7/31/1944 – 3/8/2018
Gretna – Bettie passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 8 in Kearney, NE. She is survived by Fiancé Dennis VanWinkle; Mother: Ventura Alva of Galesburg, IL; Brothers: Fred (Kathy) Alva, Manuel Alva, John Alva, Jr. of Omaha; Daughter: Debra Dolezal of Kearney; Sons: Joseph (Kristin) Dolezal of Omaha, Anthony Walde of Omaha; Grandchildren: Elizabeth & Nicole Walde, Connor, Alexis, & Nathan Engel; Nephew Todd (Jodi) Alva of Lincoln; Niece: Amanda (Ryan) Balzer of Oregonia, OH; Preceded in death by Husband: Joseph Dolezal; Daughter: Annette Walde-Colgate; Grandson: Bradley Walde; Sister: Linda Petroski; Father John Alva, Sr.; Grandmother: Paula Alva;
Member of St. Patricks Catholic Church, Gretna;
Visitation 5:00 – 7:00 PM Monday; Rosary 7:00 PM at mortuary; Funeral Mass 10:00 AM Tuesday (3/13/2018) at St. Patrick Catholic Church 508 Angus Street Gretna, Nebraska; Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery Gretna, Nebraska.
I know we have not seen or talked daily but I thought of you often , you have always been in my heart ❤️
I’m so sorry for your loss. Grief is a process that’s different for every individual. It’s comforting to know that we have a Heavenly Father who knows our inner-most struggles to come to terms with our loss. I recently lost a brother, a sister-in-law and most recently a best friend so I can sympathize with your pain. I found a comforting scripture at 2 Corithians 1:3-4 which speaks of Jehovah as the God of all comfort who comforts us in all of our trials. I hope this brings you the same comfort as it has me. For more comforting thoughts visit JW. Org.
You will always hold a special place in my heart, Bettie. Thank you for being such a loving grandma and wonderful person to all you came across in your life! I’m sure you are snuggling Bradley, please give him a special hug from me.
Beth, Nik, Joe/Kristin, DD – love you guys and sending you prayers during this difficult time.
Dear Bettie, it was so nice to know you since our daughter met Joe. We loved and respected you. Thanks are given for the short time allowed us to be your friend. Rest In Peace
Kay and Coleen Norton
Sorry for your loss I hope this scripture bring you comfort during this difficult time Revelation 21:3-4