Mary Elizabeth "Betty" Claycomb

Mary Elizabeth “Betty” Claycomb, 100, a resident of The Village at Morrisons Cove, Martinsburg, formerly of Baltimore, Md., passed away early Sunday morning, Oct. 20, 2024, at the home.

She was born May 23, 1924, in the Eldorado area of Altoona, daughter of the late William B. and Mary B. (Russell) Eckhard. On Feb. 23, 1946, she married Jack Lincoln Claycomb in Washington, DC. He preceded her in death June 17, 2008, following 61 years of marriage.

She is survived by several nieces, nephews and friends.

Betty was preceded in death by two sisters: Ruth E. Kinsel and B. Lucille Kaplan.

She was a 1943 graduate of Altoona High School. While living in Baltimore, Betty worked as a personnel clerk, pre-school teacher and as a secretary for the Department of Navy.

Mrs. Claycomb was a member of Memorial Church of the Brethren, Martinsburg.

Betty enjoyed helping others, gardening, listening to music, and reading.

A private graveside service will be held at Spring Hope Cemetery, Martinsburg.

Arrangements are by John K. Bolger Funeral Home Inc., Martinsburg, (www.bolgerfuneralhome.com).