Jay E. Betts's obituary , Passed away on April 20, 2025 in Berne, Indiana

Jay E. Betts

May 27, 1938 - April 20, 2025 (86 years old)

Berne, Indiana

Jay E. Betts's obituary , Passed away on April 20, 2025 in Berne, Indiana

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Thoma/Rich, Lemler Funeral Home

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Jay E. Betts

May 27, 1938 - April 20, 2025 (86 years old)

Berne, Indiana

Jay E. Betts Obituary

With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Jay E. Betts of Berne, Indiana, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Jay left this world on April 20, 2025 at the age of 86, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

As Jay departs from this earthly realm, his essence lingers — a whisper on the wind, a ripple on the water — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of life and death. Though Jay may no longer walk beside us, his spirit lives on in the memories and the legacy Jay leaves behind.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Earl E. Betts and Mable Devona Betts (Hedges). He is survived by: his wife Nancy Betts of Berne; and his children, Keith Betts (Sara) of Bluffton, IN., Kevin Betts of Berne and Christine Zimmerman (Brad) of Berne. He is also survived by seven grandchildren and fourteen great-grandchildren.

Memorials may be made to Petroleum Community Church and may be directed through the funeral home.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Thoma/Rich, Lemler Funeral Home



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