Obituary Of Betty Jane Hammer

Betty Jane Hammer, 83, of Evansville, passed away July 8, 2023, at Select Specialty Hospital surrounded by her family. Betty was born September 18, 1939, in Evansville to the late Frank and Louise (Reitz) Offerman.

Betty formerly worked as a long-distance operator at Indiana Bell and later worked in the marketing department. She and Les were members of the Evansville Country Club for over 50 years and enjoyed playing golf. She was a member of the McCutchanville Garden Club and enjoyed playing cards with her many friends. Betty and Les traveled the world. Her greatest joy in life was her family and friends.

She is survived by her husband Lester of 54 years, son; Steven (Ashley) Hammer, grandchildren; Will and Addie Hammer.

Visitation will be from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Thursday, July 13 at Ziemer Funeral Home North Chapel, 6300 First Ave. Visitation will continue from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Friday, July 14 at the funeral home.

The funeral service will begin at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor Tim Garrett officiating. Burial will be at Oak Hill Cemetery.

The family would like to thank Doctor Bedi, Doctor Patel, Doctor Reiti, Doctor Corbett, Kacy Jones NP, Kara Falls NP, and the St. Vincent cardiology group and IUC staff.

We would also like to thank the staff at Select Specialty Hospital for their care in Betty’s final days.

Condolences may be made online at www.ziemerfuneralhome.com.