Betty Lou Gibler

Pacific Grove, Calif.

Betty was a devoted mother to Patti Tai, Pam Gibler (Robin), Lisa Ganaja (Scott) and Brian Gibler (Lisa); and a proud grandmother to Kirsten Boyd (Chris), Jeremy Tai, Ava Gibler (Andrew), Megan Tai and Cosette Gibler. Her cherished extended family includes Barbara Lee, Bonnie (Larry) Lee; and brother, Bob (Gail) Huff; and many caring nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband of 67 years, Claude “Ron”; sisters Jeanne Kaufer and Dolores Paulson; and brothers Dayton Huff, Tom Huff, Ralph Huff and Guy Huff.

Betty was born on August 31,1932 in Donnybrook, North Dakota to Claude and Ruby (Bergo) Huff. She was raised on the family farm and was the sixth of ten children.

Betty played basketball in high school and loved bike rides. She earned her degree in Education from Minot State University. One of her first teaching jobs was at an elementary school in Greybull, WY. Her friends introduced her to Ron, a local pharmacist, and that was the beginning of a life-long journey together.

Shortly after Ron enlisted in the army, Betty and Ron moved to California. They were married on June 3, 1955, at the Presbyterian Church in Monterey. After Ron’s time in the service, they moved to Pacific Grove.

Betty co-owned and operated Prim and Proper, a women’s clothing boutique, in Pacific Grove. Later, she managed the retail side of Grove Pharmacy, which Betty and Ron founded in 1958. Betty was known for her sharp business skills and hard work. Over the course of 40 years, she formed lasting friendships with many of her employees and customers.

In retirement, Betty enjoyed working in her beautiful garden and spending time with her family. Her five grandchildren, whom she saw often, brought her enormous joy. She loved her ocean-view home near Lover’s Point. She was a regular fixture in her favorite chair by the front window. IPad in hand, messaging with friends and family, and then taking a break to take in the view.

With her quick wit, love of laughter, independent spirit and love of life, Betty will be dearly missed by many.

A Celebration of Life will be held on May 24, 2025, at First United Methodist Church, 915 Sunset Drive, Pacific Grove. Service will begin at noon, followed by a reception.

Published by The Minot Daily News, May 15, 2025.