Name: Visitation for BETSY A. GUNZELMANN
Start: 2018-02-20T15:00:00.000Z
End: 2018-02-20T16:00:00.000Z
Location: Keefe Funeral Home - Arlington

GUNZELMANN, Betsy A. Of Hampton, NH, formerly of Arlington. Passed peacefully on February 14, 2018. Devoted and proud mother of Matthew Gunzelmann of Melrose. Beloved daughter of the late Edward and Mary (Keefe) Gunzelmann. Dear sister of Edward "Joe" Gunzelmann, Jr. and his wife Margaret of Hampton, NH, and Susan Reynolds of NH and FL. Betsy is also survived by her four nephews, many loving friends, and colleagues. Former Professor at Southern New Hampshire University, Psychology Dept. She was also an Academic Publisher. She received her bachelor's degree and two master's degrees from Salem State University, and her Ed.D. from Boston University. A Visitation will be held on Tuesday in the Keefe Funeral Homes, 5 Chestnut Street in Arlington, from 10-11am. A Prayer Service will immediately follow in the funeral home at 11am. Burial will conclude in Mt. Pleasant Cemetery, Arlington. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Betsy's memory to The Pappas Center for Neuro-Oncology, c/o Development Office, MGH, 125 Nashua St., Suite 540, Boston, MA 02124. Betsy's family would like to acknowledge Dr. Leslie Fang, Dr. Isabel Arrillaga-Romany, Dr. Kevin Oh, and their teams for their care and support. For directions or to send a condolence please visit www.keefefuneralhome.com

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Published by Boston Globe from Feb. 16 to Feb. 17, 2018.

Memories and Condolences
for BETSY GUNZELMANN

13 Entries

Betsy adopted her dog Cindy Lou from Save A Dog. We were saddened to hear of her passing.

Shirley Moore

January 26, 2019

Betsy & Matt hosts party at her home with Mary Pat & Rose

Tom Clarie

March 18, 2018

Betsy, Matt, Mary Pat & Tom at Wentworth on New Year's

Tom Clarie

March 18, 2018

March 17, 2018

Betsy Gunzelmann had the wisdom of a mother, the insight of a teacher, the creative capacity of a research scholar, and the compassion of a true friend. Her presence was a power to reckon with whether in the Department of Psychology or the realm of life. Her insight into human motivation brought her to embrace the universe of others in caring fashion. Her heartfelt concern for teaching in our schools today drove the uncanny publication of seven books in as many years by an eminent publisher in the field. She was ahead of her time in illuminating questionable memes of American education. Beyond the standards of excellence Betsy attained professionally, her personal legacy will remain forever with family, colleagues and students. A conversation with Betsy left each of us something to think about, something to do to make life better. She was as serious as she was spontaneous. From a playful interest in Curious George to a lifelong passion for yard sales, Betsy personified that life is meant to be fun as well as purposeful. Betsy inspired us all to live well and to help others do so, too.

Karen Erickson

"Beach Girls" with Betsy in center Aug. 2014

Tom Clarie

February 19, 2018

Tom Clarie

February 19, 2018

Betsy and chum Cindy Loo meditate over dessert, tea, and honey

February 19, 2018

Kathy and John stay near Betsy and Matt for the week

February 19, 2018

Dr. Gunzelmann's college vacation has rough dividends down south

February 19, 2018

Betsy at Harvard Co-op Book Signing in 2008

Tom Clarie

February 18, 2018

Betsy and Matt with their dogs at Rye on the Rocks cottage

Tom Clarie

February 18, 2018

Betsy and Matt at high school play

Tom Clarie

February 18, 2018

Betsy at Harvard Co-op Signing 2008

Tom Clarie

February 18, 2018

Adventurer -- If you got into Betsy's car, you could end up anywhere. She craved Boston, museums, ice cream and lobster rolls. She loved Wentworth by the Sea. Professional Driver -- Betsy loved to drive, especially on winding roads. At Christmastime, she, her boy, and a friend or two would go out to find the best Christmas displays, track a new-found deer, or listen to the crunch of snow under the tires. Sometimes she forgot to watch the road. Proud Professor -- Betsy thrived in her job. When she walked on campus, students would run up to discuss the exciting things they were learning through her. In summer, she and Matt would host her entire university department at her Hampton home with a cookout and beach time. Dedicated Writer -- Betsy thought deeply a great deal. Rowman & Littlefield, a major international book publisher, took a liking to her work. They published many books together. Devoted Dog Owner -- Betsy loved dogs, especially cute ones with lots of personality. If her vet advised medication for her sick dog and it failed, she had no fear of cutting the pill in half or doubling it. Whatever health choices she made, her dogs lived long lives. Treasured Friend -- Betsy was a master in loving and caring for friends. Friend sick? She would drive or fly long distances to help. Fence falling down? Betsy would shove in stones to prop up the fence. Depressed? Betsy with her can-do attitude brought that friend back with sound advice and action. Loving Mother -- Betsy used her friends, dogs, car and cleverly-decorated house to inspire her boy with excitement and creativity. When he went off to college, Betsy gasped, then bounced back with boundless pride in his accomplishments. Like his mom, Matt's greatest accomplishment was his huge array of loyal, fun-loving friends. And, did any mother ever love a son more than Betsy did? That was not possible.

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