Leah W. Betts

Milton—Leah W. Betts, 91, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on Saturday, January 13, 2024.

She was born in Harbeson, DE on November 19, 1932, to her parents, John S. and Anna (Walls) Warrington.

Leah retired from the State of Delaware as Chief Clerk at the Justice of the Peace Courts. She wore many hats serving on the State of DE Violent Crimes Compensation Board, Chairperson and Vice Chair of Milton Town Council, Milton Town Council as Vice Mayor, State Democratic Vice Chairperson, Milton Chamber of Commerce, Milton Century Club. Leah was also a member of the Grace Church of Milton, DE. Most important to Leah was spending time with her family.

In addition to her parents, Leah was preceded in death by her loving husband, Nelson; sisters, Ethel W. Hastings, and Pearl Warrington; and brother-in-law, Harry Betts.

She survived by her sons, Robert N. Betts (Nancy) and John Betts (Diane); sister, Retta Clifton; sister-in-law, Hilda Betts; grandchildren, Kyle Betts (Jamie), Ryan H. Betts, Chad D. Betts; Step-grandchildren, Stacey Barrett and Chase Kocher; great grandchildren, Isabel Betts, Cohen Betts, and Cayson Betts; and numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews, extended family and a host of friends.

A funeral service will be held on Friday, January 19, 2024, at 1:00pm in the chapel of Short Funeral Services, 416 Federal Street, Milton, DE 19968, where a time of visitation for family and friends will be held on Thursday, January 18, 2024, from 6:00pm to 8:00pm. Burial will be in Milton Odd Fellows Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers the family welcomes memorial contributions to: American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 42040, Oklahoma City, OK 73123 or The Grace Church, 514 Union Street, Milton, DE 19968

Online condolences are welcome for the family at www.shortfuneralservicesandcremation.com