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2014

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Betty McAllister Obituary

Betty Jane McAllister Oct. 18, 1929 - Oct. 24, 2014 Longtime Resident of Richmond, California. Passed away peacefully with her family by her side. Betty was born on October 18, 1929 in Des Moines, Iowa. She graduated from East High School with honors. She leaves behind to cherish her memory her husband of 62 years, Robert, her son David (Debbie) McAllister of American Canyon, daughters Laura McAllister of Richmond, Carol (Tom) Brikovich of Rodeo. Grandchildren Stefania and Andrew Brikovich of Rodeo, Courtney and Daniel McAllister of American Canyon. She also leaves behind friends who she helped raise as children. Betty also belonged to numerous clubs and organizations in the area. Visitation will take place on Thursday, October 30, 2014 from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. with a Rosary at 7:00 p.m. at Wilson & Kratzer, 455 24th Street, Richmond, CA. Services are being held Friday, October 31, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Paul's Church, 1845 Church Lane, San Pablo, CA. Interment will be at St. Joseph Holy Angels Cemetery, San Pablo, CA.

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Published by Contra Costa Times on Oct. 29, 2014.

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Rita & Steve Bradt

October 29, 2014

Laura, I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your mom. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.

Margaret

October 29, 2014

Loving thoughts and prayers to you and the family during this difficult time. Mom will be greatly missed, her smile, her laugh and her words of wisdom! xoxo

Gayle

October 29, 2014

Laura, my heart goes out to you and your family. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.
Gayle

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30

Visitation

4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Wilson & Kratzer Mortuaries, Civic Center Chapel

455 24th Street, Richmond, CA 94804

Oct

30

Rosary

7:00 p.m.

Wilson & Kratzer Mortuaries, Civic Center Chapel

455 24th Street, Richmond, CA 94804

Oct

31

Service

11:00 a.m.

St. Paul's Church

1845 Church Lane, San Pablo, CA

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455 24th Street, Richmond, CA 94804

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