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Betsy Benson Obituary
Betsy A. Benson
Feb. 17, 1947 - June 8, 2023
LAKE GEORGE - Betsy A. Benson, 76, of Lake George, NY. On February 17, 1947, an angel was born and on June 8, 2023, she earned her wings. Born in Glens Falls, NY, she is the daughter of the late Vincent and Alice (Ireland) Ross and graduated from Lake George Schools.
She retired from GE after thirty years of service. Upon retirement, she worked as a home care aide and cared for her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Betsy was a kind, loving soul. She would take in anyone that needed a hand, whether it was two legged or four legged. Betsy was an animal lover.
She enjoyed going to the Rutland Fair and watching her horse's race on the track. Betsy enjoyed gardening, camping on Lake George, but most of all, loved spending time with her family. She never missed an event that involved her children, grandchildren or great-grandchildren. Betsy was always there to encourage or cheer them on.
In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her son, John "Rusty" Rock II and by her brother, Vinny Ross.
Betsy is survived by her beloved husband of 49 years, Robert A. Benson of Lake George, NY; her children: Ross "Rocky" Rock of Lake George, NY, Robin McLaughlin (Scott) of Glens Falls, NY and Robert Benson of Lake George, NY; daughter-in-law, Lorraine Ward (Frank) of Warrensburg, NY; grandchildren: John Rock III, Sarah Conyers (Darrell), Logan Rock (Jennifer), John Andre IV (Samantha), Sofia Andre and Robert J. Benson, Katie McLaughlin, Maegin Balchin and Scotty McLaughlin; great-grandchildren: Hunter Rock and Bailey Rock; and longtime family friend, TJ Mullen.
The family wishes to thank Homeward Bound, T6 at Glens Falls Hospital, including the nurses, techs and respiratory therapists, Lake George Emergency Squad, Elizabeth Reinhardt at Glens Falls Hospital Palliative Program, Phyllis from High Peaks Hospice and Jennifer, the granddaughter-in-law for the special care she gave.
Family and friends may call from 4:00 to 6:00 PM on Tuesday, June 13, 2023 at Regan Denny Stafford Funeral Home, 53 Quaker Rd., Queensbury, NY.
A funeral service will be held at 10:00 AM on Wednesday, June 14, 2023 at the funeral home. A burial will follow at Pine View Cemetery, Queensbury, NY. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Lake George Emergency Squad in memory of Betsy.
To leave an online condolence for the family, visit www.sbfuneralhome.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Bailey rock
July 10, 2024
My nana was the most powerful woman i have ever met,We would always play cards in the kitchen or eat boatloads of ice cream together.Our trips on the lake george were always fun, even though i always managed to burn my marshmallows to a crisp.Its been more than a year since an angel earned her wings.forever resting in peace with grandpa rusty.fly high
Gail Bentley Gillis
June 24, 2023
Sending my condolences to Bobby and family for the lost of a very beautiful wife/mother and a friend which we lost touch so many years ago. My prayers are with you all
Tom Esford
June 12, 2023
Very sorry about Betsy Bob and family. Prayers for comfort
Jen Blais
June 11, 2023
Betsy, so sad to hear of your passing. You always were the best to me! We had so much fun when we all played cards in your kitchen. Thank you for being so sweet to me with my very first boyfriend experience! Couldn´t have asked for a better first `mom´. Was so happy to reconnect after johns passing. You will be missed sweet angel. xo
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