and Judy, may you find peace and know that Betz is probably going out with Nick, Marcelyn, John, Bernie, and Manring. They are all going home now. It was wonderful knowing her, her determination, and her love of life and family. God bless you all.
I first met Betty Linn in 1976 when I took a two-week vacation to Hawaii with a local group she sponsored. I enjoyed the trip so much, I moved to Honolulu the following year for the start of a 36-year working vacation across the western United States before retiring back to this area in 2013.
Betty’s family and I remained friends during that period every time I returned to visit my parents who lived in Bellaire.
May God grant Betty’s the strength to overcome her loss and give her peace as she reunites with her husband in Heaven. Farewell, Betty. I will never forget you.