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1957
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2024
Elizabeth Keating Obituary
Betsy was born December 4, 1957 in Flushing, New York as the youngest of four sisters. She graduated from Molloy Univeristy and led a long and meaningful career as a nurse, helping patients in both New York and Virginia.
Betsy's love was felt by the many friends and family she made over her life. Whether it was $2 beers in New York with her childhood friends, "The Crocodiles". To evening happy hours with neighbors at her home in Reston, Virginia. She enjoyed hosting all kinds of parties and celebrations over the years, never failing to entertain and create memories with those she loved.
Betsy was best known for being a kind, endearing, compassionate and strong mother, wife, and friend.
Service September 25 at 11 a.m. at Floris United Methodist Church, 13600 Frying Pan Rd., Herndon, VA 20171. In lieu of flowers: SHE BELIEVES IN ME
https://shebelievesinme.org/donate/
Or the Jeff and Betsy Hamlin Scholarship Endowment in Political Science, Fund #25469. Send to JMU Foundation Inc, Foundation Hall, MSC 8501 1031 Harrison St., Harrisonburg, VA 22807.
For more information regarding her service please contact Floris United Methodist Church at www.florisumc.org
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Cathy Thompson
September 23, 2024
Betsy was a neighbor and friend. Always ready with a smile or a joke. Always beautiful inside and out. Such a graceful and lovely person who will be greatly missed.
Laura Diaz (Austin´s mom)
September 17, 2024
Dear, Kind, Beautiful Betsy...though we didn´t know each other for our whole lives, and we didn´t have the pleasure of going to school together or working beside one another, I am so very thankful for what we do share together and how we are connected forever on this earth and beyond!
Both from Long Island, same sense of humor, and both absolutely adore our Laura, Jake and Austin with the whole of our hearts!
Will always remember your unwavering kindness to Austin as well as my Brandon & Chelsi! You and Jeff both took every opportunity to welcome & celebrate our achievements as though they were as special and important to your family.
I pray that you know that I cherish our sweet bond and I treasure carrying out my role that you have entrusted in me, to continue loving and supporting our children (with ALL of our love combined- you, Jeff & I) in all they do for all the days I´m blessed to be with them.
Rest peacefully now, my dear friend, until we meet again. Will love & will miss you!
XO Laura
Jennifer Kirchmeyer
September 17, 2024
Betsy was so full of life during her time here on Earth, as she was always going for the gusto to have fun and providing us many laughs and memories.
She was always very generous with her time and in particular caring for others who also had breast cancer.
We all were blessed to have Betsy in our lives and she will be remembered as one loving, humorous and caring lady. She will be dearly missed!
Julie Rick
September 14, 2024
I Loved Betsy and will always treasure my memories of the times we shared together.
Allie
September 14, 2024
I remember when she would help out at FMW swim an would do a great job at the cork of clorse I want to wish condolences to the family and I´m so sorry for your loss
Richard Bjornaas
September 14, 2024
One of the classiest person one could ever meet. Privileged to know her and oh my gosh she had a smile that could light up a room. Will miss her dearly.
David Transom
September 14, 2024
One of the nicest beautiful woman in the Class of 76. Warmest smile. RIP. You are the next toast at Harry's Bar...
Bobby
September 14, 2024
Betsy was the sweetest person I know. Simply put, she was Beautiful inside and out. RIP
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