Betty Jo Silsby, 80, of Butler passed away on Monday, April 10, 2023 at her home.  She was born in Bradford, PA on January 4, 1943, to the late Everett Silsby and Thelma Silsby Southward.  She graduated from Northern Potter High School in 1960.  She enlisted in the Navy in April 1961.

During her 23 years in the Navy, she became a pioneer as the first female data processing chief master in the history of the Navy.  She has earned the Defense Meritorious Service Medal, Joint Service Commendation Medal, Navy Achievement Medal, Meritorious Unit Commendation, Good Conduct Medal (five awards) and the National Defense Service Medal.

She is survived by two sisters; Susan Schoonover of Butler, and Marie (Jeffrey) Williams of New Tazewell, TN; two brothers; Curtis (Brenda) Silsby of Sparta, WI and Stuart (Amanda) Silsby of Coudersport, PA; several nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews.

Out of respect for Betty’s wishes, there will be no visitation.   A military service will be held at a future date by the family’s discretion.