Betty Lou Ahlard

October 24, 1930 - August 21, 2015

NORWAY- Betty Lou Ahlard age 84 of Norway, died Friday, August 21, 2015 in the compassionate and loving care of the nurses and staff at Hyland Nursing Home in Iron Mountain, MI. She was surrounded with family love throughout her life and at this time. She was born on October 24, 1930 in Norway, the daughter of the late Henry and Elsie (Camerier) Morosini. Betty graduated from Norway High School, and married her high school sweetheart Milton Ahlard on May 6, 1950 at Bethany Lutheran Church in Norway. He preceded her in death on December 3, 2000. Betty worked at Northland Grocers as an office clerk for several years. Betty and Milton enjoyed traveling in her retirement, wintering for several years in Naples, Florida and attending sporting events with the Green Bay Packers and Michigan State Spartans. The greatest joy was her grandson Dan in his many activities as he grew up. He was a great love in her life. Betty is survived by her daughters Bonnie (Milt) Krznarich of Norway and Karen (Fred) Kayne of Okemos; grandson Dan (Amanda) Krznarich of Appleton, WI; great granddaughter Lucy Ann Krznarich; sister Sharon (Joe) LeBlanc of Norway; many special and loving nieces and nephews who visited with her. She was preceded in death by her sister Joyce Vanderlin. Private graveside services will be held at the Norway Township Cemetery, with Fr. Timothy Ekaitis, pastor of St. Mary’s Church in Norway, presiding.