6/15/1945 – 11/9/2026
Lawrence
A visitation for Betty Pringle, 81, of Lawrence, will be held on Monday, November 16, 2026, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Warren-McElwain Mortuary in Lawrence. Betty passed away on November 9, 2026, in Lawrence, Kansas.
Betty was born on June 15, 1945, in Kansas City, Kansas, the daughter of Louis Sr. and Virginia (Martin) Campbell.
She graduated from Pascagoula Mississippi High School on May 27, 1963.
In 1976, Betty began her career with the Douglas County Sheriff’s Department as a radio dispatcher. In 1979, she became a Sheriff Deputy, eventually advancing to the rank of Sergeant, a position she proudly held until her retirement in 1998. After her retirement from the Sheriff’s Department, Betty continued her career in public service as a District Court Clerk for Judge Jean Shepherd, where she later retired for a second time in 2010.
As a woman serving in law enforcement at that time, Betty helped pave the way for future generations of women in the field. Through her dedication, determination, and commitment to public service, she earned the respect of her colleagues and left a lasting impact within the department and the community she served. Betty was also a member of the Order of the Eastern Star and the National Sheriffs’ Association.
Betty married Gary Pringle on March 21, 1969, in Lawrence, Kansas. He preceded her in death. She was also preceded in death by her parents, Louis Sr. and Virginia Campbell; her brother, Louis Campbell Jr.; her sister, Virginia Louise Thrift; and her great-granddaughter, Adelyn.
Survivors include her sons, Joseph “Jody” (Leah) Pringle and John Pringle; her grandchildren, Veronica Pringle and Geneva (Kody) Pringle; and her great-grandchildren, Layla, Vivian, Josie, Kowen, and Paxton.
The family suggests memorial contributions be made to Lawrence Blue Santa. Memorials may be sent in care of Warren-McElwain Mortuary.
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