Betty J. Gent, 88, of Green Springs, OH passed away surrounded by her family on Friday, March 12, 2021. She was born on January 14, 1933 in Kitts, KY to John M. and Ruth M. (Sliger) West.
Betty married William “Whitey” H. Gent on March 23, 1951 in Noetown, KY and he preceded her on January 15, 2012. She worked in the Cafeteria for the Clyde/Green Springs School where she retired from after many years of service. Betty was a member of New Hope Vineyard Church in Fremont, OH and the Green Springs Garden Club. She umpired many games with Whitey and volunteered her time at Elmwood. Betty was an avid book reader and could be seen at the library daily. Her greatest pastime was going to her great grandchildren’s sporting events.
Betty is survived by her children, William Gent, Bowling Green, OH, Gail (John) Partin Hanford, CA, Barb (Al) Darr, Green Springs, OH, Ruth Gent, Green Springs, OH, Charles (Michelle) Gent, Lemoore, CA; siblings, Edith English, Marie (Paul) Cockrell, Linda Bays, all of Chandler, OK; John (Sheila) West, The Villages of Florida; grandchildren, Melinda (Jay), Amanda (Nate), Amber (Brian), Lindsey (Chad), Ashley (Michael), Clint, Joni (Joey), Andrew and Leann and twenty-three great grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband and sisters, Una, Mona, Fay and Jeanette.
Due to Covid, family will have a private service at a later date.
Burial will take place a Green Springs Cemetery.
Memorials can be made in Betty’s honor to the Birchard Public Library, 423 Croghan St., Fremont, OH 43420
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Amanda Horn
I am so sorry for your loss. She was a special lady!
Nancy (Tyson) Koebel
So sorry about Betty’s passing. She was such a sweetheart and loving mom and friend. I have great memories about her when we all went to Calvary church as kids, and later running into her as an adult. I did a program at Elmwood once when she was there and had a great visit with her.
Monte Huss
My sympathy to you all. Betty and Whitey were always so welcoming when I stopped at the house to hang out with Willey. She was wonderful and friendly God loving women.
Jim Schubach
My sincerest sympathies ,prayers and comforting thoughts during this period of time for your family.Willie you’ll always be one my best friends. Your mom was the best!
Jim Schubach
My deepest prayers @ condolences to you and family Willie. She was one of the BEST mothers anyone could have asked for! Betty will definitely be missed! To a special family that deserves the comfort and the sincerest of sympathies during this time.
Ron Huss
My deepest sympathies to Betty’s family. I have many good memories of Betty and Whitey and the Gent family. Rest in Peace Betty Among God and His Angels in Heaven.
Susan Morrison
Mike and I are sorry to hear the death of Betty. Our prayers are with you all.
Mike Bordner
My Sympathies are yours as you grieve the passing of your mom. Most of my memories of Betty are from a time of youth at Calvary church and saw her as a kind soul, always friendly. I am certain as she passed from this world to the next, the words well done good and faithful servant have welcomed her home.
LORRIE GARCIA
Our sympathies are yours at this time with the loss of Betty. Prayers for you and your family. She was a loyal customer at LA Hair Design and will be be greatly missed. Rest in peace Betty! From the staff at LA Hair Design
Diane Voelker
SO .. SORRY TO HEAR OF THE LOSS OF SUCH A WONDERFUL LADY,MOTHER AND GRANDMOTHER I SO ENJOYED TALKING WITH HER WHEN I WOULD RUN INTO HER WHILE LIVING IN GRRENSPRINGS SHE WAS ALWAYS SO KIND TO EVERYONE,AND WILL BE MISSED BY SO MANY. OUR CONDOLENCES TO YOUR ENTIRE FAMILY BILL,DIANE,DAVE AND BRYAN VOELKER
Diane Voelker
SO VERY SORRY TO HEAR OF THE LOSS OF SUCH A WONDERFUL LADY,MOTHER AND GRANDMOTHER SHE TOUCHED THE LIVES OF SO MANY OF US WHILE LIVING IN GREENSPRINGS ALWAYS SO KIND AND PLEASANT TO RUN INTO OUR DEEPEST CONDOLENCES, BILL,DIANE DAVE AND BRYAN VOELKER
Joni Chambers
I’m so sorry for your loss Ruth, your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Susan Waugaman
To the entire Gent family, you have our deepest and sincerest sympathies. Betty had a way of lighting up a room when she was in it. She was a joy to be around and she will be greatly missed. All of our love, thoughts and prayers to you. Sam & Sue Waugaman
Kathleen McGuire Morris
So sorry to hear of Betty’s passing. I sure enjoyed her company at our book club. My sympathy and prayers are with all of you.
Mary Galliher Lenke
I am sorry for your loss. I went to church with Betty and loved her dresses and the purse to match. To me she was a fashion icon. She was a wonderful person. She touched my life deeply.