Watertown, New York
Elizabeth A. "Betsy" Fowler, 71, Washington St., Brownville and widow of Carl E. Fowler, Jr., passed away Tuesday evening, June 10th, at the Samaritan Keep Home where she had been a patient for 2 weeks.
Her funeral will be 11 am Friday, June 13th, at the Reed & Benoit Funeral Home, Watertown. Burial will follow in Brookside Cemetery. Calling hours are Thursday, June 12th from 4 pm - 7 pm at the funeral home. Contributions may be made to a charity's of one's choice.
Betsy was born in Lake Placid, August 24, 1942, a daughter to the late Frank Augustine and Hope Sweet Augustine. She was a 1960 graduate of Immaculate Heart Academy. She received her Paralegal Associate's degree from JCC in the early 1990's, working as a Paralegal for the Hrabchak & Gebo Law Firm of Watertown for several years until retiring.
Betsy married Carl E. Fowler, Jr., October 2, 1965 at Holy Family Church. Mr. Fowler passed away December 7th, 1988.
She was a volunteer for the Brownville Library and Planned Parenthood of NNY.
Betsy is survived by her mother, Hope Augustine, Watertown. A son Craig Fowler, Las Vegas, NV. Two daughters and their husbands, Lisa and Brian Scully, Henderson; Michelle and Edward Rael, Fountain, CO. Six grandchildren, Kayla and Megan Scully, Shelby and Joshua Fowler, Courtney and Jeffrey Rael. Her brother and sister-in-law, Paul and Cindy Augustine, Batavia, IL and a sister Jane Simpson, Charlotte, NC. A niece Ashley Augustine, Batavia, IL.
Her father Frank Augustine predeceased her on December 22, 2002.
Condolences may be made at www.reedbenoit.com.
I am sorry to read about the passing of Mrs. Fowler. I would frequently stop by on my bike during the nice days of summer to stop by and say "HI" to my friend Craig. Mrs. Fowler was always there with a smile and a glass of cold water and a cookie or two. She made very tasty rum balls. Big hugs and condolences to Craig, Lisa and Michelle.
David Roberts
June 19, 2014 | Englewood, CO
Betsy was a lovely woman. She was full of spunk and had a great sense of humor. She was great to conduct business with and was a good friend. I will miss lunches with her and Kay. God bless her soul! My condolences to all!
Lu Ann Cousins
June 16, 2014 | Sackets Harbor, NY
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
THEODORE DEVITO
June 13, 2014 | WATERTOWN, NY
I was fortunate enough to meet Betsy at a very low point - she helped me settle my mother's estate. She was very kind & compassionate but always "up" when I needed a lift. My condolences to her family.
Diane Eckert
June 12, 2014 | Alexandria Bay, NY
Lisa, Craig and Michelle. Sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. My sister and I have fond memories of time spent with all of you in our younger years.
Our condolences, Cassie (Radley) Davis and family
Cassie Davis
June 12, 2014 | Amherst, NY
Mrs. Augustine, You may not remember me, my name is Bonnie Benjamin Hendrick. Betsy & I were best friends In first grade in Gouverneur. My prayers to all her family, have thought of her so many times throuout the years. She came to see me in 1960. I truly appreciated it.
June 12, 2014
LISA, CRAIG AND MICHELLE,
I'M SO SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR MOTHERS PASSING! I HAVE GREAT MEMORIES OF
BOTH CARL AND BETSY AND TIMES SPENT
WITH ALL OF YOU! MAY GOD BLESS YOU
ALL DURING THIS VERY DIFFICULT TIME...
LINDSAY NETTO
LINDSAY NETTO
June 12, 2014 | HILLIARD, OH
I always enjoyed conversations with Betsy when we were on the Board of Planned Parenthood. I will miss her!
Mike Gardner
June 12, 2014 | Morristown, NY
Many happy memories of our youth spent together. You and your family are in my prayers.
Maryellen Ormiston FitzGerald
Maryellen FitzGerald
June 11, 2014 | Savannah, GA
