Betty Lou Janowicz (née Baum), 88, of Elyria, Ohio, passed away on December 1, 2023, in Plain City, OH, at the home of her daughter.  She was born on October 1, 1935, in New London, OH, to the late Alice and Erwin (Curley) Baum. Betty was a loving mother, devoted wife, a proud grandmother and great grandmother.  She was known for her sweet and light-hearted nature, as well as her charitable and generous spirit. Betty took great pride in her family and cherished spending time with them. She was particularly sentimental about her loved ones.

Betty is survived by her son, Andy Janowicz (Janie Gentry Bates); daughters, Janine Janowicz Glomb (Dan), Paula Janowicz Berry (Doug Bidwell), Sarah Janowicz Long (Randy), and Anna Janowicz; three grandchildren, Phil, Katie, and Braden; three great-grandchildren, Andrew, Emma, and James; numerous nieces and nephews; and her brother, Floyd Baum (Beverly). She was preceded in death by her husband of 64 years, Henry (Hank) Janowicz; parents, Alice and Erwin (Curley) Baum; and sister, Joanne Pais.

Early in her career, Betty worked for The Chronicle Telegram in Elyria, and later became a dedicated stay-at-home mom. She later worked at Botamer Florist and at the office of Dr. John Secrist. Betty was a sacristan and caretaker at Holy Cross Church for many years. She was an active member of the church community and worshiped at Holy Cross Church, followed by St. Agnes Church.

Betty had a variety of hobbies, including traveling with her family, visiting her children, singing in the choir, and caring for her many beautiful plants.She definitely had a soft spot for her kitties over the years, loving, doting on and caring for her fur babies. Betty loved completing jigsaw puzzles with Hank and her family, often framing and hanging them for everyone to enjoy. She dedicated over 2500 volunteer hours at University Hospital Elyria and served as the Chairwoman for many decades for the Elyria High School Class of 1953 Reunion Committee. Betty was the Secretary/Treasurer of the Baum Family Reunion for decades. She held the position of Elyria Catholic Guild president and was a member of the United Polish Club Ladies' Auxiliary.

Family and friends are invited to attend the visitation from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon on Saturday December 9, 2023 at The Laubenthal Mercado Funeral Home 38475 Chestnut Ridge Rd in Elyria (440)322-4626 immediately followed by a funeral service at 12:00 noon officiated by Reverend Father Norman Gajdzinski, She will be laid to rest at St. Mary's Cemetery, Elyria.

In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to The Ohio State University Aphasia Initiative Fund (Fund #312671) or the Elyria Friendship Animal Protective League.

The family would like to express their gratitude to Care360 Hospice of Hilliard, OH, for their loving services.

Online condolences to the family may be expressed at www.laubenthalmercado.com