Betty Elizabeth Ballatore

Betty Ballatore, 80, of Belt, passed away Tuesday, October 17, 2017 at a Great Falls Hospital. The family will greet friends and family on Sunday, October 22, 2017 from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. at O’Connor Funeral Home. A graveside service will be at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, October 23, 2017 at Pleasant View Cemetery in Belt. Arrangements are in the care of O’Connor Funeral Home. Betty was born to James and Dorothy Arnett on March 2, 1937 in Tacoma, WA, where she attended schools. She later moved to Billings and met Dick Ballatore. They were married on May 22, 1964 and made their home in Belt. Betty belonged to Montclair United Methodist Church in Belt. She enjoyed crocheting, making blankets, and loved her gospel and old fashioned country music. She was also the best mom in the whole wide world. Betty is survived by her husband Dick Ballatore of Belt; daughter Roxy Arnett of Great Falls; brother Dave Arnett of Sun City, AZ; and grandchildren Samuel (Cindy) Clugston IV andRosie Oja. She was preceded in death by grandson Michael Oja and great grandson Scotty.