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Worcester - Elizabeth Ann (Murphy) Pastore, 85 years, died peacefully surrounded by her family at the University of Massachusetts Medical Center on Friday, February 16, 2018. Betty was a lifelong resident of Worcester. She was the daughter of the late M. Joseph Murphy and Margaret V. (Sullivan) Murphy. A graduate of Classical High School and the Salters Secretarial School, Betty worked for the Mutual Trust Insurance Company.
Betty has been a devoted, loving, hardworking wife, mother and grandmother for 63 years. Betty's greatest joy was time spent with her family, especially helping to care for and enjoy her grandchildren on 'Gramma and Grampa days'; as well as beaming with pride at countless ballgames and dance recitals. Betty was an accomplished singer, performing with the Worcester Chorus, Shauris Chorale and at various churches. She performed locally at Mechanics Hall as well as in New York City's Carnegie Hall, in Mexico and across Europe. She loved to play the piano and accordion, able to play requests by ear without sheet music, bringing joy and song to family gatherings. Blessed with a sharp mind, Betty excelled at trivia, quiz shows and the daily crossword. Betty gave many years of volunteer service to Gates Lane School with the PTO, as a reading aide and especially working alongside her dear friend Jeanne Cariglia; both forever celebrated by author and former student Jarrett Krosoczka in the children's book series Lunch Lady. A devout Catholic, she was a longtime parishioner of Our Lady of the Angels Parish. Betty's faith brought her great comfort and joy throughout her life.
Betty is survived by her husband Matteo J., her three children; Elizabeth Cruz and her husband Andy of Worcester, Joseph and his wife Kathleen of Charlton, James and his wife Rita of North Attleboro, her eight beloved and cherished grandchildren; Melissa and Ryan Cruz; Matthew, Kevin and Kyle Pastore; Meagan, Emily and Michael Pastore; and many nieces and nephews. Betty was predeceased by her sister Rita Doyle and brother James Murphy.
Family and friends are invited to honor, remember and celebrate her life at the Callahan, Fay & Caswell Funeral Home, 61 Myrtle Street Worcester on Friday, February 23, 2018 from 10:00 AM until 11:30 AM, followed by a funeral Mass in Our Lady of the Angels Church, 1222 Main St. Worcester at 12:00 PM. The burial will be held privately.
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Jane Pastore
February 13, 2020
Prayers for Aunt Betty...as ever...
Carmine (Sonny) D'Angelo
February 27, 2018
Matteo, My condolences to you and your family on the loss of your wife.
John Mulry
February 24, 2018
My condolence to the Pastore family. I spent many years at Gates Lane School with Betty. I will remember all the fun times with Betty and Jean during lunch.
George Kelly
February 22, 2018
Our deepest sympathy on the loss of Betty. She always made the Kellys feel like Pastores She will be deeply missed by us. Thank you for sharing your wonderful wife, mother and grandmother with us.
George, Linda, Jonathan, Angela, Colleen and Lauren
February 20, 2018
Mrs K Pastore and family,
You taught me at grove street school in 1987. I just wanted to say thank you, and that I am so sorry that you lost your mother n law.
Jarrett Krosoczka
February 20, 2018
All of the kids at Gates Lane adored Betty, including me. I'm sorry that I won't be able to share my condolences in person, but please accept my deepest sympathy at this time. May the memories she gave this world bring a smile to your face!
Marcia Quitadamo
February 20, 2018
So sorry for your loss--she was a wonderful person.
nancy pastore
February 20, 2018
May the loving memories of your lives together sustain you and bring you warmth and peace. I remember when she married my uncle. She said--"Don't call me 'Aunt Betty' call me",'Betty'."
The Cariglia's
February 20, 2018
To the Pastore Family, I am so sorry to hear about Betty's passing. She was a great friend to my mother. We enjoyed our summer bus trips with her. So many great memories. Your in our thoughts and prayers.
Judy and Tom Renihan
February 19, 2018
To Joe and Family
Please accept our sincere condolences.
Judy and Tom Renihan
I'll never forget her beautiful solo of the National Anthemn she sang at my father's funeral at Our Lady of the Angels......Tom
Michael Doyle
February 19, 2018
My Aunt Betty, Godmother, Friend, will be making smiles and laughter in heaven and be missed here on earth. We talked about distance that separated us. We talked often and both wished how we could live closer together. We traded stories and enjoyed reminiscing. We even talked of recipes i.e. forgotten cookies. Butter ball ham, I would correct her and ask are you sure it is not Butterball turkeys. I looked it up and of course she was right.
I will always remember her laughter smile and sense of humor.
GOD BLESS !
Jane Pastore
February 19, 2018
A very favorite aunt and friend...we shared so much more than music...always..always a very happy lady...she will be missed. Very much..
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