Betty J. Osterbur

 Betty J. Osterbur, 97, of Royal passed away at 1:57 A.M. Sunday October 18, 2026 at Carle Foundation Hospital, Urbana.

 Betty was born August 20, 1929 in Stanton Township. The daughter of John B. and Katie (Johnson) Duitsman. She married Herbert J. Osterbur on February 26, 1948 in Flatville. He preceded in death on January 25, 2021.

 She is survived by her children; Mitch (Marsha) Osterbur, Stan (Suzanne) Osterbur, Marsha Rubarts. 5 grandchildren; Katie (Quinn) Huber, Jon (Taylor) Osterbur, Craig (Marisa) Osterbur, Lindsey (Dusty) Block, Michael (Shelby) Osterbur. 9 great-grandchildren Alex and Charlie Huber, Hannah Osterbur, Maya Osterbur, Sophia Osterbur, Emma Osterbur, Hank Osterbur, Tanner and Riley Block.

 She was preceded in death by her parents, son-in-law Charlie Rubarts and a infant daughter.

 She was a member of St. John Lutheran Church, Royal. Betty was confirmed at Immanuel Lutheran Church.

 Betty's greatest joys were her family, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She helped Herb on the family farm, owned and operated a beauty shop and also cleaned houses.

 Betty was a long-time election judge for Stanton Township. Her hobbies included sharing her sewing talent making quilts for the Lutheran World Relief Quilting Projects at St. John Lutheran Church in Royal, IL and, also for her family members. She was dedicated to serving on the Alter Guild for several years.

 She was a great cook and baker and always enjoyed attending Marvin Lee's and Ed Clem's Music concerts. She enjoyed playing cards even though Herb was highly critical of her gaming abilities. Playing Blitz with her card club buddies was always something she looked forward to attending. Betty was also an avid reader sharing important current events, which also made her a great conversationalist. She was an award winning bowler, earning many league trophies.

 Betty often said "I am still waiting for a proper thank-you from Herb, Mitch and Stan, for all the baseball uniforms I've washed for so many years."

 Funeral services will be at 11:00 A.M. Thursday October 22, 2026 at St. John Lutheran Church, Royal. Pastor Ryan Sage will officiate. Burial will be in St. John Lutheran Church, Royal. Visitation will be at the church from 9:00 A.M. to 11:00 A.M. Thursday.