Stitz-Clapper Funeral Home - Kentland


Betty L. Chernowsky

( August 27, 1948 - May 25, 2021 )

Betty L. Chernowsky, 72, of Kentland, passed away surrounded by loved ones on Tuesday, May 25, 2021 at her daughter’s home in Battle Ground. She was born August 27, 1948 in Rensselaer to John O. and the late Phyllis (Gordon) Northcutt. Betty was a 1966 graduate of Morocco High School.

Her marriage was to Thomas “Tom” Chernowsky in 1970 in St. Augustine Church of Rensselaer; he survives.

Betty lived in Morocco until she and tom moved to Kentland in 1983. She was a member of the Newton County Baptist Church in Kentland and apart of the bible study group for many years.

Betty worked at Magnetek in Goodland for several years and also as custodian for the South Newton School Corporation. She loved cooking for her family, working on crossword puzzles, reading, and most of all, enjoyed time spent with her family.

Surviving along with her husband and father are children, Dawn (John) Fowler of Huntington, IN, Eric (Amy) Chernowsky of Athens, IL, and Jamie Scherer of Battle Ground. 7 siblings, Wayne (Emma) Northcutt of Trinity, NC, Dennis (Barbara) Northcutt of Magnolia, TX, Carl (Patti Ann) Northcutt of Wolcott, Barb (Robert) Wayne of Monon, David (Karen) Northcutt of Goodland, Patti (Roy) Cripe of Earl Park, and Becky Northcutt of Kentland. 8 grandchildren, Josh Ellis, Kelsey Scherer, Rhyan Sayers, Emily Ellis, Irene (Bryce) Foreman, Cody Chernowsky, Blake Chernowsky, and Catherine Chernowsky. Betty is also survived by her 5 great-grandchildren.

Preceding her in death along with her mother is a brother, Rex Northcutt.

Friends may call from 10 AM (CST) until the time of Funeral Service 1 PM (CST) Wednesday, June 2, 2021 at the Newton County Baptist Church of Kentland. Pastor Daryl Whitehouse of Munster, IN to officiate. Interment to follow in Fairlawn Cemetery.

Following the committal service at the cemetery, a dinner will be provided for friends and family back at the church.

Memorial contributions may be made in Betty’s name to Newton County Baptist Church.

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