Elizabeth Kasson

Elizabeth Kasson

Elizabeth Kasson Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Apr. 8 to Apr. 9, 2009.
Elizabeth "Betty" Kasson, 86, widow of Foster B. "Pappy" Kasson, formerly of Main Street, Ulster, Pa., passed away Tuesday, April 7, 2009, at the Skilled Nursing Unit of Memorial Hospital, North Towanda Township, Pa.

"Betty," as she was known by her family and friends, was born in East Smithfield, Pa., on June 23, 1922, the daughter of the late John Driesbaugh and Catherine Hushelpeck Driesbaugh.

On May 11, 1940, she married Foster B. Kasson.

In early years, Betty was employed by the Blue Swan in Sayre, Pa. She was later employed by Vaughn's Flower Shop in Towanda and by Rockwell's Florist in Ulster, for many years.

Betty was a member of the Ulster United Methodist Church and enjoyed singing in the church choir. She was a member of the Board of Directors of the Ulster Recreation Center.

Surviving are her daughters and sons-in-law: Shirley and Dennis Kissel of Ulster, Nancy and William Coolbaugh of Ulster RR 2. Her life revolved around her love for her grandchildren and great-grandchildren: grandchildren Virginia Knecht and her fiancé, Mike Freeland of Towanda, Cynthia McCauley and her husband, John, of Sayre. William Coolbaugh and his wife, Sharon, of Bentley Creek, and Michelle Buck and her husband, William, of Sayre; and 10 great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her sisters, Hannah King of Ulster, and Verna Johnson and her husband, Richard Johnson, of Ulster; her brother, Robert Driesbaugh and his wife, Ruth Driesbaugh, of Ulster RR 2; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Foster B. Kasson, on June 21, 1995; a grandson, Dennis F. Kissel; and brothers John and Donald Driesbaugh.

The funeral and committal service will be held at noon Friday, April 10, at the Bowen-Farr Funeral Home, 6 Gordon Farr St., Ulster, with the Rev. Sandy Brant, pastor of the Ulster United Methodist Church, officiating. Interment will be in the Ulster Cemetery, Ulster.

The family will receive friends from 11 a.m. to noon Friday at the funeral home.

The family suggests that memorial contributions be directed to the Ulster United Methodist Church Building Fund, P.O. Box 345 Ulster, PA 18850, in Elizabeth "Betty" Kasson's memory.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Sign Elizabeth Kasson's Guest Book

Not sure what to say?

1 Entry

Tina Driesbaugh

April 9, 2009

I only met Betty a few times but Gary told so many stories of Foster and Betty. They were always linked like that in his stories. With God's grace they are again.

Showing 1 - 1 of 1 results

Make a Donation
in Elizabeth Kasson's name

How to support Elizabeth's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor Elizabeth Kasson's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more

Sign Elizabeth Kasson's Guest Book

Not sure what to say?