Betty Jo Blasko, 83, of Springfield, IL passed away on Monday, September 7, 2026, at The Carriages of Rochester surrounded by her family. She was born on November 12, 1942, in Springfield, the daughter of Jack and Stella (Sicillia) Feleccia. She married Thomas Blasko on February 10, 1963, and he preceded her in death on July 14, 2025.

Betty is survived by her two sons, Greg (Gina) Blasko of Rochester and Troy Blasko of Springfield; two grandchildren, Rachael Blasko of Metamora, IL and Jonah Blasko of Springfield; one sister, Mary Choate of Springfield, IL; and one brother, Tommy (Toni) Feleccia of Springfield.

In addition to her husband Thomas, Betty was preceded in death by her parents, and one sister Rose Long.

Betty was a homemaker for most of her life, however she did work at Lanphier High School in the lunchroom, where she retired in 2006.

Betty was an avid Chicago Cubs, and Chicago Bears fan. Most of all she always looked forward to meeting her family for breakfast at the Star 66 Café.

Memorial Gathering: 9:00 am – 11:30 am, Tuesday, September 15, 2026, at Staab Funeral Home - Springfield

Memorial Service: 11:30 am, Tuesday, September 15, 2026, at Staab Funeral Home – Springfield with Very Rev. Dominic B. Vahling officiating. Burial will follow at Calvary Cemetery.