Betty Esche (Hawkins), age 88, of Newburgh, Indiana, passed away Wednesday, March, 10, 2021. Betty was born and raised in Hanson, Kentucky and was a graduate of Hanson High School. Her adult life was enjoyed in Newburgh, Indiana where she raised her family and was a loving grandmother.
Betty and her husband Charles were world travelers who made friends around the globe. Betty was a socialite, who was a long-time, proud member of a special group she called the Bunco girls. She loved decorating and enjoyed working at BJ’s home accents helping others make their house a home. When she wasn’t decorating or traveling, you could find her spending time with friends or playing golf.
She is survived by her husband Charles of 68 years. Betty was the youngest of eight children and the last of her siblings. She is preceded in death by her son, Timothy Esche and survived by her two daughters, Rhonda Kroeger (Roger) and Amy Gruszczynski (Lenny). She had four grandchildren, Valerie Warycha (David), Tyler Kroeger, Maria Gruszczynski and Caroline Gruszczynski and two great grandchildren, Quinn Warycha and Mara Warycha.
The family would like to thank the staff of Newburgh Health Care for providing Betty with exceptional love and care. Services will be private. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Zion United Church of Christ Memorial Fund in Newburgh, IN.
Condolences may be offered at www.AlexanderNewburghChapel.com.
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