Dowd, Betty L. (Kossel) Age 97 of Beavercreek, passed away December 30, 2023 at St. Leonard’s in Centerville, Ohio where she resided for several years. She was born on October 10, 1926 in Dayton, Ohio to the late Oscar and Emily Kossel. She was preceded in death by her husband Theodore Dowd Jr., daughter Frances Szakal, son-in-law Nick Szakal, and grandson Mitchell Szakal. She was married to Theodore on August 9, 1947 till his death in February of 2011. Her son Larry (Kathy) Dowd; grandchildren Suzie Szakal and Aaron Dowd; great-grandchildren Emily and Olivia Dowd, and Piper and Kiefer Chapman survive her. In earlier years, Betty worked for the Hewitt Soap Company and then later she was a volunteer tour guide for Seniors of Dayton and for AAA where she was later employed. She also volunteered at the Schuster Center when she could. She and her husband really enjoyed traveling throughout their lives together. She was a member of Peace Lutheran Church in Beavercreek since 1966. The family would like to express their sincere gratitude to the staff at St. Leonard’s and Ohio’s Hospice for their wonderful care of Betty. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, January 5, 2024 Peace Lutheran Church, 3530 Dayton-Xenia Rd., Beavercreek, Ohio with Pastor Steve Kimm officiating. Her family will receive friends at the church from 10 a.m. until the time of services. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Ohio’s Hospice 324 Wilmington Ave., Dayton, Ohio 45420.
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