Obituary of Elizabeth J. Plotts

Elizabeth “Betty” Plotts

Elizabeth “Betty” Plotts of Coudersport (formerly of Port Allegany) passed away on Memorial Day, May 26, 2025, at Sweden Valley Manor. 

Born on January 25, 1934, in Matoaca, Virginia, she was the daughter of Edwin E. and Marjorie Perkins Long. On November 27, 1952, she married Robert Klesa who passed away on July 19, 1954.  On July 23, 1955, she married James Plotts who survives her. 

Betty was a graduate of Coudersport High School. In 1952 she worked as a phone operator for Bell Telephone. 

Betty was a very devoted church member. She attended the Coudersport Alliance Church and the Port Allegany Alliance Church. She taught Sunday School for many years. 

Surviving in addition to her husband are two sons: James Kenny (Susan) Klesa and Stephen (Judy) Plotts

Seven Grandchildren: James R. “Jim” (Dee) Klesa, Casey Klesa,

Brandy (Carl) Lunger, Hila (Brian) Breisch, Scott (Amber) Easton,

Lilly Klesa, and Victoria Klesa

Eleven Great Grandchildren: Leona (Tyler) Lawrence, Megan (Adinn) Kellert, Mason Klesa (McKenna Putman), Garrett Lunger, Clara Lunger, Jenica Breisch, Jade Breisch, Carter Risser, Clara Risser,

William Risser, and Jack Easton

Three Great-great Grandchildren: Aurora Kellert, Eloise Kellert, and (Soon to arrive) Mallory Kellert

Plus the MANY people who have thought of her as their Grandma and even called her “Grandma”

Several nieces and nephews 

One Brother: Robert Long, and One Aunt: Jane Crowell 

Betty was predeceased by: Parents: Edwin E. and Marjorie Long

1st Husband: Robert Klesa, Sister: Lucy Gould, and Grandson: Jonathan Goerner

Betty was a vibrant, loving woman. She brought a smile to all those around her. She loved spending time with family and friends. She loved everything from going on vacations, picnics and campfires to a simple visit with a cup of coffee. It didn’t matter what she was doing, she found joy in everything she did. She loved having fun! She lived an amazing life and the world will not be the same without her!

Family and friends are invited to attend her viewing on Friday, May 30, 2025, at the Port Allegany Alliance Church from 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m.  Then on Saturday, May 31, 2025, there will be visitation starting at 10:00 a.m. with the funeral to follow at 11:00 a.m. at the Coudersport Alliance Church. Burial will be in the Eulalia Cemetery immediately after the funeral.

Memorials my be made to the Port Allegany Alliance Church, 414 E Mill St, Port Allegany, PA or the Christian & Missionary alliance Church, 7 Alliance Ave. Coudersport, PA

Online condolences may be made at www.hartle-tarboxfuneralhomes.com.

Arrangements are under the direction of the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Port Allegany.