Keith Richard & Betty Jane Sinton

Keith Richard Sinton, age 95 and just shy of four months, joined the Lord on April 25th, 2022, at High
Desert Haven in Ridgecrest, CA. He was born on December 31st, 1926, in Elkhart, Indiana, to Charles
Emmett Sinton and Goldie Isabel Davy. Keith married Betty Jane Sinton (Housour) on July 10th, 1948.
Keith was preceded in death by his wife, Betty Sinton, and his brother, Charles (Chuck) Sinton. Keith also
has the distinction of living the longest of both the Sinton and Davy families. Something he was very
proud of.
Keith leaves behind two children: Timothy (Lisa) Neil Sinton, and Terrence (Lisa) Scott Sinton, along with
his sister Janet Smith. Keith will also be fondly remembered by his seven grandchildren and three great-
grandchildren: Kristina (Kenny), Heather (Derrik), Shayna, Grady (Michael), Jena (John), Shelby, Sean,
Charles, Spencer, and Cole.
Keith grew up in Elkhart, Indiana, and graduated from Elkhart High School in January 1945. Right out of
high school, Keith joined the Navy as a radioman. On September 2nd, 1946, two lives came together on
July 10th, 1948.
During Keith's time in the Navy, he served in both World War II and the Korean War. He was a proud
member of the military for seven years. Keith and Betty moved to Port Hueneme Seabee Base in Port
Hueneme, CA, during his time in the Navy. This location enhanced their love of California and made it a
lifelong dream to live there. Once their journey at Port Hueneme concluded, Keith and Betty moved
back to Indiana so Keith could finish his education at Indiana University in Accounting. After graduation,
Keith got his first accounting job at CTS Corporation in Elkhart, Indiana. While living in Elkhart, Keith and
Betty welcomed their first child, Timothy (Tim) Neil Sinton, on May 10th, 1956, into the world. Three
years later, the new family moved to Arcadia, CA. Betty continued her love of motherhood, and they
both welcomed their second child, Terrence (Terry) Scott Sinton, on March 25th, 1961. While in Arcadia,
Keith was an Accountant for the CTS Corporation Branch in South Pasadena, CA. During their time in
Arcadia, Keith and Betty loved to chase their boys, go to Disneyland, travel back to Indiana to visit family
and live their life to the fullest. In 2014 at the age of 87, Keith was honored to attend the Honor Flight
with his son Terry for serving in both World War II and the Korean War.
Keith continued to work for CTS, but on July 4th, 1970, CTS transferred the Sinton family to Paso Robles,
CA. During the years 1978 and 1982, Keith and Betty had the opportunity to host two wonderful foreign
exchange students from London, England, and Ville Degelis, Quebec. Philip Pridmore and Chantal Soucy
were welcomed into the family with open arms. While in Paso Robles, Keith and Betty continued to be
very active with their two sons. Their sons were involved in baseball, tennis, football, and many more
activities. Keith and Betty were also very involved with their church activities and where they made
lifelong friends.
Keith retired from CTS after 35 years, but after realizing his love for work, he went back to work part-
time for ProForms Incorporated. Keith was successful at ProForms, and he was allowed to take time off,
and Keith and Betty found their love of traveling. Keith and Betty traveled to many places around the
world, but their favorites were Israel, Greece, England, and China. During their travels, they were able to
eat some amazing food, experience some astonishing cities, and feel the love of the Lord.

In 2013, Keith and Betty followed their son Terry and his family to Ridgecrest, CA. In Ridgecrest, Keith
and Betty enjoyed spending time with their grandkids and attending Immanuel Baptist Church. Keith and
Betty's 72 years of marriage were held strong through their mutual love of each other and Jesus Christ.
One parting thought was his love for the Chicago Cubs. His life-long dream was fulfilled when he
watched them win the World Series – Go Cubs, Go!
Memorial Service for Keith Sinton will be at Bakersfield National Cemetery on November 4th at 1:15 pm.
Memorial donations in memory of Keith Sinton can be made to Precept Ministries, PO Box 182218,
Chattanooga, TN 37422-7218.

Betty Jane Sinton (Housour), age 91, joined the Lord on December 18th , 2020 at High Desert
Haven in Ridgecrest, CA. She was born on February 20th , 1929 in Wakarusa, Indiana to Anson
and Nellie Housour. She married Keith Richard Sinton on July 10th , 1948.
Betty is preceded in death by her siblings: Waneta, Elnor, Twins Ronald and Donald, Annabelle,
Don, Dale and Tony.
Betty leaves behind two children: Timothy (Lisa) Neil Sinton and Terrence (Lisa) Scott Sinton.
Betty will also be fondly remembered by her seven grandchildren and three great
grandchildren: Kristina (Kenny), Heather (Derrik), Shayna, Grady (Michael), Jena (John), Shelby,
Sean, Charles, Spencer and Cole.
Betty grew up on a farm in rural Indiana and graduated from Wakarusa High School. On
September 2, 1946 two lives came together on a blind date. She met Keith Richard Sinton when
she was 17 years old. Keith had just been released from military service for the Navy and
escorted Betty to the Centerville Fair. Betty married Keith two years later on July 10, 1948.
Shortly after graduating high school, Betty began a long career in bookkeeping and accounting.
In June 1951, Keith received a letter of recall to the US Navy, moving himself and Betty to Port
Hueneme Seabee Base in Port Hueneme, CA. The 14 months spent at Port Hueneme spawned
their love of California and a lifelong dream to live there. After their journey in Port Hueneme
Betty and Keith moved back to Indiana so Keith could finish his education at Indiana University
in Accounting. Betty supported the couple during these two years with bologna sandwiches
every day. After Keith's graduation they both had jobs with Studebaker in South Bend, IN.
During this time Betty became pregnant with her first son Timothy (Tim) Neil Sinton beginning
her career in motherhood. Tim was born May 10, 1956. Three years later the new family moved
to Arcadia, CA. Betty continued her love of motherhood and welcomed their second son,
Terrence (Terry) Scott Sinton on March 25, 1961. While in Arcadia, Betty was very involved in
her boys' activities and daily lives, traveling to all of their sporting events and supporting them
along the way. When not chasing her boys, Betty began her hobbies of upholstering, refinishing
furniture and sewing beautiful clothes.
The family moved to Paso Robles, CA on July 4th , 1970 where the boys continued their high
school education. During the years of 1978 and 1982 Keith and Betty had the opportunity to
host two wonderful foreign exchange students from London, England and Ville Degelis, Quebec.
Philip Pridmore and Chantel Soucy were welcomed into the family with open arms. After
moving to Paso Robles Betty started her endeavor as a Cosmetics Sales Consultant for Vanda
Beauty Products. Her favorite lip color was light pink, of which she has several bags full. In
addition to working for Vanda, Betty continued her career of bookkeeping for Bickel's
Stationery, Jacobsma Associates, and Atascadero Bible Bookstore until retirement. Following
retirement Betty and Keith were able to travel around the world. Their favorite spots included
Israel, Greece, Italy, England and China. Betty began her retirement hobby of scrapbooking of
which she has made numerous albums for family and friends.

In 2013, Keith and Betty followed their son Terry and his family to Ridgecrest, CA. In Ridgecrest
Keith and Betty enjoyed spending time with their grandkids and attending Immanuel Baptist
Church. Betty continued to get her hair and nails done weekly and maintaining their home.
Keith and Betty's 72 years of marriage was held strong through their mutual love of each other
and Jesus Christ.
Memorial donations in memory of Betty Sinton can be made to Immanuel Baptist Church.