Gale M. Betterly age 73 of Upper Sandusky died at Wyandot Memorial Hospital on June 2, 2020. She was born on Jan. 5, 1947 in Medina to the late Ora J. and Virginia M. (Kirby) Baumgardner. She married Ronald Betterly, who preceded her in death. Surviving are step children James Betterly, Lansing, MI, Teresa Bloom, Webberville, MI, Steven Betterly, Okmos, MI, 10 step-grandchildren, 11 step-great grandchildren, brothers Gene Baumgardner, Jeffersonville, Gary Baumgardner, Hickory Corners, MI, a special companion James Troxel, Upper Sandusky.
Mrs. Betterly had a Doctor’s Degree in Agricultural Education and worked to advance agriculture her entire working life. She was an avid Farm Bureau member. She was involved in 4-H, and served in many other livestock, and grain farming organizations. Mrs. Betterly was an accomplished seamstress. She was member of the Order of Eastern Star in Richfield and Upper Sandusky, and a member of Quilts of Valor.
A memorial service will be held at a later date. Memorial donations may be made to the local Farm Bureau of your choosing or the local 4-H program in your area in care of Bringman Clark Funeral Home 226 East Wyandot Ave. Upper Sandusky, OH 43351. Bringman Clark Funeral Home is entrusted with Mrs. Betterly’s arrangements. To extend a condolence or share a memory visit www.BringmanClark.com.