Betty Jane Schuster, 91, of Gary, IN, entered into rest November 7, 2026. She was born on August 26, 1935, in Gary, IN, to parents James and Virginia Szwajkowski.
Betty worked for EJ&E Railroad for over 38 years as a yard clerk, and spent her remaining years surrounded by her family. She loved being around her family, especially her grandkids,who brought her great joy. Betty was regarded as funny by those around her, a characteristic that told more than words ever would.
Betty is survived by her two sons, Bill (Kimberly) and Robert Schuster, her grandchildren, Tiffany Schuster, Tabitha (Anthony) Yanuzzi, Bill (Erikia) Schuster, Jennifer (Nick) Kristin, Michael (Kendal) Schuster, Christine (Brian) McWilliams, James Schuster, Brian (Kim) Ashby, Jeffery Ashby, and Cassandra Kidd, and her great grandchildren, Robert, Michael, Alecia, Noah, Jonah, Eden, William, Lily, Emma, Brandon, Kyles, Corina, and Greyson.
Private entombment will occur at Calumet Park Cemetery.
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