Betty Gentner Obituary
Betty was married to the love of her life, Thomas Charles Gentner, Sr. (Tom, deceased) of Philadelphia, PA for 59 years.
Betty was the youngest of three children born to James and Grace Dorsey. Betty is survived by her five children: Tommy (Mary), Terry Czulewicz (Dennis), Karen Kilduff (Rob, deceased), Kathy (Brad Jones) and Greg (Kathy); as well as her grandchildren: Ty, Blake, Riley, Wyatt, Katie, Jessie, Drew, Christopher, Kayley, Tanner, Camryn, Ethan and Max; and great grandchildren: JT Marsh and Roslyn Gentner.
Betty was born in Baltimore, MD on October 2, 1940. She grew in up in Catonsville where she attended St. Mark Parochial School and Mount de Sales Academy. Betty was a dedicated mother, travel agent and had many passions in life. She acted as CYO representative for St. Mark Parish and was an accomplished basketball, lacrosse and field hockey coach. Betty enjoyed playing tennis, many outdoor activities like golf, skiing and biking, nights at the theatre, salad supper and sewing. Betty was also an avid reader. Most importantly, Betty enjoyed her family vacations in the Outer Banks, NC.
Betty donated her body to science to further understanding of neurological disorders. There will be a mass of Christian burial at Our Lady of the Angels Chapel at Charlestown Retirement Community, 711 Maiden Choice Lane, Catonsville, MD 21228 on Saturday, September 6, 2025 at 11AM. Family and friends will be received beginning 1 hour prior to the service at Our Lady of the Angels Chapel.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Meals on Wheels, (https://mealsonwheelsmd.org/give/donate/) or The American Cancer Society (https://donate.cancer.org/).
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Steve Brandt
September 9, 2025
It was always a pleasure to see and speak with Betty when she walked in College Hills. She was always positive, upbeat and kind. I feel very fortunate have known Betty and Tom Gentner. The world needs more people like them!
Bill Keagle
September 7, 2025
Betty will be missed at morning Mass at St. Mark. I remember her from the many basketball games at St Mark and OLV. Condolences to the entire family.
Bill Keagle
Therese O'Boyle
September 6, 2025
Sending prayers and healing thoughts to your family. From the O´Boyles.
She always had a beautiful smile!
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Laura Hemler
September 6, 2025
Mrs. Getner,
That will always be my name for you. You went from being my basketball coach to my workout partner. Thank you for all the great memories Betty.
Laura
Annie Glassman
September 6, 2025
She was lovely, always. I was especially moved by her exquisite care for Tom, always. Rest in peace, Betty.
Paula Helvig
September 5, 2025
Our deepest sympathy. Mrs. Gentner, then Ms. Betty, she was beautiful inside and out. Heaven has been given a true angel. Forever in our hearts. Sending love and prayers to family and friends.
Love, Paula Helvig & family
Karen and Richard Ferris
September 5, 2025
Wow, so many amazing and wonderful childhood memories of Betty. St. Mark, OC, playing on her basketball team; she was always fun and positive and full of encouragement. Sad that´s she´s left, but we´ll all be together again sometime. Sending thoughts and prayers your way.
Thomas Degner
September 5, 2025
Betty was a staple in our community of College Hills IV. She was admired and respected by her neighbors for her gentle, friendly personality and her long walks during which she seemed to light up the neighborhood with her perpetual smile. Now, her smile will be even brighter when she reunited with her husband.
Tom Degner for the Board of Directors of the HOA College Hills IV
Joanne Booth
September 5, 2025
Betty, was a very kind, gentle lady. Always willing to help, wherever it was needed with a smile on her face. No matter her condition good or bad, everything was always good. She was a wonderful mentor for all of us and was truly loved by all who knew her. She will truly be missed but never forgotten.
Tanya Oosterhous
September 5, 2025
Betty was such a wonderful Mother In Law to my son, Brad. And it is no wonder as she (and Tom) raised such a wonderful family. I feel so privileged to have known Betty ("Honey"). She truly was one of the finest human beings I have ever known. RIP, dearest Betty.
Jeannie Rooney
September 5, 2025
I am so very sad . Betty has been such a dear friend since our first day at Mt. de Sales in 1954. There is absolutely nothing that she wouldn"t do for anyone. Betty will surely be missed. Jeannie Rooney
Donna Hall
September 5, 2025
Terry and Kathy I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your mom. Praying that beautiful memories of her will bring your family comfort.
Neal and Rachel Simpson
September 4, 2025
Our deepest condolences to the family.
Leslie Tunney
September 4, 2025
I loved Mrs. Gentner! One of the coolest nicest mothers I knew growing upalways so friendly and welcoming- I loved how she was always so active-
Age was never anything that kept her from getting out there
Dahlia Headley
September 4, 2025
Miss Betty was such a sweet loving and caring whenever you see her, she would always smile.Give you a big hug she was just a genuine sweet person. You will be missed
Casey Larkin
September 4, 2025
Tara Harman
September 4, 2025
Your mom helped plan Mike and my wedding in Jamaica. It was always wonderful to into all over Catonsville. She will be missed by so many.
Maureen Kirby Widlake
September 4, 2025
I was one of the lucky ones that could call Mrs.Gentner Betty. She became Betty when we started playing tennis with a 23 year age difference. She truly became a freind and mentor later in life to me. She was my second mother. I loved her. She was a special lady. She will be missed by all of Catonsville.
Boni Sparrow
September 4, 2025
Beautiful Betty an amazing, loving and giving lady. She brought so much love and happiness to so many. Betty will truly be missed by many. Heaven has gained a special angel. In loving memory may she RIP.
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