Steven "Doc" Betts Farewell Party

By TERESA BREWER The first day of 2009 was the last day for 56 year old Steven "Doc" Betts, who passed away at his home in Rockaway Beach at approximately 11:30 a.m. "Doc" was a Vietnam Veteran, discharged with honor, (a medic, which is how he got the nickname "Doc"), held a masters degree in fine arts which he earned from School of the Ozarks. He was a professor, a beloved blues artist, writer, song writer, harmonica player, artist, scupture, carpenter, father, grandfather and friend to many. He was one of the best blues guitarists and songwriters in the southwest Missouri region. His 2001 release of his album with "The Committee" entitled "Ice Cold Blues", features one of his self portraits in abstract, on the cover and his rocking blues songs leave you hearing his soul put to music that implores you to move to it's beat while swaying to his lyrical stories. He was  also the lead guitarist in the bands " No Sleep" and "Mid-Life Crisis." He will be deeply missed by all who loved him. On his birthday, January 16th 2008, "Doc's" only surviving daughter Brooke Betts, will be hosting his "End of the Road Party", in memorial to her father. She invites all his family, friends, fellow musicians, alumni, recording artists, students and colleagues to attend the memorial at the Rock House in Reeds Spring from 6-11p.m., to share stories, memories, music in celebration and honor to his life. (BYOB). Funeral services with full honors and military salute will be held on January 30th, at the Veterans Memorial Cemetary in Ozark, MO, in honor of his dedication and service to his country during the Vietnam war. For further information contact Brooke Betts at 417 249-0103 or Jeanette at The Rock House at 417 272-8386 -- http://MissouriNetizen.com http://www.bransonedge.com http://www.bransonmissouri.missourinetizen.com