SFC Harold LeRoy Betts, Retired, age 60, of Grayson, Kentucky, went home to be with the Lord on April 21, 2026.
Harold was born on January 18, 1966, in Indiana, Pennsylvania. He was the son of the late LeRoy Betts Jr. and the beloved son of Ruth Betts King and John King Sr., both of Indiana, PA.
He attended Penns Manor High School, where he enjoyed playing football. Harold proudly wore jersey number 32 in honor of his favorite player, Franco Harris of the Pittsburgh Steelers. He once shared a flight with Franco Harris but, out of respect for his privacy, chose not to ask for an autograph—something few others would have done.
In July of 1985, Harold enlisted in the United States Army and later served with the Kentucky National Guard. Most of his military career was spent in Kentucky, where he worked as a tank mechanic and earned the nickname “Mr. Fix-It” for his mechanical skill and dependability. During his time in Kentucky, he met the love of his life, Brenda. They were married on June 26, 1992.
After being honorably discharged from military service in May 2016, Harold continued his career as a mechanic, working for various gas well companies. His work often required weeks away from home, but he did so willingly to provide well for his family. He was a hardworking and devoted husband and father.
In his free time, Harold loved hunting, fishing, watching the Pittsburgh Steelers, and spending time with his cherished daughter, Bella. He loved teaching others his hunting and fishing “wisdom”.
At the time of his passing, Harold was employed as a mechanic with Nextier Completion Solutions in Black Lick, Pennsylvania.
He is survived by his parents, Ruth Betts King and John King Sr. of Indiana, PA; his wife of 33 years, Brenda Betts of Grayson, KY; daughters Bella of Grayson, KY, and Kalen of Franklin Furnace, OH; sons Dillion of Kingston, TN, Lelen of Shoals, WV, and Ronnie of Franklin Furnace, OH.
He is also survived by his sisters, Vickie Vennard of Clymer, PA; Tammy Stahlman (Nick) of Brookville, PA; and Melissa Custer (Harry) of Indiana, PA. Step-sisters include Lucinda Carr (Bruce) of Oakmont, PA, and Audrey “Diane” Swartz (Charlie) of Homer City, PA. Step-brothers include John “Buster” King Jr. (Tammy), Doug King (Karen), both of Indiana, PA; William King of Shelocta, PA; and Martin King (Kristin) of Manheim, PA.
Harold was the proud grandfather of twenty-six grandchildren and is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.
In addition to his father, Harold was preceded in death by his grandparents Warren “Jay” and Mildred Gromley, LeRoy Sr. and Anna Mae Betts, as well as numerous aunts and uncles.
Harold will be remembered for his strong work ethic, kind heart, unwavering devotion to family, and his willingness to help anyone in need.
Friends will be received on, Tuesday from 1:00-3:00 PM and 5:00-7:00 PM, and also on Wednesday from 10:00 AM until the time of service at 11:00 AM at the John A. Lefdahl Funeral Home, 898 old Route 119 North, Indiana, PA 15701 with Pastor Melissa L. Custer, officiating. military honors, provided by Indiana VFW Post 1989.
To share a memory or leave an online condolence, visit www.lefdahlfuneralhome.com
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