Betty Brim was born in 1933 in Bismark, North Dakota to Benjamin and Emily Ivarie. The family moved to Oregon when she was two. She was the second born of four girls, all of whom preceded her in death. Betty married Cecil Brim, Jr. in 1949. They were married 69 years. Betty and Cecil had 4 children. Sherry Van Osdol (Dave), Rick Brim, Mike Brim (Linda) and Tami Richardson. Cecil, Rick and Tami preceded her in death. She is survived by seven grandchildren: Cory Hughes, Meagan Hughes DeSart (Del), Jason Brim (Heidi), Michael Brim (Britaney), Stacey Brim (Brook), Amanda Brim, Melissa Roberts, and thirteen great-grandchildren.

Betty was an excellent cook and loved hosting large family gatherings. Her fresh birthday pies made the best gifts, and she always had cookies in the cookie jar. She is remembered by many as the Warrenton grade school cook for many years. Betty and Cecil enjoyed traveling, family time, and outdoor activities. Betty made Astor Place in Astoria her final home, where she received excellent, loving care. She was 91. A family memorial gathering is planned for this summer.