Betty Smith

Betty Smith obituary, Wilkes-Barre, PA

Betty Smith

Betty Smith Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by E. Blake Collins Funeral Home - Wilkes-Barre on Feb. 3, 2026.
Elizabeth J. (Betty) Smith, 70, of Wilkes-Barre passed away on Thursday, January 29, 2026 at her home. She was born in Wilkes-Barre a daughter of the late Elmer and Ann Fairchild Smith.

Betty was a 1973 graduate of Meyers High School and worked as a waitress for many years at the Hart Restaurant, Boscov's and Haystacks. She had a lifetime love of red Fords and house rabbits.

Surviving are her daughter Amber Williams and her husband Speed, Wilkes-Barre Township; grandchildren Luke and Roselle; sisters Roberta Trimble and husband Ronald, Rebecca Shaffer and husband Eric; brother David Smith and wife Kimberly.

Private funeral services will be held.

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Austin Rowe

February 19, 2026

Betty was very sweet and wonderful, we shared a passion for muscle cars for she could talk about for hours. May you rest in peace.
Austin Rowe class of 73

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E. Blake Collins Funeral Home - Wilkes-Barre

159 George Avenue, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18705

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