Michael George Betar III

Michael George Betar lll, 47, of Bloomington passed away Thursday, January 3, 2019 at his residence in Bloomington after a year-long battle with esophageal cancer. He was born on May 3, 1971, in Syosset, New York, the son of Michael George Betar Jr. and Sarah (Owens) Betar. Michael was a 1989 graduate of Huntington High School in New York and graduated from Indiana University with his Bachelor of Science degree. Michael married Jeri Chandler on March 15, 1997 in Bloomington. He was employed by the US Postal Service working as a letter carrier for 20 years in Bloomington. Michael was a member of NALC Branch #828, where he held various leadership roles over the years. An Assistant Scoutmaster for Boy Scout Troop #148 in Bloomington, he enjoyed camping and going on high adventure trips to Pamlico Sea Base. He was a member of the IU Marching Hundred Drum line in college and went back every year to participate in the Alumni band at Homecoming. He was active in the union, enjoyed scouting, bowling, watching the New York Yankees and all IU sports. He loved spending time with his family and friends. He will be greatly missed by all who loved and knew him. Michael is survived by his wife: Jeri Betar of Bloomington, two children Caitlyn A. Betar and Michael G Betar IV. His parents; Michael and Sarah Betar of Huntington, New York, one sister; Janeen (Craig) Wasoski of Huntington, New York, one brother; Patrick Betar of Miami, Florida, and two nieces Lily and Alexa Wasoski. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, one uncle, George Betar and a cousin, Frank Betar. Michael’s family would like to thank Dr. Danielle Doyle and the nurses at IU Health Morgan Regional Cancer Center for the care given over this past year. They would also like to thank the doctors and nurses on 4East at IU Health Bloomington Hospital and the nurses from IU Health Hospice for their kindness and care. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorial contributions be made to the St Jude’s Children Hospital, Boy Scout Troop #148 in Bloomington or the charity of your choice. A funeral service will be held at 1:00pm Tuesday, January 8, 2019 at the Southside Christian Church at 500 E. Empire Mill Rd. Burial will follow at Clear Creek Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 4:00pm to 8:00pm Monday, January 7, 2019 and Tuesday, from 12:00pm to service time at the Southside Christian Church. Arrangements by Allen Funeral Home & Crematory. You are invited to share a memory or leave an online condolence to Michael’s family at www.allencares.com.

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Michael George Betar III

May 3, 1971 - January 3, 2019