Betty Jean Smith
September 20, 1949 ~ September 23, 2020
Betty J. Smith
9/20/1949 – 9/23/2020
Betty was the fourth of five children, with three sisters and one brothers, all of whom she shared a lifetime of laughter and memorable escapades. In 1974, Betty became one of the first women hired as a patrol officer by the Denver Police Department, and proudly carried her badge for 34 years. In 1996, Betty’s heart grew three times its size with love when her granddaughter was born, who continued to remain the light and joy of her life. Betty was a loving, trusted, and faithful wife, grandmother, sister, aunt, cousin, and friend.
Betty, you have so many who love and miss you! Our love for you will remain in our hearts forever.
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My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family! You were always kind! Rest in peace, Betty!
Betty was a beautiful person with so much respect for others, she was a great friend and class mate. She will forever be missed but never forgotten. Rest In Peace my dear friend. I'm so very sorry for your loss Charlie.
Betty was a dear friend and a very special lady. I will miss her dearly. Charlie you are in my thoughts and prayers. My dear Rose if you need anything don't hesitate to call. Betty will always and forever be in my thoughts and prayers
Betty was forever beautiful inside and out and always had a kind word for everyone that I knew she had come in contact with.
Sorry for your most tragic loss Charlie, the both of you are always kind and loving. God be with you and your family.
Betty was such a genuinely good person. She always had a smile and a good word to offer. I would run into her frequently in the Property Bureau, both of us putting in evidence, and she and I would always find something to laugh about! Charlie, you were so blessed to have her in your life and I know she felt the same way about having you in hers. You two were a great couple. Thank you, Betty for sharing a laugh, being a great lady, and a fabulous example for female cops! You made a difference! God Bless you!
Betty, we had so many laughs in high school, but did not stay in touch. One day Gary came home from work and told me you were working for Denver. I loved when we would run into you because we just kind of picked up where we left off. You have always been a very special person and now you can share your wonderful laugh with all the other angels. Rest In Peace sweet lady! ❤️ Jan and Gary Regan
Charlie & family so sorry for the loss of such a beautiful Lady inside & out 💕
May you Rest In Peace Ms. Betty 🌹🙏🏼
Charlie my old friend, what sad news. My heart breaks with you. Betty was such a sweetheart. You'll be in my thoughts and prayers for sure. Hang tough, look to the Lord and He will comfort you.
Charlie, What can I say? I don't think condolences is enough for the loss of such a wonderful person. You know of all tough times I shared with Rose and Betty and what an amazing pair they were, and what a crack up they both were when they got together. Betty was always smiling and the posts you have already received I can only echo because Betty did light up the room when she came in. I enjoyed my time with you three and you all made a big difference in my work life, for the better. Thank you for sharing your lovely wife me with when we were all at work. Her passing is a loss to the human race.
Charlie, my deepest condolences to you and your family. Betty was a wonder to work around and with. Her infectious smile and positive attitude will always be remembered. When Betty entered a room, you could feel the warm and joy of her personality. Heaven is a better place with Betty there. God bless you Charlie.
Rick Castricone
Charlie, so very sorry to hear about Betty's death. I hope she went with no pain. I remember the good OLD days in HQ Property Crimes when she, Rose, and the other hard workers, made us Detectives look good. She was always laughing and enjoying life, even smoke breaks before they were verbotten. She was a special lady and was always helpful to me whenever I needed access to the information at her disposal. God Bless you Friend, and may he console you during this time of loss, from someone who has been there. The Sun will shine again!
Charlie, What a great lady and officer. Many happy times and great memories. Kathi and I always loved seeing you and Betty at our various functions. Betty will always be remembered our prayers are with you and the family.
Charlie, you two were very influential in my early life as a police officer. I looked up to the two of you. You guys were quite the duo.
It is hard to believe that Betty is no longer on this earth. I am filled with great memories of a very beautiful, caring and sometimes, tough cop.
I pray that you find peace during this time of losing Betty.
Charlie,
Betty always had a great smile and it was wonderful to see her. I am so sorry to hear of her passing, RIP Betty you will be missed.
Charlie,
Betty was a special person who made the DPD a great organization that served the City of Denver.
Sorry for your loss. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Charlie,
I'm so sorry for your loss. Betty was an amazing Lady and friend to all of us that knew her.
Virgil Wheaton
Charlie,
We are so sorry for your loss. She was a great policewoman and a greater human being. Please let us know if there is anything we can do.
Dave & Sherry Dawkins
I am shocked and saddened to learning passing. I have so many memory's, the one that sticks out most. We were attending AS I training in Jackson Hole Wyo. I had a bad infection in my shoulder. Betty sent you out for supplies and she became my Indian doctor probably saved my arm. Rose Charlie I'm so sorry for your loss.
I'll never forget this dance or you Betty.
May god bless! A good person and always a smile.
One of the truly nice people on the job. Betty always had a smile and a friendly hello for everybody.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of need.
Rest in Piece dear lady!!!! Charlie and family Stay Strong!!!!
Sorry to hear of Betty's passing. Totally Surprised, time passes so quickly. I will always remember her as a true professional, wearing a smile. Rest In Peace lady. Bob Organ
Betty's smile would light up the room! A sweet lady who was a devoted wife, sister, grandmother, police officer, and friend. We are all better for having known her. Rest In Peace, dear Betty.
Tim and Cathy Mullin
Charlie – we are so saddened to hear about your loss. Betty will always be remembered as a great person full of love and joy. – Cuong and Thuy
Charlie – We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Please know you are in our thoughts and we're praying for God's peace to be yours in this difficult time. RIP Neal and Georgianna Smith (Smitty)
Charlie, During our life we meet people who truly stand out for so many reasons and Betty was one for me. A Special, Special Lady! Losing her I know must be painful but be assured your pain is shared by many of us. You can be comforted because she chose you for her husband and she loved the very Best. Stay Strong my friend, my condolences and know she is embedded in the hearts of so many. God Bless you as her smiling face now joins the other Angels. Now she can RIP. Jim Egan
Charlie, I am deeply saddened to hear about Betty. The two of you were an inspiration to me both personally and professionally. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Sending warmest regards
Charlie,
Kelly and I are so sorry for your loss. Everyone loved Betty. Praying for her eternal soul to be with Jesus, Amen
Jay Beliveau and family
Charlie, My deepest sympathy for the loss of your dear bride. Betty was a fantastic person, great friend and neighbor and beautiful wife. The two of you were a fun and loving couple! I'm honored to have known Betty and called her my friend. My God comfort you and the family during this difficult time. Your friend, Dennis Little
Charlie, what a special lady! Always thinking of others, always a smile on her face, and a contagious laugh! She will be missed! Charlie, if you need anything we are here for you! Betty, you and Rose will be in our prayers. Thanks for the line dance lessons! Great memory! Gary and Diana Seurer 😥
Charlie…I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my heart and prayers as Betty now sits among the angels. May she rest in peace.
She was a beautiful, sweet woman, and a good cop. Very sad to hear of her passing.
What a magnificent person and a trailblazer for policewomen. I will always remember her laughter and smile. God rest her soul.
Betty was a genuinely nice person, with a warm smile and a kind heart. I'm so sad to hear of her passing, and far too soon, too. It was always evident that her and Charlie had something special, and Charlie, if you read this, I hope that your grief is tempered by your wonderful memories. God Bless her, she was one of the Great People one meets in life.
May she truly Rest in Peace.
Betty was a wonderful person and police officer. Condolences to you Charlie and the families. RIP
Betty was one of the most optimistic and pleasant people in the world, always finding ways to comfort and encourage others. She was a positive force for good and much loved by everyone who knew her. Charlie, may God bless you and lift you from your sorrow in losing your soul mate.
Charlie and Rose my prayers are with you and your family. Betty, what a sweet lady. She will be missed by all..
Charlie I was so sorry to hear about your loss. Betty was such a great person & I was honored to know her.
Charlie, Rosie, and the rest of Betty's family. As you have read through the other comments and condolences left on this sight, I know you have seen the large number of people who respected, loved, and whose lives were touched positively by Betty. She was a remarkable, caring, loving lady. She was always available if you needed her. She always had a smile and a kind words for others, she might be having a bad day, or not feeling well herself, but she took the time to make your day better. The world was a better place because of her presence, now it's not quite as bright. If I can do ANYTHING for you, please reach out to me. Charlie, you, Betty, and Rosie were some of the friends I wanted to reach out to and get together with now that I am back home. Guess my timing was a little slow, sorry.
Charlie, we cherish memories of our friendship over the years. Betty was well loved, a great officer and person. Our hearts ache for you. May God rest her soul. Our love to you, Rosie, and the rest of your family.
My family's condolences and prayers are with you LT. Betty was such a neat lady. She always had a smile for anyone that crossed her path. She could also bake a helluva cake. She will be missed greatly. GODSPEED Betty.
We are so sad to hear of your passing, Betty We Know Charlie, Rose and the rest of your family are in great pain from your loss. We who have known and loved you will miss you sorely.
Our sincerest condolences to your family.
May the Lord bless you and keep you and may he fill your family's hearts with with the pride and loving memories of having been the loves of your life.
Cleo and Bill Wickersham
We were saddened to hear of Betty's passing. She paved the way for so many of us females and always and a smile and kind word when our paths crossed.
Charlie and Rose, My deepest condolences to you both and the rest of your family. Betty was such a lovely person. I will never forget her beautiful smile, her contagious laugh, and her warm hugs. Rest in peace my friend.
Charlie, and family,
We are so sorry for the loss of Betty. I got to know her well during the time I worked in the Civil Liability Unit, but also knew her from Patrol. She always had a smile. I learned a lot from Betty when I worked with her. She was really good at her job, and had a lot of patience with me teaching me the work.
She was a friend, a work mate and a teacher. She loved her family, you could tell because she smiled as she talked about them, and when there were concerns for her family she was there to help.
Keeping your family in our thoughts and prayers
Amy Alonzo
I will always remember that beautiful smile that Betty had. She was a wonderful and kind person and a great Denver Police Officer. I am so glad that I had the opportunity to have known such a wonderful woman. She will be missed. Charlie and Family my thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. Betty was taken from us way too soon!
Ken and Camille Wright (Peyton and Luke)
Betty was such a wonderful person and neighbor. We will always remember the time we spent and talks we had on their front porch and how Betty was like a grandmother to our children. We are all so blessed by Betty and grateful to have known her. Charlie, we love you and are praying for you and here for you
So sorry for your loss. I remember when you come to Iowa and the cousins get together. Sympathy and prayers to the family
Charlie,
So sad to hear about Betty. She was such a wonderful lady. Sending you and the family our love and prayers. Please let us know if you need anything.
Richard and Jamie Major
So many people before me have said what I have been feeling. I didn't know Betty long it keeps her to be a terrific person. She will be greatly missed. My condolences to you and your family. Mike Sigears
Charlie and Rose,
I am so very sorry for Betty's passing and celebrate what she meant over the years to you and all of us who were fortunate enough to have known her. My best memories reside the times we were all assigned to District three as young officers having fun working the street. Betty was always fun, hard working and more mature than most of the rest of us. She was a leader and didn't know it. In addition she was one of the best and considerate people all of us have known. I have thought of you three often and am sorry that we lost touch over the later years. I will always hold you three in my heart and fond memories and hope your love for and own memories of Betty will live in your hearts forever.
Charlie, we are so sorry to hear of Betty's passing. she was a special person who I always remember smiling and laughing. You are in our thoughts and prayers. RIP sweet Betty
Charlie, so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts & prayers are with you.Betty was a wonderful person and a really great officer. She will be truly missed. Dave Harris
There are not a lot of people you meet in life that acknowledge you every time they see you with a "hello" and a smile, but Betty was one of those rare people. It is also rare to see two people complete each other like Betty and Charlie did and it was obvious that what they had together was special. God bless you Betty and may you rest in peace.
Meet Betty with my friend Bob Gallo when they were on duty together . What a wonderful person. Great sense of humor. Lover her laugh !!!!!!!!!!!!! Miss a good officer who did a good Job !!!!! Steve Bennett Honorary Captain DPD
As each of us grieve privately, I am proud and honored to be Betty's niece. My aunt Betty was a woman of so many wonderful traits, dignity, principle, kind, loving and fun! Her infectious laugh and smile would fill the room and just warm your heart and before you knew it you would be laughing right along with her. Growing up my cousin Christie and myself would spend weekends with our aunt Betty and Rosie. We would have so much fun, going cruising around Denver, going home to watch Elvis movies and have dance parties. There was so much love my two aunts provided. This was genuine, good old fashion fun & love, bringing our generations closer together. Not only was my aunt Betty, my aunt, she was a freind. She was there for me through countless hardships in my life. Betty's fun spirit brought so much fun to family holidays. Betty you are missed more than words can express. You are missed everyday and will never be forgotten. I know we all have an extra angel looking out for us. We will see you on the other side. I love you
Betty, I will remember you well for a very long time. Your smile, your laughter, your friendship, and your love for all. I remember your stories of the streets and family, especially those about Brittney and Charlie. I am so very pleased that you and Charlie had the wonderful fortune to spend a great part of your lives together.
You are a wondrous being, I am blessed for having known you.