Mervin Dale Bettis Obituary
The passing of Mervin Dale Bettis in Columbia, Missouri occurred on October 12, 2026. Mervin, born on February 11, 1932, is remembered by those who knew him. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Mervin Dale Bettis to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Willard Bettis and Ethel Bettis (Alley); and his siblings, Marilyn Waite and Maurice Bettis. He is survived by: his wife Marilyn Marie Nelson; his children, Ann Marie Watts (Blake) and Eric Bettis; his grandchildren, Connor Fraser, Cooper Bettis (Meghan), Colby Herring (Tim), Duncan Watts (Mackenzie Pearson) and Zoe Watts; his great grandchild Warren Bettis; and his siblings, Milo Bettis (Norma) and Mary Hodge (Bob). He is also survived by many other family members and friends.
Visitation was held on Thursday, October 15th 2026 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Christ Lutheran Church (201 W Southampton Dr, Columbia, MO 65203). A funeral service was held on Thursday, October 15th 2026 at 11:00 AM at the same location.
