Betsy Ann Sterns, 80, went to her heavenly home November 17, 2023, at Wesley Towers, Hutchinson. She was born March 15, 1943, in Newton, the second of three children born to James Oliver and Katherine Isabelle (Day) Brown.
Betsy worked for Cargill, in their salt division, starting in Hutchinson. She later was promoted and given the opportunity to work and live in Tulsa, OK, St. Louis, MO, Minneapolis, MN, Groton, NY, and finally, Cleveland, OH. After retirement in Cleveland, Betsy decided to sell her house and possessions, and move to somewhere warmer, South Texas. For the past 10 years, she had lived at Winter Ranch RV Resort in Alamo, TX, where Betsy enjoyed many activities and friendships throughout the park. In May 2023, she relocated to Hutchinson to be closer to her son, Bill. Betsy lived at Wesley Towers, and enjoyed making new friends, taking part in activities, and receiving the care she needed.
In 1959, she married William W. Willm. They were blessed with the birth of their son, Bill. In 1975, Betsy married Gene Sterns. Despite both marriages ending in divorce, Betsy became a stronger and more independent woman.
Betsy was preceded in death by: her parents; stepparents; sister, Karen Guyer; and a nephew, James Martin Brown.
Betsy is survived by: her son, William J. “Bill” Willm (Valorie); brother, Mike Brown (Patti); brother-in-law, Wallace Guyer; grandson, Troy Flager (Tammy); granddaughter, Rehannon Smith (Ross Griffith); great-grandsons, Elijah and Graham Flager; great-granddaughters, Madison Nicewander and Henna Griffith; numerous nieces and nephews; her cat, Rosie; and many friends around the country.
Per Betsy’s wishes there will be no service. Cremation has taken place. Betsy’s cremains will be spread in the spring along U.S. Highway 50, from her son’s motorcycle.
Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, is in charge of arrangements.