Betty M. Birchmeier, 69, passed away peacefully on Friday, December 23, 2022, in her home surrounded by family.
Born in Knox, Indiana on August 22, 1953, Betty was the daughter of Merlin and Eva (Hemminger) Whitesell. She attended Plymouth Schools.
While working at Hehr International, Betty met a fellow co-worker Gregory C. Birchmeier. On July 25, 1980, at the Marshall County Court House, Betty married Greg and the couple would welcome two children. She would retire from RBC in Bremen as a bearing inspector.
Betty was loving and caring, with a little splash of crazy as her family would say. She had a sweet soul and was always in a good mood. She had a huge heart and always put others ahead of her own needs.
She enjoyed doing word searches, loved fishing on nice days, and crocheting blankets for her grandchildren. She lived for being with her grandchildren and if she didn’t see them daily, she got sad. Betty also assisted Greg with Special Olympics by helping coordinate athletes and events.
Betty is missed dearly by her husband of 42 years, Greg, and their children, Jason of Plymouth and Sarah of South Bend; her mother, Eva Whitesell of Walkerton; grandchildren: Zoey Adams, Dakota Adams, and Ayden Birchmeier; brothers Merlin (Pat) Whitesell Jr. and Peter Whitesell; cousin Emily Watts of Plymouth as well as several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
She was preceded in death by her father, Merlin.
A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.
Memorial contributions can be made to the Center for Hospice Care 112 S. Center St. Plymouth IN 46563.
Mary Lou Krupp/Gerding says
Greg, children & all who loved Betty. We send caring tghts at the passing of this kind soul. Tho years have passed & haven’t seen Betty in years, memories of her are all good ones. The loss of a wife & mom are great voids. Our prayers are being sent that our Merciful Lord helps you understand that she is in a better place & flying with angels. Peace to all.
Aunt Karen says
Dear Greg, Children, Grandchildren, and ALL FAMILY MEMBERS and Friends…
Am so very sorry to hear of Sweet Betty’s passing…May she be welcomed into Paradise by all our Heavenly Angels.
Sending hugs. Love and Prayers 💖
Sim and Marcy McMillen Caron says
Dear Greg & Family;
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of sorrow. May God bless you all with the fond memories that you were able to share with her.
Sending our love and prayers to each and everyone of you.
Tracey Miller says
My condolences to the Birchmeier family, prayers for all 🙏🏼🙏🏼
Kathy Alexander says
My sincerest condolences to the Family of Betty. We worked together years ago, and she treated everyone with so much care and sweetness. I’m sure she made a way into your hearts forever.