Betty E. Koval

Betty E. Koval
of Binghamton
Betty E. Koval, 81, of Binghamton and Constantia, N.Y., beloved wife and mother, passed away with her devoted husband of 62 years by her side at Binghamton General Hospital on Friday, October 31, 2008, after battling lengthy illness with grace and courage. Betty was predeceased by her parents, Florence and Benjamin Webb; and a brother, Jack Webb. She is survived by her lifelong love, Thomas R. (Bob) Koval; son and daughter-in-law, Daniel and Dee Koval; daughter and son-in-law, Sandra and Dennis Walker; grandson, Timothy Koval; step grandsons, Michael (Margo) Reynolds, Vincent Montgomery and Cory (Larissa) Montgomery; her "chi-chi" (sister), Marion (James) Stratton; in-laws, Joan Cermak, Lucille VanKuren, Donald (Ann) Koval, John (Joann) Koval; several nieces and nephews and numerous friends. Retired from Orthopedic Associates, Betty was the medical office asst. for Dr. James Woodruff. She was an original member of St. Mark's Episcopal Church, Chenango Bridge, N.Y., and helped make the mosaics displayed on the wall behind the alter. She was also a member of Trinity Episcopal Church, Constantia, N.Y., where she served as head of the Alter Guild for years. Betty was an accomplished accordion player, loved music and reading, enjoyed traveling with her husband, relaxing at the lake, and sharing her Sunday afternoon "toddy" with Bob. Most of all, she cherished spending time with her family. Heartfelt thanks to the caregivers at Bridgewater 2nd floor; Memorial 3 at Binghamton General Hospital; Dialysis Unit at 65 Penn. Ave.; Dr. David Simon; Dr. V. Jayaraman and all those who loved and supported Betty and her family. Betty's twinkling blue eyes and dimpled smile were just a reflection of her beautiful soul.
In celebration of Betty's life, the family will receive friends from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. at St. Mark's Episcopal Church, River Road, Chenango Bridge, N.Y. on Wednesday, November 5, 2008, followed by a Memorial Mass at 2 p.m. presided by Father Mark Giroux. In lieu of flowers, kindly consider donations to the North Shore Ambulance Squad, P.O. Box 513, Cleveland, N.Y. 13042; Dialysis Unit, c/o UHS Foundation, 10-42 Mitchell Ave., Binghamton, N.Y. 13903; or the charity of your choice. God bless you "my little pigeon" - you will be greatly missed by all, especially me. Arrangements are by the J.F. Rice Funeral Home, Inc., 150 Main St., Johnson City, N.Y.