Mary Elizabeth "Betty" Escobosa

Mary "Betty" Escobosa Obituary Cherishing a Life Well Lived
It is with profound sadness and gentle remembrance that we announce the passing of Mary Elizabeth Escobosa (also known as Betty) was a beloved family member, cherished friend, and respected member of the Teaching Profession]. She was born as an identical twin with her Sister Helen Brooks, who loved her very much. Betty departed this world peacefully on July 25, 2025, surrounded by her sister Helen, Brother-In-Law Ray and other loved ones, leaving behind a legacy of kindness, laughter, and unwavering strength.
Early Life and Family
Betty was born on June 27,1940 in Los Angeles, California to Bertha & Joseph Escobosa who instilled in her the values of compassion, diligence, and curiosity. Growing up alongside her twin sister Helen Brooks and her brother Jose Antonio Escobosa, Betty enjoyed a childhood filled with adventure, learning, and family traditions.
Education and Personal Growth
Eager for knowledge, Betty excelled at Immaculate Heart High School for girls dedicated to intellectual, vitality, and spiritual learning. After graduation Betty decided to become a Nun and dedicated herself to extolling the virtues of prayer to her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Before Betty took her final vows to become a Nun, she left the convent and went into teaching. She particularly enjoyed teaching third grade students. Unfortunately, Betty was tragically thrown from a car and broke her back, resulting in her becoming paraplegic. This unfortunate episode did not deter her from wanting to continue her education where she went to Fullerton State College, where she pursued studies in Education and History having graduated with two master's Degrees.
Career and Personal Life
Betty's professional journey was being a teacher and counselor marking the start of an accomplished career in the Teaching Profession. She quickly earned a reputation for excellence, reliability, and unwavering ethical standards. Over the years, Betty touched countless lives through mentorship, leadership, and a genuine desire to make a difference.
Beyond her career, Betty treasured the company of family and friends. Although she never married, she developed dozens of personal friendships as well as being known as Auntie Betty to dozens of nieces and nephews. In addition, she was a dog lover, who raised several dogs in her home with the most current one being a golden retriever named Lucy.
Legacy and Remembrance
Mary (Betty) Escobosa leaves behind a tapestry of memories woven with love, humor, and resilience. She taught us that kindness is a legacy greater than gold, and that the measure of a life is found in the hearts touched along the way. Family, friends, colleagues, and all whose lives intersected with Betty now mourn the loss of a remarkable soul. She is survived by her sister Helen, her brother Jose Antonio, her brother-in-law Ray Brooks, her nieces Suzanne Lewis, Elizabeth Ortiz, Donna Greek, and her nephew James Danner III, as well as numerous great nieces and nephews, who will continue to honor her memory by living with the same compassion, courage, and grace that defined Betty's days.
Memorial Service for Family and Friends
The memorial service will be on Saturday August 23, 2025, at Ferrara Colonial Mortuary at 351 N. Hewes Street, Orange, CA, with doors opening at 11:30 a.m. and services starting at 12 noon. Betty as a cancer survivor has requested donations be made to the American Cancer Society in Mary Elizabeth Escobosa's honor. Following this service, you are invited to attend the gravesite service at 1:45 p.m. at the Holy Sepulcher Cemetery gravesite located at 7845 E. Santiago Canyon Road, Orange, CA 92869. After the gravesite service, everyone can enjoy Betty's Celebration of Life Banquet at The Villa located at 510 E. Katella Avenue, Orange, CA 92867 beginning at 3:45 p.m. Here we will have an opportunity to enjoy a buffet meal, listen to music, and watch a video of Betty's life. We would appreciate your providing us with an RSVP that you can attend through the Mortuary website so we know who will be attending this event.
Acknowledgments
The family extends heartfelt gratitude to all who have supported them during this time of loss. Your condolences, memories, and acts of kindness have provided comfort. May we each carry forward the light of Betty's Escobosa's life-spreading warmth, and hope wherever we go. Though Betty is no longer with us in body, her spirit lives on in every story shared, every life uplifted, and every act of love.
Let us remember Mary Elizabeth Escobosa not with tears alone, but with gratitude for a life beautifully lived.
Services
Visitation
Saturday
August 23, 2025
11:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Ferrara Colonial Mortuary
351 N. Hewes Street
Orange, CA 92869
Funeral Service
Saturday
August 23, 2025
12:30 PM
Ferrara Colonial Mortuary
351 N. Hewes Street
Orange, CA 92869
Graveside Services
Saturday
August 23, 2025
1:45 PM
Holy Sepulcher Cemetery
7845 Santiago Canyon Rd.,
Orange, CA 92869
Celebration of Life and Reception
Saturday
August 23, 2025
3:45 PM
The Villa by Villa
510 E. Katella Ave
Orange, CA 92867