Betty Jo graduated from Coshocton High School in 1953, where she was a Majorette and Homecoming Attendant. She worked for Fairmont Foods and later Edmonts for over 30 years before retiring.
She was a member of New Life Ministries; was an avid Ohio State Buckeyes Fan and enjoyed watching The Ohio State Buckeyes Marching Band. Betty Jo was very generous, caring and kind; she loved her family more than anything.
She is survived by her two children, Vernanne (Gary) Grace of West Lafayette and Mike (April) Holmes of Dresden; three grandchildren, Chad Zimmer, Jamie (Scott) Shryrock and Joseph (Tori) Holmes; three great-grandchildren, Zack and Caden Zimmer and Carter Holmes; along with several nieces and nephews.
Along with her parents, Betty Jo is preceded in death by her husband, William “Bill” Holmes and her sister, Judy (Dick) Wright.
A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, April 21, 2023 at 12:00 pm at New Life Ministries with Pastor Mark Granger officiating. Burial will follow at South Lawn Cemetery. Given-Dawson-Paisley Funeral Home is serving the family.
For those who wish, memorial contributions may be made in Betty Jo’s name to New Life Ministries, 727 S. 7th Street, Coshocton, Ohio 43812.
An online memorial can be viewed at www.given-dawson-pasileyfh.com.
