Betsy Triplette

Elizabeth “Betsy” Triplette was born Dec. 28, 1942, to George and Anna Koslowske in York, Nebraska, and died peacefully on March 9, 2023, at Regent Park in Holyoke. 

The family moved to Big Springs, Nebraska, where her father was pastor at the Lutheran church. He died from a heart attack in 1958. After his death, Betsy and her brother John finished high school in Big Springs while living with their mother, Anna. 

Betsy later married Joe Ringleman, and to this marriage Ryan was born. Betsy later divorced, and she, Ryan and Anna moved to Holyoke, where Betsy worked at the local liquor stores. Betsy met Steve Triplette in Holyoke, and they were married on May 23, 1981. Steve and Betsy were married for nearly 42 years, and she will be dearly missed. 

Betsy then went to work for Colver and Killin Law office until her retirement, at which time she went to work part time for the Phillips County Abstract Company. 

Betsy was preceded in death by her parents George and Anna Koslowske; brother Bill; and sister Adele.

Betsy is survived by her husband Steve; son Ryan and Shawn; sisters Lois and Karel; brother John; and a multitude of beloved grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. 

The memorial service was held March 25 at the First Christian Church, with Pastor Mike Brown officiating. 

Baucke Funeral Home directed the service.