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Betsy Harner Obituary

HAVRE DE GRACE, MD Betsy Ann Harner passed away on Wednesday, November 7, 2012. She was 52. Betsy was born in Baltimore, Md., to Barbara Snook Haywood of York, and the late Albert Haywood. She was the loving wife of 21 years to Michael Lee Harner, the mother of the late, Wade T. Poet, stepmother of Jason M. Harner and his wife Sarah Lippy-Harner of Hanover, and Ashley Rummel, and her husband Robert Rummel of Hanover. She was the step grandmother of Noah and Addison Harner of Hanover. Mrs. Harner was the dear sister of Albert Haywood and Brenda Hilgert of York. She is also survived by her Goddaughters, Carolyn, Genevieve, and Evie Dutterer and friends that loved her like family. Mrs. Harner worked for Dr. David Jaffe. She was devoted to her family, friends and godchildren. She loved Ironbird's Baseball, and served as a host family for many of the players. She was the "adopted mother" of Pedro and Maria Silveren. A celebration of her life will be held on Sunday, November 18, 2012, at 3 p.m., at the Havre de Grace Ambulance Corps., 1601 Level Road, Havre de Grace, MD 21078. Pastor James Heyward will officiate. Contributions may be made in her memory to the following organizations: Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758517, Topeka, KS 66675, John's Hopkins Children's Center Development Office, 100 North Charles Street, Suite 200, Baltimore, MD 21201, or Amedysis Hospice, 7106 Ridge Road, Suite 100, Rosedale, MD 21237. Online condolences may be made at www.zellmanfuneralhome.com

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Published by York Daily Record on Nov. 13, 2012.

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Heather Eyler Nicholson

November 15, 2012

Mike, I am so sorry about the loss of Betsy. I know the pain that you feel with the loss of a spouse. Hugs to you and the family

Erik Schmitt

November 14, 2012

Barb, Buddy, and Brenda, we are so very sorry to hear of Betsy's passing. Please know that we are thinking of all of you, and that we will never forget Betsy. All of our love, Erik and Lori

victoria parrish

November 13, 2012

I miss u aunt Betsy. U were my favorite aunt and we will see u again some day. Tell grandma and grandpa I said hi.

Waddles & Michelle Staub

November 13, 2012

Thoughts & Prayers for you Mike & your family. Betsy was a wonderful, loving, & caring person. She will be missed by all who knew her.

Jodi & Dr. Murphy at Harford County Chiropractic

November 13, 2012

Ms. Betsy will be missed and in our hearts forever. Our prayers are with Mike and the family. She is now resting in peace <3

November 13, 2012

Barb, I'm so sorry for your loss.
Joanne Jackson, Magnolia DE

Clark Dutterer

November 13, 2012

Betsy was a huge part of our life and will be missed immensely. We're looking forward to celebrating the joy she brought to so many people's lives this Sunday.

Joyce Miller

November 13, 2012

Mike & Family,
So sorrry for your loss but know that Betsy is at peace now and pain free. She loved you all dearly, and Mike, you did a wonderful job of taking care of Betsy these past few months. You are all in my thoughts & prayers. Remember all the good & wonderful memories you have & they will help ease some of the pain. Keep your faith and know that Betsy is now with Wade and looking down on all of you. I am here if you need anything at all.
Betsy, save me a spot on the beach up there and I will meet you there someday!
Deepest Sympathy & prayers.
Joyce Miller

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