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for Bette Cornelius
Carmen Huezo
January 17, 2020
You will be in my heart always ❤
Patty Harrison
October 27, 2019
Bette was always so kind to me. My parents and I adored both her and Corny. Her daughter, Aimee, was my very first friend after we moved to Gainesvill, Florida and is still my friend today. Bette's vivaciousness for living was an inspiration! We love you Bette and the world is a little less bright with you in heaven. Love, Patty Harrison
October 27, 2019
Betty was one of the most youthful, kind, dynamic friends my mom, Janet, had.She lit up every room she entered with her smile and warmth. She was beautiful in every way.
Laura Loye
Susan Elden
October 27, 2019
The group! Joe, Dan, Bette, and Anne! Can't get any better than that!!
Love,
Soozeee, Reisa, Ari, Kate, and Aiden Elden.
Moms 75th Surprise party with her best friend, Boopsy!!! 1993.<br />
Susan Elden
October 26, 2019
Bette was one of my Mom, Anne Terrys, best friends. Boopsy was @12 years younger than Mom but Mom kept up with her best buddy. They played bridge together and traveled together to bridge tournaments with Joe Panario. I had the pleasure to travel with this crazy group to Italy. What a blast we had (minus the mishap of Joe scraping the car into the gate of our Villa!!!) That did not go over well with Ms. Boopsy!!! We all laughed, giggled, drank wine together, and enjoyed each others presence.
Boopsy always told me: If you like it, you NEED it! I think of this motto every time I shop online or offline!!!
I dont think I ever saw Boopsy without a smile or without lipstick - she was always dressed to the T! Even in her last days, Boopsy was gorgeous and smiling! We will always love and think about Boopsy with giant smiles on our faces!!!
Love you, Boopsy!!!!
Soozeee, Reisa, Ari, Kate, and Aiden Elden
Lisa Keltner
October 9, 2019
Bette is my Mom's only sister, and we all love her very much. She was always positive, happy, and laughing, and such a joy to visit. We wished she had always lived closer. There is no doubt my Mom was there to greet her when she passed through, with warmth, love, and joyous greetings...along with Corny, and Goose, and Watt, and Jim, (I think we missed a party!). We will see her again SOON, until then, her children are in our thoughts and prayers.
Carmen Huezo
October 8, 2019
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always. You shine! Always in my ❤ wonderful women, love you Boo!
Bette & me - Boca Raton Musem of Art
October 4, 2019
Bette & my Family (missing Andrew- oldest) our kitchen
October 4, 2019
October 4, 2019
Love you and will miss you forever......
October 3, 2019
My sincerest condolences to your entire family.
We are never old enough to be orphans. My heart aches for all of you. I pray for the repose of Bette's soul.
Bette & Corny changed the lives of our entire family tree. Because of them, my parents were able to come to US from a third world country, and eventually settle here. Three generations have gone go on to build lives in this wonderful country. Bette taught my Mother all about "Coming to America..." in those early years. We wouldn't be here if not for them!
I always felt their love & kindness when I was around either one.
She loved me as a baby in Davis, entertained me in Manhattan, Visited in PA in my teen years, and even came to visit me in Boca recently. Every minute with Bette is filled with fun, laughter, energy, and just a all around good time- Loved this Lady - everything about her!!
World has lost a Class Act - but Corny will be happy to keep company with his favorite Gal once again...RIP my Darling Bette.
All my love, Rehana Mia Molly
Jon Shuster
September 27, 2019
Dear Aimee:
I am deeply saddened by the loss of your mom. She was my favorite bridge partner while your family was in Gainesville, and while you and Clifford were still living at home at Biven's Arm. She had tremendous energy that transcended everyone she came in contact with. I have many memories of her good sportsmanship at the bridge table, as well as her exceptional skills. She was a super dedicated mom, and supportive of your dad whose career in vet med as founding dean here was extremely demanding.
I am so glad she found her partner in life in San Diego.
So my deepest sympathy goes out to you, yous sibs, kids, and grandkids, as well as Dan.
It there a charity that I can donate to? Also, I will make sure we have a charity game in honor of her at the HGainesville Bridge Club.
Very best wishes,
Jon Shuster
Cell: 352.682.0893
[email protected]
August 27, 2019
My most heartfelt condolences go out to the family and many friends of Bette. I was fortunate to have met Bette thru Sondra and treasure the visits to Orlando. I am also grateful to have had the chance to spend time with these lovely ladies in San Francisco and La Jolla. You sure can learn a lot from those two! I miss you already. Until we meet again.
Diane McAchren, Orlando FL
Sondra Panick
August 26, 2019
The longer one lives, the more insight one has of life and people. Paths cross many facets as we travel through it and once in awhile you come across someone you meet that is unique and very special, that was my friend Betts. From the onset, she was the most influential person in my life. We laughed, cried, traveled and argued although I can take credit for the latter, thanks to my Polish background of never agreeing with her. Once you met her, she was a friend for life. There was only one Bette and I was very fortunate to have her in my life for over 50 years. God speed my friend, you will never be forgotten.
Kawika and grandma Boo in LA March 5, 2019
August 25, 2019
La Jolla July 6, 2018
August 25, 2019
Keahi Esqueda
August 25, 2019
Grandma Boo,
You are forever in our hearts! I carry your love with me and am thankful for all you have shown me. When I told you I love you', you used to always reply I love you more'...I always had to admit you were right. You had 56 more years than I did in the love department...and boy, am I ever thankful because you taught me how to love too. Looking forward to hugging you and grandpa again one day above. Until then, your joy, support, and pervasive positivity continue on in the lives of those who knew you. Thank you for allowing us to be with you in those last days till the very end. I will always love you' forever and ever.
❤ Your princess Tigerlily
Friend and dancing partner for 32 years
Keahi Esqueda
August 25, 2019
Thankful to share my special day with you Boo ❤
Keahi Esqueda
August 25, 2019
Mark Pearson
August 25, 2019
I'm thankful to have known you Betty. You were a continual inspiration for energy, love, and optimism. Thank you for your kindness and I pray the Father holds you close.
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