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Betsy graduated from Molloy College, where she studied Education and made lifelong friends. She paid her way through college waiting tables at Lauraine Murphy's, a job she loved for the energy, camaraderie, and chance to care for people in small, meaningful ways. After college she taught kindergarten, first grade, and second grade, nurturing young learners with patience, creativity, and her signature warmth. Later Betsy chose to dedicate herself fully to raising her own children and to caring for many of the children of extended family and friends. Her generosity was boundless; she lived her life in service of others, always ready with support, encouragement, and an open door. On and off the Creek Club tennis courts, Betsy was the steady force behind so many of the people she loved-a constant presence whose kindness shaped countless lives.
Betsy will be remembered for her extraordinary capacity to give, her unwavering loyalty, and her deep belief in the power of showing up for others. Her legacy lives on in those she nurtured, supported, and fiercely loved.
Betsy is survived by James and by their three children-Suzanne (Murphy) Dumas, Kathryn (Murphy) Rose, and Paul Murphy, - as well as her son-in-law Steve Dumas and her cherished grandchildren: Quinn Dumas, Brendan Rose, Lauryn Rose, and Natalie Rose, each of whom brought her immense joy.
Betsy was preceded in death by her son-in-law Bryan Rose, as well as by her four brothers Dick Lee, Paul Lee, Steve Lee and Fred Lee, and her parents Kathryn (Schick) Lee and Joseph Lee.
A Funeral Mass will be held Saturday November 22, 2025, at the Chapel of St. Dominic R.C.C. at 9:30 a.m.
In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to Betsy's favorite cause in her name at
https://www.operationsmile.org/
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