Betsy Grissom

Betsy J. Grissom, age 67, of New Philadelphia, died Tuesday, May 6, 2025, in Hennis Care Center at Dover, under the care of Traditions Hospice following a period of declining health.

A daughter of the late Robert Charles and Mary Lela (Gerber) Kreisher, Betsy was born on May 24, 1957 at Dennison, Ohio.

Betsy was active all her life in helping people, especially her family. She loved to collect knick-knacks. In her free time, she could be found in the garden tending to her flowers or cooking a wonderful meal for a family member or friend.

She is survived by her son, Lee (Mary Beth) Kreisher of Midvale; daughter, Brittany Forman of New Philadelphia; grandchildren, Corbin Kreisher, Charlee Kreisher, Millee Kreisher, and Brody Dillon; sisters, Beth Brooks, and Bev Ann Brookshire; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Betsy was preceded in death by her parents; partner, Edward Nicholson; and brothers, Bradley Kreisher, and Ben Kreisher.

Cremation care has been entrusted to the Linn-Hert-Geib Funeral Home and Crematory. In keeping with Betsy’s wishes no services are planned at this time.

Memorial donations in her honor may be made to American Kidney Fund 11921 Rockville Pike, Suite 300, Rockville, MD 20852, or American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 6704, Hagerstown, MD 21741.