Betty Lukehart-Gress, 81 of Indiana, passed away on Monday, February 20, 2023, at her home. Born in Willet, on March 22, 1941, to the late Clair Lukehart and Rebecca (Hamilton) Lukehart-Lockhart, she was also raised by her stepfather Howard Lockhart.

Betty graduated from Marion Center High School and then attended the Johnstown School of Cosmetology. She operated her own beauty salon in Willet for several years. After some time, Betty decided to further her education in banking and real estate by attending both IUP and Temple University. She then worked for Farmers Bank and Trust in Indiana, assisting with the transition to Pittsburgh National Bank. Her real estate adventures began at Holly Reality of Indiana and later became the first female Right-of-Way specialist for the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation, District 10, Indiana. Becoming the first ever Female Right-of-Way specialist in the entire state was among Betty's most proud accomplishments.

After retirement, Betty became an active member of the Lions Club where she produced the club's local newsletter, even having articles published in the Pride of Pennsylvania magazine. She was also involved in the Appalachian writing circle.

Betty loved sailing on the Chesapeake Bay, golfing, and traveling throughout the United States and abroad. She enjoyed her quiet time on her porch with her morning coffee and a glass of good wine with friends in the evening. Most of all, she enjoyed hugs from her children and grandchildren, whom she loved dearly and was extremely proud of.

Surviving Betty are her children, Jeffrey L. (Catherine) Gress of Martinsburg, WV and Gregory L. (Charlene) Gress of Fort Collins, CO; grandchildren Kahla (Christopher) Gress-Lose of Round Hill, VA, Anthony Gress of Martinsburg, WV, and Kaitlyn Gress of Fort Collins, CO; great grandchildren Blake and Fletcher Lose; a brother Charles Lukehart of Indiana; as well as several nieces and nephews.

Friends will be received by the family on Friday, March 3, 2023, from 10 AM until the time of service at 11:00 AM in the Bowser Minich Funeral Home, Indiana, with Betty's dear friend, Pastor Kathy Mihoerick officiating. Private burial will be in Oakland Cemetery, Indiana.

In lieu of flowers, Memorial Donations may be made to the Visiting Nurses Association, 850 Hospital Rd, Ste 3000, Indiana, PA 15701 or UPMC Children's Hospital Foundation, PO Box 535240, Pittsburgh, PA 15253-5240

The Bowser-Minich Funeral Home has been honored to serve Betty and her family in this time of need.

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