Elizabeth M. Saless, 76

Elizabeth (Betty) Mae Saless, 76, of Grangeville, died Monday, August 27, 2007 at Syringa General Hospital in Grangeville with her family by her side. She fought a brave fight, but lost her battle with cancer.

She was born to Alvis and Anna Newby in Woodland, Idaho on October 20, 1930. She was the oldest of 13 children.

On December 10, 1947, she married Wayne Cornett. To this union, five children were born: Lazelle, Arthur, Betty, Wayne and Barbara.

She is survived by her children, Lazelle Hauger and husband Jon, Arthur Cornett, Betty Essary and husband Billy Joe (BJ), Wayne Cornett and companion Peggy Wright, and Barbara Crosby and husband Dennis; her mother, Anna Newby; two brothers and four sisters; 23 grandchildren and 38 great grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews.

Wayne Cornett, Sr. died in 1978. She then married Les Saless in 1979, and he has preceded her in death as well. Also preceding her in death is a grandson, Thad; her father; three brothers and three sisters.

Betty worked as an LPN for 30+ years. She also owned and operated the Triangle Tavern in Grangeville for 20 years. She loved all of her family, friends, patrons and patients.

She also loved bowling, bingo, and trips to the casino. She was a member of the Lady Elks, Eagles, and Senior Citizens.

She was a loving mother and friend to all who knew her. She always had room in her heart for everyone, a smile on her face and a twinkle in her eyes.

We were all blessed by mother. She was our rock and we will miss her. Our heavy hearts are blessed by knowing God has great plans for her.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, September 4, 2007 from 2-6 p.m. and Wednesday, September 5 from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. at the Blackmer Funeral Home in Grangeville. Funeral services will also be held on Wednesday at 2:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Cremation will follow the services.

Blackmer Funeral Home in Grangeville is in charge of arrangements.

Condolences can be sent to the family at Blackmerfuneralhome.com.