Elizabeth Ann Roe "Betsy" Young

1935 - 2024

Elizabeth Ann 'Betsy' Roe Young
Born: August 18, 1935 in Rochelle, IL
Died: May 26, 2024 in Brookfield, WI
Elizabeth Ann 'Betsy' Roe Young 88 passed away May 26, 2024 at Congregational Home, Brookfield, WI. She was born August 18, 1935 in Rochelle, Illinois to Morris M. Roe and Helen A. Roe, nee Hall. She attended Oregon, IL schools from kindergarten through High School Graduation with high academic standards and many extracurricular activities. She was very active in Girl Scouts in her early grade school years and worked part time in restaurants during high school years. She attended the University of Illinois graduating with a degree in Home Economics in December 1956. She was a member of Delta Zeta Sorority and remained active with the sorority alumni organizations for many years. Following graduation she worked as a Home Economist for Northern Illinois Gas Company, Aurora, IL presenting gas appliance cooking capabilities throughout the area. She married John E. Young May 17, 1958 in the Methodist Church, Oregon, IL. In marriage the Youngs lived in Rockford, IL for many years, then Tampa' FL for a few years before moving to Phoenixville, PA for very many years. Betsy was involved with many charitable organizations over the years helping others in need. She is preceded in death by her parents and husband John E. Young. She is survived her sons Mike (Mindy) and David (Patti), brother John H. Roe and grandchildren Jeff, Beth, Karen (KC), Jack, Will and Ian as well as many cousins and long term friends. Interment will be on Sunday of Memorial Day weekend 2025 at Lighthouse Methodist Church Cemetery, rural Oregon, IL, preceded by church service in Lighthouse Methodist Church.