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Elizabeth Balthazor Obituary
Age 77, of Manawa, formerly of New London, passed away on Friday, February 24, 2017 at Rennes Care Center in Appleton, after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. She was born on October 12, 1939 in New London, daughter of the late Alton and Bernice (O'Brien) Hutchison. On June 2, 1973, she united in marriage to Norman Balthazor. He preceded her in death in 2009. Betty was a substitute teacher in the area school districts for almost 30 years. She enjoyed playing cards, puzzles, gardening, cooking, and walks with her dog Happy. She especially enjoyed spending time with her sisters and her grandchildren. Betty was a very giving person. She was a member of Most Precious Blood Catholic Church, where she volunteered at the church rummage sale. She also enjoyed volunteering at the local food pantry.
She is survived by her children: Dan (Tammy) LaMarche, Laurie (Don) Carlton, Jan (Mike) Russert, Sarah (Mark) Sickinger, Beth Ombati, Jill Balthazor, and Nathan (Katie) Balthazor; grandchildren: Davis, Marcus, Sawyer, Olivia, Elizabeth, Everett, Ethan, Davina, Kendra, Sarena, Maya, Raelyn, Bryce and Madeline; siblings: Margaret Hutchison, Tom Hutchison, Mary (Ray) LeBrun, Bill (Darlene) Hutchison, Judy (Bob) Fischer, Nancy Schlafer, Dave (Kathy) Hutchison. She is further survived by brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Besides her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by a sister Roberta (Jim) Prunty; sister-in-law Marian Hutchison; and a brother-in-law Frank Schlafer.
The Funeral Mass for Betty will be held on Saturday, March 4, 2017 at 10:30 a.m. at Most Precious Blood Catholic Church in New London with Fr. John Kleinschmidt officiating. Burial will be in the parish cemetery. A visitation for Betty will be held at the Cline & Hanson Funeral Home in New London on Friday from 4-7 p.m. and on Saturday at the church from 9:00 a.m. until the time of the service.
A special thanks to the staff at Rennes Health Care Center and Heartland Hospice for their care and concern of Betty.
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March 4, 2017
I'm so sorry for your loss.
Regards,
Margaret (O'Brien) Nelson
Michael Smith
March 2, 2017
I only know Betty as one who crossed paths with her as we both are substitute teachers, but we had many conversations about our day and shared insights on particular classes. I will remember her big smile in a compact housing.
A S
March 1, 2017
My heartfelt condolences to the family on your loss. Living to be almost 80 years of age is amazing. It sounds like she had a very fulfilling life. Please know that God has promised more. He promised that the meed ones in the future will live on the earth forever and ever. (Psalms 37:11) May God grant you guidance, strength and peace during your time of sorrow.
Patricia Shaw
February 28, 2017
Betty was a dear friend. I will miss her at our Thursday night aar meetings that we used to have .with Pat. God bless you Betty.and God bless those you left behind. With sympathy Pat S.
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Len Rusch
February 27, 2017
Bill, sorry to hear of your sister's passing...Friend Len Rusch
A. M.
February 27, 2017
My sympathy goes out to the family during your time of grief. May God's loving-kindness comfort you and help you through this difficult time (Psalm 119:50,76).
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