Betty Lou Whisner, 78, of Warren, PA., met her Lord and Savior
peacefully at her home, Tuesday evening, June 27, 2017, after
suffering an apparent heart attack. She was born February 6, 1939
in Strawberry, Arkansas, the daughter of Elmer and Dorothy
Ward Wagner. Betty has resided the past 47 years in Warren, PA.,
Betty Lou was a woman who knew her faith and love of Jesus.
She is remembered by her family as a woman of great love and
kindness, who was a great wife, mother and grandmother.
Family was her whole life.
She was an avid hunter, enjoyed ceramics and good Christian
fellowship. She was a member of the Warren American Legion
Unit 135 Ladies Auxiliary and Warren Eagle Aerie Ladies
Auxiliary.
Betty is survived by her husband of 59 years, Roger D. Whisner,
Sr. whom she married February 2, 1958 in Streator, Ill., 4 Children
– Roger D. Whisner, Jr. and wife, Sandy, of Jamestown, N.Y.,
Sherri Lemmon and husband, Tom of Pleasant Twp., Richard G.
Whisner and wife, Denise of Jamestown, N.Y., Beth Sawyer of
Woolwich Twp., N.J., 4 Sisters – Beulah Marie Sparks of
Mountain Home, Arkansas, Maxine Hackney, Yvonne Hammel,
and Willie Jean Reynolds all of Newport, Arkansas, 1 Brother –
J.W. Wagner of Yuma, Arizona, 11 Grandchildren, 4 Great
Granddaughters, several nieces and nephews. In addition to her
parents, she was preceded in death by 1 Sister – Eula Mae “Aunt
Dood” Tomlinson, an infant brother – Freddy Wagner
Friends may call at the Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home, Inc., 304
East Street, Warren, PA., on Saturday, July 1, 2017 from 10 to
11:00 A.M. when a memorial service will be conducted with
Pastor Charles Darling, family friend, officiating. Those wishing
to place memorials may do so through the Warren American
Legion Unit 135 Elevator Fund, 412 Pennsylvania Avenue West,
Warren, PA., 16365. E-mail condolences may be sent by visiting
I’m sorry for your loss. My deepest condolences are with you all during this difficult time.
Praying for peace for your family.
So sorry for your loss. Betty was a very sweet woman. She will be missed. RIP my friend.
So sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers for you and your family.
My sincere condolences to the entire Whisner and Wagner families. Betty was a wonderful woman and will be dearly missed! She was always there during times that were very tough for our family. Much love and respect for Betty and Roger. Thanks for all of your help as we grew up! Barry Whisner
I’m going to miss Aunt Betty Lou. She was always trying to help her sister, my Mother, Maxine. She had a remedy for everything. I want you all to know that we are here for you in your time of need. We will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers. We love you.
Healing strength and energy to you and your family
Roger, Sherri, Rich, Beth.
I’m so saddened to hear of the passing of your Mom.
When I think think of her, what comes to my mind is her sense of humor!!
My heart grieves with you❤️
My memories of Mrs. Whisner always include laughter and a little southern sass. I loved hearing her stories about growing up in Arkansas. She was one of a kind. Keeping you all in my thoughts.
A wonderful grandma who was devoted to her family and faith. Betty will surely be missed by many. Thoughts and prayers to the entire family.
Sherri, Tom, Morgan and Whisner family,
My sincerest condolences. Betty was a wonderful lady and my thoughts and prayers are with you all. So sorry for your loss.
Prayers and love to you all- one more in our Cloud of Witnesses.
Sherrie and family….
So very ,very, sorry about your Mom….praying for you and your family today….God Bless!!!♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡
“My Deepest Condolences go out to the Whisner family, I hope you find comfort in these words, “He will swallow up death forever,……And will wipe away the tears from all faces. Isaiah 25:8. Trust in Jehovah’s promise of the resurrection hope. jw.org