Bette Penka

Bette Lou (Lierz) Penka, age 81, of Garnett, Kansas, passed away on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, at the Anderson County Hospital in Garnett.

Bette was born on October 25, 1945, in Axtell, Kansas, the daughter of Charles and Helen (Larkin) Lierz. She grew up in Seneca, Kansas, and graduated with the Class of 1963 from St. Peter and Paul High School. Following high school, she worked for several years at Russell Stover Candies in Kansas City.

On September 4, 1971, she was united in marriage to Bernard Penka. They made their home in Garnett for the rest of her life. She was a member of Holy Angels Church and Holy Angels Altar Society.

Bette was an avid reader and a member of the Friends of the Garnett Library. She enjoyed traveling and was able to visit all 50 states. In addition to this she traveled to the Caribbean and Europe several times on cruises. She loved holding and going to garage sales as well. Her favorite activity though, was hosting family get togethers for all holidays and special occasions.

She was preceded in death by her parents; and her sisters, Jane and Karen.

Bette is survived by her husband, Bernard, of the home. Two sons, Patrick (Leslie) of Lenexa, Kansas and Doug (Lisa) of Garnett; five grandchildren, Haley, Gage, Sydney, Aidan and Ainslie as well as two great granddaughters, Amaya and Nova.

In lieu of burial, the family will be hosting a Celebration of Life at a later date. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.feuerbornfuneral.com