Betty “B.J.” J. Uplinger, 83, of Warren, PA. died Friday afternoon, December 2, 2011 at her residence after an illness of the past 4 months. She was born August 30, 1928 in Ludlow, PA. to the late Rev. Morris L. and Sarah Messler Overbeck. She was from the Warren and Ludlow areas resident her entire life. Betty was a 1946 graduate of Ludlow High School and was employed in the Jewelry Dept. for 10 years at the former Jamesway Dept. Store and retired from K-Mart after 16 years service. She was a member of the Warren Assembly of God Church. She was an avid cook. Betty always put her family first and especially enjoyed her grandchildren. She is survived by her children – Candice Gerych and husband, David of Bath, N.Y., Curt Uplinger of Warren, PA., Craig Uplinger and wife, Jenny` of Eatontown, N.J., Tina Phillips of Warren, PA., 2 Sisters – Shirley Farrell of Ludlow, PA., Alice Cochran of Sheffield, PA., 2 Brothers – Morris Overbeck and wife, Bobby of Sheffield, PA., Harry Overbeck of Sheffield, PA., 7 Grandchildren – Colby Uplinger, Stevie Samuelson, Emily Warner, Craig Uplinger, Mackenzie Uplinger, Christopher Phillip, Taylor Phillip, 2 Step Grandsons Cameron and Adreaus Jones, several nieces and nephews also survive.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Curtis H. Uplinger whom she married August 9, 1952 in Ludlow, PA., 2 Brothers – Leroy “Skip” and William Overbeck.
Friends may call at the Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home, Inc., 304 East Street, Warren, PA. on Monday from 6 to 8 P.M. where a funeral and committal service will be conducted Monday evening at 8:00 P.M. with Rev. Frank Lanza, Pastor, officiating. Interment will be in Gibbs Hill Cemetery, Ludlow, PA. Those wishing to place memorials may do so through Hospice of Warren County, 2 Crescent Park, Warren, PA. 16365. Those wishing to submit e-mail condolences may do so by visiting www.lewisfuneralhomeinc.com
Shirley and Family: I am so sad about Betty’s passing , she was always a good friend and sisterinlaw to me and all my girls. Im sorry I can’t make it to the Funeral but I don’t drive and my health hasen’t been very good but we have all said Prayers for her and be assured Mom and Dad Curt,Bill,Skip and Dwayne will be tthere with our Lord to welcome her Home. We love you all. JoAnn and Family.
Thank you Aunt Jo!! We sure could feel all of the prayers. Love you all
I am sorry to hear of Betty’s passing. Rest in Peace, Betty.
Thank you! I hope you all are doing well
Candy, Curt, Craig and Tina,
So sorry to learn the news of your mothers passing. Please know that you all are in my prayers.
Hugs,
debbie
thank you so much!! Miss and love you all!
Craig,
I wanted to offer my deepest condolences for you and your family. I know that this is a difficult time for all who loved and cared for her. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Eric Yang
Curt and family,
Please accept our deepest condolences with the passing of your mother, Betty. At this time of year it is especially hard to lose a loved one. Prayers that God Bless and keep you all in His loving arms.
Candy, sorry for your loss.
Thank you. It’s great to hear from you. Are you on facebook? Take care
Candy, Kurt, Craig, and Tina,
So sorry to hear of your mom’s passing, we will be praying for you all. Sorry we could not make it to the funeral home. sincerely joel and linda
Thank you so much! We could feel all of the prayers. Miss seeing you all.
Craig,
I am so sorry for your loss. May you and your family find some comfort in your memories.
In Sympathy,
Maria
To the Uplinger and their extended families I would like to offer my condolences on your loss of a loved one.
From Dorothy L. (Hepler) Dankworth and family
Thank you very much for thinking of us!!