Mr. Betz was born April 19, 1926, in rural Russell County. He was a farmer.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Hilda R.

Survivors include a sister, Minnie Herbel of Dorrance.

The funeral will be at 1 p.m. Thursday at Ryan Mortuary, 137 N. Eighth, Salina 67401. Burial will be at 3:30 p.m. Thursday in Wilson City Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to Immanuel Lutheran Church, Salina.

Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. today at the mortuary.