Betty J. Pilkerton, 76, of Shartlesville, passed away Thursday, February 13, 2025 in her residence. She was the wife of the late James T. Pilkerton, Jr., who passed one day before Betty on February 12, 2025.

Born in Baltimore, she was the daughter of the late Frederick and Betty J. (Nesbitt) Wilson. She enjoyed frogs, reality tv shows: Duck Dynasty, Dr. Pole, etc. She loved her grandchildren, and eating snacks. Betty was an avid fan of Elvis!

She is survived by two daughters: Cheri L. (Pilkerton) Trescott, wife of Michael L., Shartlesville, and Nicole M. (Pilkerton) Bailey, wife of David, Pine Bluff, NC; two grandchildren: Brandon Higgs, and Ashley Fitz; and two great-grandchildren: Brooke Higgs, and Abigail Petrofske. She is also survived by two sisters: Carole A. Brocato, and Belinda L. Wilson. She was predeceased by two siblings: Robert L. Wilson and Pamela Finecey.

Services will be private at the convenience of the family. Leibensperger Funeral Homes, Inc., Hamburg is in charge of arrangements. For online condolences, please visit www.leibenspergerfuneralhomes.com