Nettie “Betty” M. Garver, 101, of Mansfield, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, January 29, 2025. Born on March 2, 1923, to Clyde and Helen (Souls) Smith, Nettie lived a long and fulfilling life filled with love for her family and a deep faith in God. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great-grandmother, and friend, and her presence will be greatly missed by all who knew her.
Nettie married the love of her life, Russell Garver Sr., on Easter Sunday in 1941. Together, they raised four children. Betty was a lifelong resident of the Mansfield area, where she attended Mansfield schools and later retired from L & K Motels.
Nettie had many joys in life, including attending flea markets, reading, playing bingo, and trying her luck with the lottery. She especially loved going on rides to Lake Erie with her granddaughter, Brenda and Kevin Wetzel, cherishing those moments. Nettie’s family meant the world to her, and her legacy will continue through her children and many beloved grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren.
She is survived by her son, Russell (June) Garver Jr. of Mansfield; daughters Linda Weimer of Florida and Diane (Tom Davis) Lyall of Tennessee; as well as many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren. Betty is also survived by nieces, JoAnn Ackerman, Marsha Stacco, and Marilyn Harvey, all of Mansfield, and nephew, Harry Smith of Texas.
Nettie was preceded in death by her husband, Russell Garver Sr.; her parents; three sisters and three brothers; daughter and son-in-law, Arlene & Fred Kershner; son-in-law, Robert Weimer; son-in-law, Rocky Lyall; grandson-in-law, Chester Stephens; and great-grandson, Cory Weimer.
Nettie’s warm smile, loving heart, and infectious spirit will never be forgotten, and she will forever be in the hearts of those who loved her.
A visitation will be held on Monday, February 3, 2025, from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM at 98 South Diamond Street, Mansfield, with a memorial service to follow at 1:00 PM. Wappner Funeral Directors-Mansfield is honored to serve the Garver family.