Betty (Shepard) Hodison Obituary (1959 - 2025)

The family of Mrs. Betty (Shepard) Hodison is deeply grateful for your love, prayers, and support during this difficult time. In lieu of flowers, they kindly request contributions toward her final expenses. You can easily contribute via the secure Payment Center on Mrs. Hodison’s page by clicking "Contribute in Honor of Mrs. Betty (Shepard) Hodison" on the link below, or by selecting "Make a Payment" on Peaceful Rest's homepage. Contributions can also be made by phone or in person at Peaceful Rest Funeral Chapel (785-234-1707) during business hours (Monday–Friday, 9 AM–5 PM). Mrs. Hodison’s family sincerely thanks you for your immeasurable generosity and kindness. IN REMEMBRANCE OF BETTY (SHEPARD) HODISON Betty (Shepard) Hodison, born on July 26, 1959, in Ottawa, Kansas, transitioned from this life on December 8, 2025, at the age of 66. Betty’s life was a testimony of endurance, love, and strength. She was preceded in death by her parents, Betty and Ernest Shepard. They were the parents of eight daughters and five sons. Those siblings who preceded Betty in death include Rita Polk, Vicky Shepard, Donna Shepard, Windy Peterson, Debbra Ford, and her brothers Michael Shepard, Marlin Shepard, Ernest Shepard, and Alan Shepard. Surviving siblings include Tracy Corbin, Minnie Brooks, and others who continue to cherish her memory. Alan Shepard was the last surviving brother. Betty was also preceded in death by her husband, Burnice E. Hodison, and their son, Burnice Hodison Jr. She leaves to cherish her memory her three remaining sons: LaShawn Hodison, LaShoud Hodison, and Clifton Hodison, all of Topeka, Kansas, along with a host of grandchildren, extended family members, and friends. According to her sister, Tracy Corbin, Betty was known as a protector. Her quick wit and resilient heart carried her through every season of life. Her playful nature left a lasting impression on those who knew her. Her smile reflected stories of survival, wisdom earned through experience, and a love that endured even through hardship. She cherished her family deeply and held close the bonds that mattered most to her. Betty expressed care not always through words, but through actions—through listening, perseverance, and showing up in the ways only she could. Her life reflected courage, authenticity, and grace. Though she is no longer with us in the physical sense, Betty’s legacy lives on in the hearts of those who loved her and in memories that will forever be treasured. She will be remembered for her strength, perseverance, and the quiet love she gave so freely. “To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord.” — 2 Corinthians 5:8