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Betsy Mercer
1958 - 2019
Betsy Mercer
1958 - 2019
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Betsy Mercer Obituary
Coshocton - Betsy E. Mercer, 60, of Coshocton went home to meet her Lord on Wednesday, February 13, 2019 at Signature Healthcare in Coshocton.
She was born December 7, 1958 to the late Dennis and Julia (Weldon) Fortney.
Betsy was a grill cook for 13 years and loved to bake for family and friends. She was a 1978 graduate of River View High School.
She is survived by her husband of 25 years, James Mercer. Also surviving are four sisters, Jane Fitzpatrick of Coshocton, Brenda (Dale) Caley of Coshocton, Cindy Smith of Millersburg, and Darla (Walt) Harding of Zanesville. A brother, Dennis (Julia) Fortney of Stockport and several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by a sister, Reta West, and four brothers, Norman, Ron, Floyd, & Charles Fortney.
Funeral services will be held Saturday, February 16, 2019 at 12:00 p.m at the Coshocton Church of Christ 1800 Chestnut St. Coshocton, OH 43812 with Minister Collin Pinkston officiating. Visitation is from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. at the church. Burial will be in the Franklin Cemetery.
The Fischer Funeral Home in Warsaw is handling the arrangements. www.fischerfuneralhome.com
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Wendy Spang
February 22, 2019
Jim,
I am very sorry for your loss. Betsy was a wonderful lady. I will never forget her beautiful heart, and smile. We are so lucky to have known her. Prayers for your family.
Larry Layman
February 21, 2019
Jim and Fortney Family - I was sorry to hear of Betsy passing. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this sad time.
DIANE KNOX
February 18, 2019
JIM, I WAS SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT BETSY'S PASSING. SHE WAS SUCH A SWEET LADY AND IT WAS A TRUE JOY JUST TO BE AROUND HER. I KNOW SHE LOVED HER LORD AND YOU, TOO JIM!
GOD BLESS YOU -
WITH LOVE AND PRAYERS,
(AUNT) DIANE KNOX
Bethel Toler
February 18, 2019
I am so sorry for the loss of Betsy. She was always smiling when I would see her. Great loss!! I am sorry that I wasn't in town when this happened. I know where Betsy is at now and no more pain.. Loved her so much and her friendship. Connie and I will be praying for the family and you Jim. God Bless!!
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Julie (Price) Abbott
February 16, 2019
Uncle Jim,
Your in my thoughts and prayers during this time. I believe Aunt Betsy will be waiting for the you on the day you'll be reunited again. God Bless you.
Priscilla Price
February 16, 2019
Jim I am so sorry for your loss. Betsey will be missed by so many. God bless you and keep you and the rest of the family. Love to all, Priscilla
DANNY WILLIAMS
February 16, 2019
PRAYERS JIM AND FAMILY..DANNY AND SHERRY WILLIAMS.
Sherrie (Knox) Martin
February 15, 2019
Jim,praying for you. I pray that God will comfort you in a way that he.
She is now with Jesus and no more pain.
Love you Jim.
roger marsha price
February 15, 2019
jim you are in our prayers
Bruce & Vicki Mercer
February 15, 2019
We are going to miss Betsy very much. We have always loved her spunkyness and loving heart. We are so sad that she will not be here with us on earth but we know she is in heaven with our Lord and Savior! We will continue to pray for everyone to find comfort in our loss of Betsy.
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