Growing Up in Williamsport, Ohio

My Sister Betty
 
I haven’t written much about Betty because when we were young, we were always together. Wherever I was, she was there too. We were very much alike but when we became teenagers, we pursued our own interests. She did her thing, and I did mine. However, we were still two peas in a pod. Wherever I was, she supported me in my endeavors. She wrote to me in Brazil and sent care packages. She did a lot of cooking, sewing and crocheting. I still have articles in my home that she made. She worked at Orient Correctional Institute for many years and along with my other siblings, took care of my parents. That was no small feat. 
 
One time when I was visiting, she said, “Marilyn, sit down, I have something to tell you. I have met someone. I am going to get married to Gary Burggraf.” I was happy to know that she had someone to share her life with. She continued to look after my mother for many years. I believe that she will have a great reward in heaven for all of her sacrifices.

©Marilyn Francis Ferguson 2021
Photography/graphics by Michele Ferguson Schuck