Betty Rau

Betty Jean Rau
Haslett formerly of Lansing

Went to be with her Lord and Savior on Saturday, October 16, 2021 at the age of 97. Betty was born November 23, 1923 to Arthur and Alma (Durfee) Kinsman in Barryton, Michigan. She graduated from St. Lawrence School of Nursing in 1945 with her last day of training being the day World War II ended. As a Registered Nurse, Betty practiced in a variety of nursing positions over the years, starting as a staff nurse at St. Lawrence Hospital. She moved to Arizona for a few years to work in a tuberculosis sanatorium and when she moved back to Michigan, she worked in private practice with local doctors and as a public health nurse for Ingham County doing wellness physicals for children. Her last position was with General Motors as an in-house nurse where she stayed until her retirement in 1989. Following her retirement, Betty volunteered for the American Red Cross to assist with blood drives and at St. Lawrence Hospital in the surgical lounge where she provided support to patients and families. Betty was a member of Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish in Lansing for many years and was an active member of the Sam Corey Senior Center in Holt. She enjoyed traveling in the U.S. and abroad and really enjoyed taking trips with her friends to different casinos. Betty was deeply loved and will be greatly missed by all who remember her. Preceding her in death were her husband, James L. Rau as well as her parents.
Surviving are her daughter, Mary (Mike) Wichman, son, Jeffrey Rau; two grandchildren, James DeLine and Amy DeLine, and great grandchildren Ava and Jackson. Two step grandchildren Justin (Tina) Wichman and Jamie (Josh) Milburn and their children, Mason, Jalen, Briella, Logan, Aryann, and Ryker as well as many extended family and friends.

A private family service will be held graveside at St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery. For those desiring, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in Betty's name. To share memories and condolences please visit www.SkinnerFuneralHomes.com