Betty Jo Furlow, 84, of Benton, IL, born June 25, 1937, to Maude and Gus Adams, gained her Heavenly Wings on Thursday, January 27, 2022, peacefully at SSM Health Good Samaritan Hospital in Mt. Vernon, IL, holding the hands of her loving son Adam and Daughter-in-law Lisa. Betty Jo was born June 25, 1937, to Maude and Gus Adams.

She was the most elegant, beautiful, classy woman with a heart of gold and will be dearly missed by all.

Betty Jo was married to Raymond Furlow for 62 wonderful years, and together, owned Raymond Furlow Excavating Business for over 50 years. She also took pride in her role as Benton City Treasurer for over 20 years. While raising her two boys, Betty returned to College at SIU and earned a degree in Social Welfare.

She was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Benton. Where she played the organ for 50 years. She was also a member of the choir and praised God with her beautiful voice. Betty Jo was always helping those in need at the church or in the community.

Betty Jo and her family loved to take many road trips in the RV all around the US.

She is survived by her son Adam Furlow, daughter in law, Lisa Furlow, step grandson Quinten Bowen and his wife Jessica; her sister-in law Thelma Creamer nephews, Mike Arnold and Pat Arnold, nieces Debbie (Arnold) Hanson and Bonnie Arnold along with many great nieces and nephews.

Betty Jo was preceded in death by her husband Raymond Furlow and son Michael Furlow; Sister Beverly Arnold and Brother -in-law Jack Arnold, Brother in-law Mike Creamer.

Betty Jo's family would like to thank the staff at SSM Health for the excellent care and compassion during her stay. Thank you to the two special angels Dawn and Abby for going above and beyond expectations during this difficult time.

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Pate Funeral Home, 301 S. Main St., Benton, IL.

*Per the families request: Face Masks are requested for all guest, and will be available.*

Visitation will be held from 11:00 a.m. to 1 p.m., on Tuesday, February 1, 2022, at the First United Methodist Church, 203 West Church Street, Benton, IL.

Funeral Services will follow the visitation at 1 p.m., Tuesday, February 1, 2022, at the First United Methodist Church, with the Reverend Jesse Hinds officiating services. Burial will follow funeral services at the Harrison Cemetery, Buckner, IL.

Memorial contributions may be made to the First United Methodist Church, Benton, IL, and the American Alzheimer's Association and will be accepted at the funeral home.

Online condolences maybe expressed at www.patefh.com