Born July 5, 1934 Bethlehem, N.H. Died Nov. 19, 2025 Rockingham, Vermont Details of services A celebration of Bette Holt’s life will be announced and held in the spring. Bette Jane Holt, of Bellows Falls passed away peacefully on Nov. 19, 2025, at home with family arou nd her. She was born in Bethlehem, N.H. on July 5, 1934 to Inez Quimby Norman and William Norman. Born and raised on a large farm, Bette developed an appreciation for self-sufficiency. During childhood she enjoyed picking berries and spending time outdoors. As a student at Bethlehem High School, Bette excelled in academics and enjoyed playing basketball and softball. Shortly after graduation in 1952, Bette married the love of her life, Lloyd Holt. The couple eventually settled in Rockingham, where they built a home, developed the land and raised their children. Bette always had an abundant vegetable garden, sharing the bounty with family and friends.  Bette and Lloyd shared a passion for ballroom dancing. Together, they learned the art and often spent weekends dancing at nearby venues. Following her husband’s sudden and tragic death in a work accident, Bette sought employment initially as an Avon representative and later for a local dentist, where she worked for many years. Bette was a devoted sports fan, cheering for the Boston Red Sox and the New England Patriots through thick and thin. Though she loved New England, she had a notable dislike for winter, the only exception being the joy she found in feeding the birds and cooking. She enjoyed many trips throughout the Caribbean with friends. Bette also spent several weeks every summer camping at York Beach, Maine. Locally, Bette was a longtime member of the TOPS chapter. Bette had a keen eye for a bargain and enjoyed searching for treasures at local yard sales. Bette’s warmth, generosity, and strong spirit will be deeply missed by all who knew her. She leaves behind a legacy of love, hard work, and a life well-lived. Bette is survived by her children, Victor Holt, Bradley Holt, Steven Holt (Tanya) and Valerie Barry (Stephen), eight grandchildren and nine great grandchildren, her sister Laura Jean Cornell (Bob) and many cousins, nieces and nephews. Bette was predeceased by her husband, Lloyd, her grandson, Daniel, and an infant daughter, Debra Lee. A celebration of Bette Holt’s life will be announced and held in the spring. Memorial donations may be made to the Springfield Humane Society or to the Bellows Falls Area Senior Center. Read the story on VTDigger here: Bette Jane Holt. ...read more read less