Betty Bechter

1950 - 2023

Athens Betty Jo Florence Bechter fought hard for many years, and peacefully passed away at home Feb 16th, 2023.

She was born Oct 20th, 1950 in Parkersburg, WV and at age 2 her family moved to Akron, OH.

Betty graduated from Garfield High School 1968. She worked as a Graphic Arts Designer and her favorite job was at B & W Barberton.

Betty married Charles "Chuck" Bechter June 1971 in Barberton, OH. They were married for 51 years and lived in Wadsworth, OH, Broken Arrow, OK, Niles, MI, St Mary's, OH, Centerville, OH, New Bremen, OH, and retired to Athens, OH in 2011. She enjoyed the quiet and solitude of living on the ridge.

Betty was a loving mother to Matthew and Leanne. Over the years she showered them with unconditional love and enjoyed being a scout leader and being a chauffeur to various school and sporting events. She was always there with a helping hand, a listening ear, and unwavering support.

Betty had four grandchildren who she loved spending time with and watching them grow. She always had a big smile on her face when she was with James Candido, Stella Jo, and Zoey Paige. Little Zetta preceded us all in death, but Betty always held her close to her heart.

Betty is survived by her husband Chuck; son Matthew; daughter Leanne (Paul) Mueller; three grandkids; sister Paula (Dave) Chase; and sisters-in-law Ruth Sisson and Hazel (Louie) Kroah; brothers-in-law, Ray Allen and John Groves; and many loving nieces, nephews and their families. Betty had an extended close family of friends and always enjoyed entertaining. Betty was preceded in death by her parents Howard and Gena Kathryn (Somerville) Florence, and sister Debbie Groves.

Betty was fortunate to receive loving care from UC Hospital Cincinnati, Holzer Clinic Athens, OhioHealth Hospice Athens, and Dayton Dental Collaborative Dayton. Thank you to Jagers & Sons Funeral Home, Athens and Newcomer Funeral Home, Akron for assisting the family through this process.

A celebration of Betty's life will be held at Newcomer Funeral Home, 131 N. Canton Rd. Akron, OH 44305 on Friday, March 17th, 2023 from 11:00 a.m. until the service begins at 1:00 p.m., with Father Leo Wehrlin officiating. A committal service will follow at Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery in Rittman, where Betty will be laid to rest.

In lieu of flowers please donate to your local food pantry, or the Athletic Department Carroll High School, 4524 Linden Ave., Dayton, OH 45432, or UC Health Transplant Foundation, Attn: Corey King, 3188 Bellevue Ave. 07261, Cincinnati, OH 45219 in memory of Betty Bechter. Rest in Peace Betty, your loving family and friends.

Please share a memory, a note of condolence or sign the online register at www.jagersfuneralhome.com. Betty Bechter