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Bette Lee Barnett

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Bette Lee Barnett, 80, of Evans City, passed away Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2026.

Born Sept. 6, 1946, in Laurel Gardens, Pa., she was the daughter of the late Charles and Blanche Smith.

Bette Lee was a member of the American Legion Riders and the Women’s Auxiliary. She had many hobbies in her free time. Bette Lee loved shopping, Wii bowling, bingo and traveling. She especially loved riding her Harley, with her husband, Art. Bette Lee will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered.

She leaves behind to cherish her memory, her loving husband, Arthur “Art” Barnett; her children, Arthur (Brandy) Barnett Jr. and Charles (Daniell) Barnett; her grandchildren, Arthur Barnett III, Nicholas Barnett, Kaitlin Barnett Proctor and Shelby Lee Barnett; four great-grandchildren; her sister, Marge Meisinger; and her niece, Patty Baur.

In addition to her parents, Bette Lee was preceded in death by her son, Donald Barnett; her brothers, Howard and Don Smith; and her sister, Nell Love.

BARNETT — A celebration of the life of Bette Lee Barnett, who died Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2026, will be held from 4 to 8 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 14, at the Zelienople American Legion Post 474, 308 W. New Castle St., Zelienople.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Bette Lee’s honor to American Legion Post 474, 308 W. New Castle St., Zelienople, PA 16063.

Arrangements were entrusted to BOYLAN FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION CENTER, 856 Evans City Road, Renfrew.

Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at www.boylanfuneralservices.com.

Please sign the guest book at www.butlereagle.com.

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