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Betty J. Ernest

Dec. 23, 1921 - March 20, 2019

Betty J. Ernest, 97, Altoona, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her family.

She was born in Columbus, Ohio, daughter of the late John E. and Daisy (Hanna) Weidley. On Nov. 22, 1945, she married Frank H. Ernest, and he preceded her in death on Sept. 17, 2005.

Surviving are two sons: William Ernest and Mark (Karen) Ernest of Altoona; four daughters: Mildred (Clifford) Pincher of Hollidaysburg, Madeline Blazevich, June Otto and Judy Ernest, all of Altoona; a stepdaughter, Janet Elway in Kentucky; 27 grandchildren; and 43 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by a daughter, Donna Glass; five grandchildren; and two brothers.

Betty was a 1940 graduate of Altoona High School and graduated from Adele Allen Beauty School.

She was member of First United Methodist Church. Betty was a Girl Scout leader, Boy Scout den mother and a volunteer at Mercy Hospital.

Betty enjoyed sewing, quilting, reading and especially spending time with her family and her dog, Buster.

Funeral services will be held at the convenience of the family. Arrangements are by E. Merrill Smith Funeral Home Inc., 2309 Broad Ave., Altoona.

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