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Elizabeth Garcia Obituary

Elizabeth Garcia, 21, of Hartford, died unexpectedly on Monday (December 2, 2002). Among her survivors is her beloved daughter, Jayleah-Faith Hunt; her loving mother and step father, Betsy and Lawrence Betterino of Kensington; and her loving father and step mother, Salvador and Elba Garcia of Hartford. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, 8:30 a.m., at Erickson-Hansen Funeral Home, 411 S. Main St., New Britain, with a Mass of Christian Burial, 9:30 a.m., at St. Mary Church. Burial will be in St. Mary Cemetery. Calling hours are TODAY, 5-8 p.m., at the funeral home. Please share a memory of Elizabeth in the guest book at www.ericksonhansen.com.

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Published by Hartford Courant on Dec. 4, 2002.

Memories and Condolences
for Elizabeth Garcia

45 Entries

angela davis

February 20, 2005

Dear Liz,

You will always be in my heart- words cannot express how much I miss you. I will hold on to our memories growing up together and remember all the fun times we had as children as well as young adults.Myself,Fern, and Melissa miss you dearly. Till we meet again, your cousin Angie

John Rawls

January 3, 2003

To all of elizabeths family may god be with you and you have my deepest sympathies.

JAYDALYNN RIVERA

January 2, 2003

WE WILL NEVER FORGET ABOUT YOU GIRL. THESE HOLIDAYS ARE TOUGH WITH OUT YOU. MUCH LOVE TO YOUR FAMILY AND YOUR BABY GIRL.

Sonia Flores

December 17, 2002

I'll miss you Elizabeth, but our High School memories will always stay with me. Lots of Love to your dad and daugther.

Heather Kwasnick

December 17, 2002

Dearest Betsy & Larry,

I have just heard the news of Elizabeth and my deepest sympathies go out to you both, her daughter and to the family.

I met Elizabeth about ten yrs. ago through my father and I remember hanging out with her and playing games in her room. She was a beautiful girl back then and I am sure she blossomed into a beautiful young woman.

I will never forget her, her laughter or her smile.

May GOD help you overcome through this loss and bless you and the rest of the family.

MADELIN GONZALEZ

December 11, 2002

To my cousin. Our family is not that close but when we are needed we are there. Last time I saw you it was long ago. But I remember it like it was yesterday. My cousin who had grown up to be such a pretty woman. You will be missed regardless of the situation. My blessings go to you as you look down on your beautiful daughter and family. My tears have been for the questions that i would like to be answered. Your mother is a strong woman and I have faith that she will continue to do so for the rest of the family members.

god bless you and your family

Lourdes Carrasco

December 11, 2002

Liz is among the best things in life" She was a very good person in life.May god be with Jayleah and the Garcia family. Liz would soon be an angel to look over her the ones she loved.

tamia

December 10, 2002

I JUST WANT TO SAY THAT I REALLY DONT KNOW ELIZABETH BUT I USE TO SEE HER EVERY DAY BEFORE I WENT TO WORK STANDING AT THE BUS STOP WITH HER DAUGHTER SHE WOULD ALLWAYS SAY HELLO HOW ARE YOU DOING WITH A BEAUTIFUL SMILE ITS CRAZY HOW YOU CAN SEE SOMEONE ALMOST EVERY DAY AND THE NEXT DAY THERE GONE I JUST WANT ELIZABETHS FAMILY TO KNOW THAT GOD IS WATCHING OVER YOU DONT WORRY HE IS GOING TO BE RIGHT BY YOUR SIDE THROUGH ALL OF THIS MAY GOD BLESS YOU ALL WHO WERE CLOSE TO HER

AND TO YOU ELIZABETH KEEP SMILING

Emily Wallace

December 9, 2002

I met Elizabeth in the 9th grade. We had all the same classes together. I can't believe she's gone so soon. She was such a beautiful person and her beautiful green eyes are what stands out to me when I think of her. My deepest sympathy goes out to Elizabeth's family and her daughter Jayleah. You will truly be missed.

Kiki

December 9, 2002

I did not personally know Elizabeth. I did however talk with her briefly at a part time job I have. I rembered her because of the pretty little girl she was with whom she called Jay. I also rembered her green eyes. It's so sad to see such a beautiful young mother leave this way. I can relate to what your feeling. I lost my cousin to violence. Hold on to the wonderful memories of Elizabeth. God will see you through this.

Spread love........Kiki

veronica Rodriguez

December 6, 2002

To Elizabeth's family:

Hi, I met Liz in about 8th grade and also her cousin Melissa. We all had gym together.After a few years we lost contact,but then she came to Bulkeley. I was the first familiar face she saw, after that we sat in lunch together everyday. Then she used to come to my job everyday to shop with her daughter. I miss you girl. I wanted to be there for your wake, but I was to scared, so I sat home and prayed to God for your family and beautiful daughter. You will be missed.

Cristina

December 6, 2002

I'm sorry to hear of the loss of such a young, beautiful girl. That was to young of a age to pass away especially leaving a young daughter behind. My prayers and deepest sympathy go out to her family, close friends, and her daughter. May God Bless Her and watch over her.

NICOLE RUDOLEWICZ

December 6, 2002

I WAS DEEPLY SADDEND TO HEAR OF ELIZABETHS PASSING>I WENT TO SCHOOL WITH HER COUSIN MELISSA AND I REMEBER WHEN WE WERE KIDS GROWING UP THAT SHE WOULD ALWAYS BE AT MELISSA'S HOUSE AND WE WOULD HANG FROM THE BIG TREE IN HER FRONT YARD. MY PRAYERS GO OUT YOUR FAMILY AND ELIZABETH'S DAUGHTER. I CAN ONLY DESCRIBE ELIZABETH AS ONE OF THE NICEST, BRIGHTES, GIRLS I KNEW.JUST KEEP IN MIND THAT NOW LIZ IS YOUR GUARDIAN ANGEL> THAT SHE WILL BE MISSED> BUT NEVER FORGOTTEN

Carnetta Reed

December 5, 2002

sorry to hear about your lost, especially at such a young age as 21, i am not to much older i can't even imagine, god bless the whole family and her beloved daughter Jayleah. May God help u all through this hard time. I will say a prayer for you guys. My deepest condolences..

Hortensia Rosado

December 5, 2002

Lo siento. La Fe nos da esperanza.

MELANIE RIVERA

December 5, 2002

ALTHOUGH I MET LIZ ONCE HER IMAGE HAS ALWAYS STAYED WITH ME. THE PRETTY GIRL MY SISTER SARAH GONZALEZ HUNG OUT WITH SOMETIMES WTH THE WARMEST SMILE AND THE PRETTY LITTLE GIRL. I MET LIZ AT A GET TOGETHER AT MY MOMS HOUSE THE DAY BEFORE I CAME BACK TO FLORIDA. SHE WS SO FULL OF LIFE AND NICE AS CAN BE. I KNOW FOR A FACT THAT SHE WILL BE DEEPLY MISSED AS I FELT A SADNESS TAKE OVER ME WHEN I HEARD THE NEWS. TO HE FAMILY I SAY BE STRONG AND JUST REMEMBER HER AS THE HAPPY AND STRONG PERSON SHE WAS. MY MOST HEARTFELT SYMPATHY GOES OUT TO ALL WHO KNEW HER AND WERE TOUCHED BY HER.

LIZ YOU WILL SURELY BE MISSED.MAY YOU REST IN PEACE.

MELANIE,SARAH, NATALIA, JERMAINE,AN LUCY.

Barbara

December 5, 2002

To the family of Elizabeth Garcia, Even though we don't know each other, you have my deepest sympathy. Please have faith in God and watch over her daughter.

Maera Baez

December 5, 2002

To Elizabeth's Family & Friends

I did not know Elizabeth but I do know of the pain, anger, and great sense of loss you all are feeling. I to lost my brother in a very tragic way and I understand

what you all are going through. It saddens me to see such a beautiful young mother leave this earth the way she did. Please always keep in mind that she has gone to a better place where no one can ever hurt her again and where she can watch over all of you and her baby girl. She will always be with all of you. God needed another Angel and he asked for a perfect one. May god bless you all and my prayers are with you.

Jenn Yaskolka

December 4, 2002

Fernando i am so sorry for the loss of your sister,,that is horrible..My deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family..

Daren & Shawntay Moses

December 4, 2002

To the parents of Elizabeth Garcia:

Our prayers go out to you and your family there are no words to take away your pain but know that your daughter is with God and he will take care of her. Daren and I did not know your daughter personally but from what we have heard she is and was a beautiful young lady. Sal be strong for your granddaughter this is the time she will need you the most. We will keep all of you in our prayers.

Daren & Shawntay Moses

Co-Workers

Esmeralda Rosado

December 4, 2002

To Liz's Family:

Even though I did not know Liz personally, while my mom and I, used to sit in front of my mom's steps in the summer time we used to see her everyday with her daughter Jayleah walk down Flatbush Avenue and always smile with us. My heart goes out to Liz's family. May she rest in peace. She is in a better place right now. May God bless your family, especially your daughter Jayleah.

Tracy Mitchell

December 4, 2002

Betsy, my deepest condolences goes out to you and your family.

God Bless

Daphne Lewis

December 4, 2002

Elizabeth was one of our nicest students. She was always in my office saying, "Miss, I need a letter stating that I'm in school." :)

Just remember all the good times.

Lizzie, we'll miss you, but your memories are always.

Daphne Lewis

Registrar

Connecticut Training Center, Inc.

Gloria Baker

December 4, 2002

Every morning as we entered the daycare, Liz's face would greet us, giving my son a big hug and kiss. She would say " Jayleah and Isaiah are going to hook-up when they get older". I'll be late some mornings just because we would talking about "things" nothing particular, just conversation. Liz will be truly missed, she was so warm-hearted and kind. May the Lord bless your families and Keep you all in the best of spirits, mentially as well as physically , during this time of sadness.

Betty Ramirez

December 4, 2002

The staff and students at Connecticut Training Center, Inc. will always remember U "Liz".. The smiles the laughs and the humor will always remain in our hearts as we remembered u.. We Luv U Miss U and always remember U....@-->---

Jannelle and DJ

December 4, 2002

My heart goes out to her family, especially her daughter Jayleah. Liz was a beautiful and special person, that always greeted me with her beautiful smile whenever I would pick my daughter up from her class. DJ speaks highly of all her teachers including "Miss Liz". Miss Liz I am happy that you are in a better place but sorry that it happened in such a tragic way. Love and best wishes to her family from DJ and Jannelle. :)

Lisa G

December 4, 2002

Rest In Peace. You will be kept in my prayers as well as your baby girl and your family.

Nicole Peterson-Johnson

December 4, 2002

To the family,

May the Lord give you the strength to cope with this sudden loss. I personally did not know Elizabeth but we went to the same high school together. Knowing that such a beautiful young woman was taken away so soon my heart goes out to you and her child.

!GOD has given us another angel!

My deepest condolences & May GOD bless Jayleah.

Madeline Velez

December 4, 2002

Liz:

Last Time I seened you we barely spoke. Seems like everytime I ran into you, we were always in a rush. Now I wont ever run into you again and it brakes my heart. You drift away from your highshool friends. But I never imagined my girl "LIZ". would drift away forever.

With all the love in the world,

Rest In Peace Liz

Madeline & Fam.

cynthia krieger

December 4, 2002

I take my daughter, Shayna to the daycare that Liz worked at. She was the first person I would see everyday when I came in. She always had a bright smile & always called me Hon. She took it upon her self to start doing Shayna's hair. Because Shayna's hair is just like hers. She kept asking me to come over on the weekends. Because we were both single parents, and both alone. I will always regret not taking her up on her invitation. I feel that I missed out on a great opportunity to get to know a wonderful person. But, from the first time I met her, I knew she was special. I cannot begin to say how sorrowful I am for your loss. But also a loss of what could have been. The world is a little colder and emptier without her presence. I still expect to see her smiling face when I walk into the daycare. Actually, now that I think of it. I always will see her standing there, smiling & welcoming me & my daughter.

Melina Lopez

December 4, 2002

May God Bless and strengthen the family. HE is all we can count on. I met Elizabeth through Melissa and I know how close they were. She was a beautiful girl who will be missed dearly. GOD will work things out...PHIL 4:13

Luz Collazo

December 4, 2002

Liz worked at the day care my son attended. My son was not in her class but we saw and spoke with her everyday. She was a beutiful and warmhearted young lady and as happy as can be everyday. The kids loved her and she was always willing to help or give encouraging words. My thoughts and prayers go out to her immediate family and her extended family at the day care. They all loved her at work and miss her dearly. I hope God gives everyone the courage and strength to go forward but to understand we will never forget her.

EVELINN VELAZQUEZ

December 4, 2002

May your soul rest in peace you are now in a better place. I personally did not know you however, I feel like I did. May God help your family through these trying times.

Virginia Smith

December 4, 2002

Betsy, I extend my deepest sympathy to you and your family on the untimely loss of your daughter.

Tamika Morris

December 4, 2002

Dear Elizabeth;

We were best friends when we were young and growing up. I missed out on seeing you become a bright and beautiful young woman, but I'm sure those who did get to meet you will remember you for what I knew you to be. I'm sure your family will fill Jayleah in on your wonderful life and how you were loved by everyone you met. My only regret in our friendship is that I didn't stay in touch and now your gone, but the memories I do have our wonderful and I will cherish them forever. I want to thank-you for becoming my best friend you will stay in my heart forever. I will always think of you and love you until time ends. Good-Bye for now. Rest in Peace. Tamika

Cristina Raney

December 4, 2002

Elizabeth was a great person and im sure a wonderful mother. We lost touch a few years ago. I grew up with Elizabeth from kindergarden to highschool and she will be misssed very much my heart goes out to her family and especally her daughter.

Emma Casillas

December 4, 2002

I met Liz when her dad Salvador use to drive the 5:00 o'clock "A" bus. She was a very sweet and friendly girl. Although we had just met, she would talk and joke around like if we had known each other for a long time. "Liz you will be missed but your smile will always be with all the people whos heart you touched. My heart and prayers go out to her family.

Sincerely,

Emma

Lynne Gola

December 4, 2002

I am so sorry for your loss. I can't pretend to know what you are feeling and going through. Elizabeth is so beautiful and young to be taken from you,but god only knows why she was. Betsy I work indirectly with you and see you everyday when I go to the break room and I am so sorry for your loss and my prayers are with you.

VELMA JACKSON

December 4, 2002

I can't began to say or understand how you feel my blessing are with you through this sad time.I do not know your daughter it just that I wanted to let you know that some people do care even if I'm not a loved one but a love one from god. may god bless you always.

Mary Mace

December 4, 2002

I was in School with her.For CNA. She was always hard working and fun to hang out with. I will miss her her and the words od wisedom she gave to me.

maurice lewis lewis

December 4, 2002

you're gone in a better place. You didn't deserve to die this way. You are back in the arms of your God. You will be sorely missed by your family, friends and your daughter.Rest on and take your rest.

Alvin Douglas

December 4, 2002

From the Brothers & Sisters Of ATU Local 425 you have our deepest sympathy.

Al-Douglas

DIANA REYES

December 3, 2002

PARA SALVADOR Y ELBA CON AMOR ME UNO A USTEDES EN SU DOLOR NO OLVIDEN QUE FUE UNA NIÑA MUY LINDA Y BUENA TENGAN MUCHA FE EN DIOS Y SOBRE TODO MUCHA PACIENCIA DIOS NO LOS DEJARA EN SU DOLOR.

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