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for BETTY FORTINO
July 18, 2011
I've none Betty's family for many years and to hear the loss of another family member was heartbreaking. My thoughts and prayers are with this wonderful family today and always. Bonnie Valuet
Donna Adamczyk
June 28, 2011
My deepest sympathy to the family.
Betty and Rudy were such good friends
and neighbors, as our children grew up
in Waterford.She was a very special
person.My prayers are with you all
Sincerely,
Donna Adamczyk
Don & Mary Lucarelli
June 24, 2011
We were sad to hear about Betty, our prayers and and thoughts are with you at a time like this
Stu & Carol Hency
June 22, 2011
Enjoyed knowing her and working with her in the elections. She was always upbeat and knowledgeable about the rules of election. Was always involved in the best for our township! We will surely miss her and wish her family our prayers as they deal with her passing!
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Mark & Debra Burr
June 21, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Fortino and Felice family. We're saddened by your loss. "Aunt Betty's" smile and personality were contagious and we're sure that will be dearly missed by all whom knew her. Our warmest regards and sympathies to the entire family. As long time Felice employees, "Aunt Betty" and the entire family always made us feel part of a very large and wonderful family. We'll pray that you can take comfort in knowing that she did make a difference in the lives of many.
June 21, 2011
What a loss! Wonderful, fun lady. Her giggle was the best. Was completly dedicated to her family and her County. Was a great supporter and Oakland County Park Commisioner, amongst other things. We will miss her!!
Muriel and Eric Reickel
Joy & John Duff
June 21, 2011
Dear Theresa and Family,
We are so very sadden to hear of the loss of your Mother. Betty was an amazing woman, a great role model for all young people in our community. She made us proud to be from Waterford. She will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Barbara Moshier-Brown
June 20, 2011
Teresa, Charlie, and Tom,
Sad to here about your beautiful mom. I will always remember her. if I haden't seen her in a year or so she always knew who I was. my prayers are with each of you.
friends forever. Barb Moshier-Brown
"love that picture"
Mary Rice
June 20, 2011
I met Betty while working at the Waterford Library. I also had the honor of working for her during election time for over a decade. She was always very warm and friendly toward me. My sympathies go out to her family and friends.
CHERYL WILSON
June 20, 2011
Teresa
Helen Warren
June 20, 2011
Betty and her family are included in the founding-fathers in Waterford, Pontiac and Oakland County. She has been a devoted servant of the public in her business activity as well as in her public positions. She will be sorely missed.
John, Debbie, Sara and Zachary Barrett
June 20, 2011
Charley, Teresa and Tom,
All of us are saddened to hear of your loss. The way in which your mother touched me personally throughout my life will never be forgotten and always cherished. She was always a pleasure to be around and she will be greatly missed.
Bryan Uselding
June 20, 2011
My thoughts and prayers go out to Tom and the rest of the Fortino family. I had only met Betty once during Tom's wedding but from the stories Tom had shared I know that she was a special lady.
Doug & Jan Baldwin
June 20, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Margaret Kuhn
June 20, 2011
Dear family,
I am saddened to learn of the loss of your beloved Mother. May God walk with you and comfort you as only He can in the days ahead.
Gina Wells
June 20, 2011
To the family and friends of Betty Fortino. This obituary is a wonderful tribute to a woman whose presence on this earth was felt by every person she met. Betty's smile and positive outlook was a blessing and I am thankful to have met and shared conversations with such a proud woman. A woman proud of her family and the love she shared with many. She will be sadly missed and I share with you all in mourning her passing.
Jan Gullen (Hosang)
June 20, 2011
To the Fortino family: I worked as the Accountant for Waterford for 11 years, hiring in at the same time Betty took office as the clerk. Those 11 years were like non other in my career. Betty was more of a mother than a boss and, while you might not like what she had to say, she was always caring in what she delivered. When I studied voice she couldn't believe I could sing so she took me into the stairwell and insisted I demonstrate. The whole building heard my debut for Betty. My favorite cake was chocolate and she made one for me every year. I traded cars too often she said, so she made a deal that she would give me a dollar if I could keep one for two years....I got a dollar from her - one anyway. I feel the loss and I haven't seen her in a while so I can't imagine what all of you must be going through. My heart goes out to you all.
Brooke Meier
June 20, 2011
My thoughts are with you during this tough time. During my two years covering Waterford Township for the Spinal Column, Betty was my favorite source. I loved walking into township hall and chatting with her about township news, and life. She was a fantastic human being and will be greatly missed by those she served through her fierce dedication to the people of Waterford, and by those who had the pleasure of working with her.
Charlene Cervantes
June 20, 2011
Teresa, Charlie and Tommy and families. I'm so very sorry to hear of your mothers passing. She was a wonderful women with a beautiful smile and amazing talent. Very strong well spoken women who I admired very much. I pray that just with your father you hold the memories you have of her very close to your heart where they both will forever live. Both I'm sure are very proud of the adults that you have become. I will keep all of you with your families in my thoughts and prayers and may God be with you..... Charlene Cervantes and family
Heather Krupic
June 20, 2011
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends. Betty will be missed!
Doris Brady
June 20, 2011
Dear Fortino family: I would like to let you know that Betty had a positive influence on me although I never met her. When I was a younger woman, I would see her campaign signs in my home town of Waterford and thought how neat it was that a woman was running for office and later was in office. It made me believe that women had a place in politics. Thank you for your influence Betty.
Deedee Bruttell Fitzgerald
June 20, 2011
Teresa, Charlie and Tom - I am saddened to read of the loss of your mom. My memories of her are many but my favorite place to find her was in your family kitchen creating something wonderful from the garden. She was a cornerstone of so many positive things in Waterford. My heart goes out to all of you. May she rest in peace.
Sandy Stasiuk Malear
June 19, 2011
To the Fortino and Felice families: Wes and I are sorry to hear of your loss. We have so many fond memories of "Aunt Betty" from our years working at Felice's. Her dedication and legendary service to the citizens of Waterford will never be matched. We hope the treasured memories you have will give you peace and strength in the coming days...
Molly Brennan
June 19, 2011
Teresa and family. I am so sorry for your loss. Your mom was a true treasure of a person in every way. She had a heart that had no bounds, a love of life that was contagious, and she made a positive difference to everyone she touched. I have so many fond childhood memories of your mom. The world is a poorer place today and heaven a richer place. My prayers are with you.
Michael Levitt
June 19, 2011
My prayers and condolences to the entire Felice and Fortino families
JIm Gottschalk
June 19, 2011
Tommy, Charlie and Theresa,
I'm sorry to hear about your loss. I'll always have great memories of your mom. She was truly a great lady.
Liz Lesnau
June 19, 2011
Dear Teresa and Charlie and family,
I cannot tell you how deeply sorry I am of your mom's passing. I loved her so much, she was there for me when my sister died unexpectedly and on a good note she was there for me when I became Catholic and married in the Catholic Church. She and I had many good talks about things that either brought tears or laughter, but above all our conversations many times were of our faith. That comforts me to know she is at peace and with the Lord and she will watch over all of you. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Love, Liz
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