Betty Joan Parish, 88, of Muscoda, passed away peacefully Thursday, November 17, 2022, surrounded by loved ones at Our House Memory Care in Richland Center. She was born February 4, 1934, in rural Richland County the daughter of Chloran and Laura Banker. Betty lived her entire life in Richland County and met her future husband, Cecil Parish, while attending Richland Center High School. The couple married on August 8, 1952 and started farming just outside Richland Center. They were soon given opportunity to rent to buy the farm in Eagle Township. Working the farm together, Betty milked, drove tractor, or whatever was needed. Together Betty and Cecil raised three children and not only their own children filled the house, but there were always nephews, nieces and friends of the kids. Later Betty and Cecil cared for two grandchildren and two great grandchildren who were a great help in their later life. Betty loved the Lord, her faith played a big role in her battle with breast cancer. Gospel music and the hymns of the faith were of great comfort to her.

Betty is survived by her husband of 70 years, Cecil;

Daughter: Gail (Roger) Venhuizen of Muscoda,

Son: Don (Deanna) Parish of Bangor,

Daughter: Ronda (Bill) Ooms of West Lafayette, IN;

Two special grandchildren: Brenda Bethke of Muscoda, Jeremy (Arielle) Parish of Westerville, OH;

Six grandchildren;

Fourteen great-grandchildren;

Three brothers: Delbert (Ariel) Banker of Rockbridge,

Scott (Betty) Banker of Rockbridge,

Gene Banker of Janesville;

many nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.

Betty was preceded in death by her parents Chloran and Laura, and brother Bob Banker.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, April 29, 2023 at 11:00 AM at the Basswood Union Church with burial to follow in the Basswood Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Saturday, April 29, 2023 at the Basswood Union Church from 10:00 AM until the time of the service at 11:00 AM. In lieu of flowers donations in Betty's name may be made to Lewy Body Dementia Association, www.lbda.org. The Pratt Funeral and Cremation Service is assisting the family with their arrangements.