Betty Jean Hesch

Betty lived her life with intention and remarkable organization. She had a gift for keeping things in order, not just her home but her heart. That sense of care and steadiness is something we will always carry with us.

She is survived by her daughter Sheree, her son Keith, her grandchildren, Robert and Michael; and her great grandchildren, Aubriana, Evan, Samantha, Liam.

Betty and her older sister, Dorothy, were the daughters of Nelson Swan and Lillian McGowan. As a young woman, she was a member of the International Order of Job’s Daughters in Lancaster, California. She graduated from San Marino Hall School for Girls in South Pasadena, California where she served as senior class president. Shortly after graduation, she married Robert Brewer. She welcomed her daughter Sheree in 1956, and her son Keith in 1957.

After her divorce in 1968, she embraced a new chapter of independence filled with travel and adventure. She explored many corners of the world collecting memories, stories, and friendships wherever she went.

In 1975, she married Frederick Hesch. Together they moved throughout California for his work before eventually settling in Trinidad, where they purchased and operated a trailer park. There, they created a warm and welcoming community.

On a road trip with her sister, Betty fell in love with Sedona, Arizona. She and Frederick later sold the trailer park and retired there, but eventually relocated to Murrieta, California due to allergies. After Frederick’s passing in 2012, Betty continued to make Murrieta her home.

Betty remained active in her community events and was always ready for a good game, she found joy in cards, laughter, and the simple pleasure of gathering with others.

One of the great highlights of her later years was celebrating her 80th birthday with a Route 66 road trip alongside her daughter, her son, and her favorite–-and only-- son-in-law. From the “Bean” in Chicago to the Santa Monica Pier, they shared a journey filled with stories, and memories that will be treasured forever.

Betty delighted in life’s simple pleasures: especially a scoop of ice cream, a piece of See’s candy, or a good Cadilac Margarita shared with someone she loved.

She will be deeply missed by her family, her friends, and all whose lives she touched.

“What we once enjoyed and deeply loved we can never lose, for all that we love becomes part of us.”

True to her humble nature, Betty did not want a large celebration of life. She preferred that those who wished to honor her do so by supporting Alzheimer’s research.

In lieu of flowers, please make online gifts in memory of Betty Hesch, to the Alzheimer's Foundation

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