Betty Jean Cieslar, 86, of Philipsburg died Dec. 7, 2016 at Mount Nittany Medical Center, State College.
Born Dec. 31, 1929, in Philipsburg, she was a daughter of the late Clem Watson Sr. and Susan (Lamb) Watson.
She was a graduate of the former Philipsburg High School.
She was a dedicated and life-long member of the Grace United Methodist Church of Philipsburg. She was also a member of the Christian Women’s Club of Philipsburg.
She retired as a vice president from the former First National Bank of Philipsburg, now known as M&T Bank, after many years of service. She enjoyed golfing, bowling and traveling.
She was married at Grace United Methodist Church of Philipsburg to Edward R. Cieslar, who preceded her in death Feb. 18, 2007.
In addition to her parents and husband, she was also preceded in death by one infant daughter, Suzanne Beth, who died at childbirth; two sisters, Dorothy Owens and Esther Johnson; and one brother, Clem Watson, Jr.
She is survived by one brother, Thomas L. Watson of Philipsburg and numerous nieces and nephews, all of whom “Aunt Bets” dearly loved and cherished.
A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, at the Grace United Methodist Church, 912 E. Pine St., Philipsburg, with the Rev. Michelle R. Bodle officiating.
Friends will be received from 10 a.m. until the time of the funeral service Saturday at the church.
Burial will be in Philipsburg Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to Grace United Methodist Church, General Fund, 912 E. Pine St., Philipsburg, Pa 16866.
The funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Beezer-Heath Funeral Home, 719 E. Spruce St., Philipsburg.
Family and friends may sign the online guestbook and share memories at www.beezerheathfh.com.