Elizabeth Colleen Hartung | Laclede County Record

Elizabeth Colleen Hartung, 90, passed away on July 23, 2024 in Kansas City, Missouri. She was born on February 23, 1934 in Lebanon, Missouri and was a beacon of warmth and love throughout her life.

Affectionately known as Granny, Betty devoted herself to caring for others, cherishing her family above all else. Her life was a testament to love and compassion, leaving a lasting impression on everyone she met.

Betty was preceded in death by her husband, Karl Hartung; her children, Susan Clemmons, Jeaneeta Love, Stephen Clemmons, and Stanley Clemmons; her siblings, Kinder Esther, Irene Mott, Eugenia Esther, Dale Esther, Dean Esther, and Joseph Esther; and her parents, Walter and Lula Esther.

She is survived by her stepdaughter Janie Dewall (Tom) of New Franklin, Missouri, her grandchildren Sean Clemmons (Brianna) of Bentonville, AR, Brett Love (Natasha) of Kansas City, MO, Evan Clemmons of St. Joseph, MO, Chris Dewall (PJ) of Villa Ridge, MO, and Mark Dewall of Jefferson City, MO. She is also survived by her beloved great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

A memorial service and celebration of life will be held at Park Lawn Funeral Home – Northland Chapel, located at 1640 N State Route 291, Liberty, MO 64068, on August 9 at 1:00 PM. The funeral home is honored to assist with her services, to ensure that Elizabeth’s life is celebrated with the dignity and love she so richly deserves. The funeral service will be at 11:00 AM on Saturday, August 10, 2024.