Jerry Lee Betts, 79, of rural Dorchester, NE, passed away on November 16, 2019 in Lincoln. He was born on September 13, 1940 in Nebraska City to Merlin, Sr. and Dora Betts. He attended Nebraska City Public School, where he especially enjoyed Shop class. Jerry served his country and was a member of the Army National Guard. He began working at the Morton House in Nebraska City and later worked for Alpo Pet Foods in Crete, from which he retired. Jerry married Mary Janssen and they had two children: Terry and Tammy. He was very mechanically talented and he enjoyed working on cars, going to car shows, his pets, especially his dogs. The one thing that would always light up his face with a smile was seeing his grandkids; he loved them so much. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister in law: Joyce Betts. Jerry is survived by his brother and sister in law: Merlin, Jr. and Maureen Betts, son and daughter in law: Terry and Cheryl Betts, daughter: Tammy (Betts) Scusa, grandchildren: Brandon, Michaella, and Dakota, great grandson: Lane, life-long companion: Deb Goff and her children: Melissa and John and her grandchildren: Kaylee, Connor and Courtney, all of which he considered as his own. In honor of Jerry's wishes, no services will be held. Please sign the online guest book or feel free to share online condolences with the family.  Kuncl Funeral Home in Crete is in charge of arrangements.