Bethel Ann Terry, 71, of Albany died Monday at Samaritan Albany General Hospital.

Beth was born in Lebanon the daughter of Rueben and Icie (Brady) Simons. She graduated from Sweet Home High School in 1958. In 1964 Beth graduated from Oakland Dental College.

Bethel married Richard Terry on Dec. 30, 1961, and lived in California and Medford before settling in Albany in 1970.

Beth was a small business owner and loved crafts. She owned the gift store "Country Corner" in downtown Albany for many years. She was a member and past president of Albany JC wives and a member of the Eagles. Beth enjoyed gardening, flower baskets and a good poker game. Her debates on topics such as politics, Fox News and American Idol contestants will be greatly missed.

Beth is survived by her husband, Richard; sons Richie and Rob; daughter Tammy; son-in-law Robert; daughters-in-law Lynne and Shannon; grandchildren Mac, Molly, Joselyn, Thomas, Sarah-Belle, Kenneth and Jessica; great-granddaughter Kayla Ann; brothers Terry and Rich Simons; and several beloved nieces and nephews.

A celebration of her life will be from 4 to 9 p.m. Friday, July 29, and from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, July 29, at the Terry home.

In lieu of flowers, a donation would be appreciated to the Boys & Girls Club of Albany.

AAsum-Dufour Funeral Home handled arrangements ( www.aasum-dufour.com ).