Elizabeth Kay “Betty” Garcia

Elizabeth Kay “Betty” Garcia (née Dally), aged 78, of Las Vegas, Nevada, passed away on August 24, 2024. Born on August 13, 1946, in Santa Barbara, California, Betty was the beloved daughter of the late George and Helen Dally.

With a career marked by dedication and expertise, Betty served as a supervisor at Raytheon, where her work on projects like the Sidewinder missile and the Space Shuttle was highly esteemed. Her talents extended beyond her professional life, as she assisted her late husband, Albert Garcia, in the operations of his body shop, where her adeptness at auto body repair was well-regarded.

A matriarch in her own right, Betty’s love for her family was immense. She instilled in her children and grandchildren the values of hard work and perseverance. Betty’s passion for life was evident in her hobbies, which included cooking, crafting, and curating a distinctive shoe collection. Her sense of humor was as memorable as her resolve, and she was respected for her unwavering commitment to excellence.

Betty’s memory will be cherished by her sons, Edward StGeorge-Adams and Emilio Castro; her daughter, Elestina Reyes; her sisters, Patricia Orsua and Kathleen Orsua; and her brother, Stephen Dally. She was a doting grandmother to Samantha and John Patrick Reyes and held a special place in the hearts of her numerous nieces, nephews, and great-nieces and nephews. Her sons-in-law, Johnathan Parales and Steven StGeorge-Adams, also survive her. Betty was predeceased by her beloved husband, Albert Garcia; her sister, Georgette Hannah; her stepson, Albert Garcia Jr. ; and her parents.

The family invites friends and loved ones to a funeral service in Betty’s honor on Friday, September 20, 2024, at 10:00 AM at Holy Cross Church, 1740 Cliff Drive, Santa Barbara, CA 93109.

Betty’s legacy of love, laughter, and tireless spirit will be fondly remembered and deeply missed.