Betty L. Burns

96, Brownsburg, passed away on November 29, 2023.  She was born on August 10, 1927 to parents Albert and Amy Appleget.  Betty married on October 16, 1947 to her husband of 45 years William T. Burns until his passing on April 13, 1992.  They lived in Indianapolis until 1959, then purchasing a farm in Lizton living there until 1993.  On October 7, 2004, after completing classes, tests, and required hours of volunteer work, Betty became an Indiana Master Naturalist.  In 2014, she was honored for 20 years of volunteer service at Eagle Creek Park, where she taught elementary students on nature conservation.  She was recognized for her volunteer efforts with Senior Services of Hendricks County and was also recognized by the Brownsburg Older Adults Alliance for enhancing quality of life for older adults.  She was honored as a charter member for contributing to creation of The National WWII Museum in New Orleans, LA.  Survivors include her sons Galen Burns, Duane Burns; 3 grandchildren; 6 great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.  Visitation will be from 11 am to 1 pm Tues. Dec. 5 at Matthews Mortuary, Brownsburg, with funeral services there at 1 pm.  Burial will be in Bethesda Cemetery, Brownsburg.