Affectionately known as “Mom”, “Grams”, “GG”. Bettina Lou Petty-Tuck, (Hoffard), was a woman of faith and family. Born in Colville on May 28, 1933, to Ruth and Leslie Hoffard, she was the youngest of three siblings, Ada and Leslie (Tex). She grew up on a beautiful farm in Laurier, WA. And attended grade school in Orient, WA. The family then moved to Spokane where she attended Rogers High School. Later in life Tina decided to attend a secretarial school and began her career with Aetna Insurance.
After living with Alzheimer’s for nearly ten years, Tina went home to be with her Heavenly Father on June 24, 2021. She is survived by her children; Debbie Vestal (husband Doug), Brenda Whipple (husband Glen), and Darin Petty (wife Kelly). Grandchildren; Sheyna, Jason, Jesica, Brock, Richelle. Tyler her youngest Grandson who preceded her was there to welcome her home, along with MaMa and PaPa who she has desperately wanted to see for so long.
Her faithful, warm-hearted nature brought calm and comfort to all those around her. Such a beautiful soul, she will be very much missed.
If you were lucky enough to know Tina you know she dawned a halo all along. Now as she walks with her beloved Savior, she finally has the wings to match.
Bettina will be laid to rest in her family cemetery in Laurier, Wa. In lieu of flowers please consider donating to the Alzheimer’s foundation.