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1936
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2025
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Betty Anderson Obituary
Born on July 28, 1936, in Bradford, PA, Betty was a 1954 graduate of Bradford Area High School. She dedicated over 60 years to the restaurant industry as a well-known waitress and hostess. Affectionately called "Betty Boop" by those who knew her, she worked at Desalve's Truck Stop, Sheraton Inn, Gateway Café, Eat 'n Park, and later as a hostess at Buck's Pizza until her retirement in 2021.
Betty had a deep love for people and enjoyed engaging with her coworkers and customers and nearly everyone she met. She found joy in traveling, playing cards and games, and spending time with her grandchildren. A long-time member of the Sandy Club, she also pursued writing and authored a book during her lifetime.
She is survived by her sons, Roger (Renee) Coleman of Minot, ND; Thomas (Jill) Dragoone of Canton, GA; James (Lynda) Dragoone of DuBois; and Lenny Anderson Jr. of DuBois; two sisters, Vivian Russell of Olean, NY, and Sandra Eaton of Frewsburg, NY; six grandchildren: Roger (MaryBeth) Coleman of Minot, ND; Nicole Coleman (significant other, Adam) of League City, TX, Thomas and William Dragoone of Canton, GA; Josh Dragoone (fiancée Shey) of Ramey, PA; and Kaitlin Anderson of DuBois; one great-granddaughter, Kate Coleman of Minot, ND; as well as many nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Phillip and Laura (Lacavera) Persichini; two sons, Leonard Eugene Anderson and Frank Phillip Dragoone; three brothers, Eugene, Gerald, and Phillip Persichini; and one sister, Gloria Owens.
Betty's warmth and dedication to those around her will be fondly remembered by all who had the pleasure of knowing her.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, April 8, 2025 from 4-7:30 p.m. at the Baronick Funeral Home and Crematorium Inc.
A private funeral service will be held.
Memorials may be placed with St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude’s Place, Memphis, TN 38105.
Online condolences can be made to www.baronickfuneralhome.com.
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Miles Brothers
April 8, 2025
Betty, you were an angel! You were the best mother and grandmother and friend anyone could ever ask for. This world will NEVER be the same without you. You will be sadly missed.
Mona Blakeslee
April 7, 2025
Betty was absolutely the most kind and giving person at Eat n Park.. I will always remember her keeping a eye on her customers.. As I was a greeter .. We just laught and said Betty knows her customers!! As she was busy all the time .. Everyone loved Betty .,
Brian Miles
April 7, 2025
Betty, you were the most POPULAR mom ever! I´m so deeply saddened by your death. I hope and pray that you gave your life to Jesus. I have so much love and respect for you babe. You will go down as the best mom and grandparent that has ever been!!!!!! Fly high babe
David and Linda Edwards
April 7, 2025
Linda and I are praying for all family and friends of Betty Anderson! Jim and family, may the Lord settle your hearts with peace and comfort, may the fondest of memories flood your minds, and may her influence in your lives touch others!
Shelly Lerch
April 3, 2025
I'd not seen Betty for several years, but remember always trying to get seated in her section when we went to eat at the Gateway. She had the greatest personality ... kind, funny, very likeable. My deepest condolences to her family. Sincerely, Shelly Lerch
Sherry Stellabuto
April 2, 2025
I've known Betty for 49 years. One of my fondest memory of her was waitressing at the Gateway. She went to Hawaii with a group of us in 1978 and she still talked about that trip. Recently I have been a regular visitor to Christ the King and have stopped to talk to Betty a few times. She remembeted the good old days. I will miss her.
Kenney & Debbie Mckee
April 1, 2025
Betty also worked at the lottery booth at the Dubois Mall when I worked at Mr. Pizza. Betty was so fun to work with , she will be sadly missed. Condolences to her family and friends.
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