Elizabeth (Betty) Ann (Estep) Teitzel passed away peacefully in her home June 19, 2025, in the company of her husband, Fred.
She was born Dec. 7, 1943, in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, to Thomas Estep and Betty Buren while her father was serving in the U.S. Army 8th Air Force during World War II.
Betty Ann attended school in Napavine, graduating from Napavine High School in 1962. She was employed by Mary’s Corner Truck Center. Betty Ann was married to her husband, Fred, for nearly 62 years. Together, they raised one son, William (Bill) Teitzel.
She had a passion for cooking, sewing and playing piano. She enjoyed sharing her passions and never missed an opportunity to teach others. She loved playing Bunko with her friends and spoiling her beloved cat. Betty Ann always watched the Mariners and Seahawks games alongside her husband.
In the 1970s, she was involved in the Forest Grange and the Napavine Jaycees. She took great pride in her garden and the upkeep of their established family farm, where she raised and supported her family throughout her life.
Betty Ann was preceded in death by her parents, Thomas Estep and Betty Buren; and her sister, Emily Roberts.
She is survived by her husband, Fred; brother, Harold (Kristin) Buren; son, Bill (Jennifer) Teitzel; grandson, Blake Teitzel; granddaughter, Brianna (Dennis) Uy; and great-grandchildren, Jaelyn and Evren Uy.
A funeral service will be held Thursday, July 17, 2025, at 11 a.m. at Cattermole Funeral Home. Following the service, a brief graveside committal will take place at Napavine Cemetery. After the committal, a celebration of Betty Ann’s life will be held at the Forest Grange Hall.
