Betty Louise Selders
February 11, 1929 - December 4, 2021
Betty Louise Selders, 92, passed away on Saturday, December 4, 2021 and her husband of 73 years, James “Jim” David Selders, 92, passed away three days later, on Tuesday, December 7, 2021. To honor their wishes, cremation was chosen, and the family will have a Celebration of Life graveside service in Byesville, Ohio, on a later date with military honors for Jim. Betty was born February 11, 1929, the daughter of Ray and Mae (Wycoff) Nelson in Aliquippa, PA. Jim was born October 10, 1929, the only son of Elmer J. and Marjorie (Evans) Selders in Byesville, OH. Jim and Betty were high school sweethearts, graduating from Byesville High in 1947. They married on March 25, 1948. The couple were nearly inseparable; the greatest length of time apart was when Jim served during the Korean War. He entered the United States Army on February 19, 1952 and was honorably discharged February 11, 1954. In 1995, Jim and Betty relocated to Grand Island to be near their daughter’s family. Those who cherish their memory include their daughter and son-in-law, Jane and Russel Helton of Grand Island; and grandson, Ryan (Kelli) Helton. The couple was preceded by their parents; and a grandson, James “Jim” Coulombe, who passed in 2007. Jim was also preceded by two sisters, Laura Christian and Joyce Schina. Online remembrances may be left at www.giallfaiths.com.
Betty Louise Selders, 92, passed away on Saturday, December 4, 2021 and her husband of 73 years, James “Jim” David Selders, 92, passed away three days later, on Tuesday, December 7, 2021. To honor their wishes, cremation was chosen,... View Obituary & Service Information