Betty Jane (Clauser) McFadden, 88, of Wilkes-Barre, Pa., formerly of Butler, passed away peacefully, without any pain or suffering, on Monday, May 2, 2022, at River Street Manor in Wilkes-Barre.

Born June 3, 1933, in Butler, she was the daughter of the late Vincent C. Clauser and Helen (Collodi) Clauser. At the age of 16, Betty lost her eyesight. However, she did not let that hold her back. With her superior intelligence, Betty taught herself the Braille Alphabet System.

Recognizing Betty's intelligence and potential, in 1970 the Pennsylvania Association for the Blind provided Betty with a career opportunity for her to earn a substantial salary and to live independently. Subsequently, Betty moved together with her youngest son to Harrisburg to become the sole operator and manager of the Blind Association’s breakfast/luncheonette in the Harrisburg Court House. For 19 years, Betty succeeded as a professional career woman in this position, managing and supervising three employees and establishing her personable camaraderie to earn significant profit each year for the Pennsylvania Association for the Blind.

Betty was an active member of the First Alliance Church in Harrisburg and the Community Alliance Church in Butler.

She is survived by her three sons, Charles, James and Donald; several grandchildren; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her five brothers, Charles Clauser, Joseph Clauser, Robert Clauser, Chester Clauser and Richard Clauser; and two sisters, Marie Smith and Clara Rocco.

MCFADDEN — A gathering of friends and a funeral service for Betty Jane (Clauser) McFadden, who died Monday, May 2, 2022, will be held from 11 a.m. until noon Tuesday at Butler County Memorial Park Chapel of Devotion.

Burial will follow immediately after the service.

Arrangements have been entrusted to THOMPSON-MILLER FUNERAL HOME, 124 E. North St., Butler.

Online condolences may be given at www.thompson-miller.com.

Please sign the guest book at www.butlereagle.com.