Betty Jo George
March 2, 1936 ~ June 3, 2010
Services:
A funeral service will be held on Monday June 7, 2010 at 11:00 AM. at Lexington Park Baptist Church, LexingtonPark, MD with Pastor Mark Garrett officating. Interment will follow in the Charles Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Leonardtown, MD.
Visitation:
The family will receive friends on Monday, June 7, 2010 from 10:00AM-11:00AM at Lexington Park Baptist Church in Lexington Park, MD.
Betty Jo George (Smith) 74, of Lexington Park, MD died on June 3, 2010 at St. Mary’s Hospital, Leonardtown, MD. Born March 2, 1936 in Morehead, KY, she was the daughter of the late Joe Smith and Thelma B. Smith (Ingraham). She was the loving wife of Jerry Dan George, to whom she was married to for 53 years. Betty Jo is survived by her sisters Barbra Tucker and Carolyn Bender, her children; Danny George (Debbie George), Roxanne George (Terri Wood), Michael George, Sr. (Rebecca Russell) and Lisa Kavaky (David Kavaky) as well as, her grandchildren; Michael Ryan, Michael George, Jr., Nicole George, Daniel George, Kenton Kavaky, Ashley Kavaky, Ryan Katz, and her two great-grandchildren; Josh Platt, and Alyssa Ryan. She was preceded in death by her siblings Lenna Johnson and Joe Benny Smith and her granddaughter Elizabeth George. Betty Jo loved going to the bluegrass festivals and she was a member of the Red Hats Society. She enjoyed going to church dinners and loved playing cards. She was active in the church functions. Betty worked as a clerk for Patuxent River Naval Air Station and was an active member of the National Active and Retired Federal Employee Association (NARFE). Betty Jo loved her family and friends. The family will receive friends on Monday, June 7, 2010 from 10:00-11:00AM at Lexington Park Baptist Church in Lexington Park, MD. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M with Pastor Mark Garrett officiating. Interment will follow in the Charles Memorial Gardens, Leonardtown, MD. Contributions can be made to Lexington Park Volunteer Rescue Squad P.O. Box 339 Lexington Park, MD 20653, Hospice of St. Mary’s P.O. Box 625 Leonardtown, MD 20650 and\ or The Red Hats Society 431 S. Acacia Ave Fullerton, CA 92831.
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“So sorry to hear about Betty’s passing. You will all be in my thoughts and prayers in the days, weeks and months to come. Betty will surely be remembered with many fond memories. She was a gem!”
“Jerry, Danny, Roxanne, Mike, Lisa, David, and all the grandkids, I am so very sorry for your loss. Betty was an awesome person and I feel very blessed for having known her. She helped me through many a difficult time over the years and at times was like a second mother to me. I have many happy memories involving her and all of you and I will treasure them always. I can’t help but think that there is one heck of a party going on in heaven today as her and all of the “old ladies from accounting” are reunited. I am sure my mom was right there to welcome her with open arms. I wish I could be there to support you all but know that I love you all and you are all in my thoughts and prayers. “
“To the George family~ Please accept our heartfelt sympathy from the staff at Loffler Senior Activity Center, where Betty brightened our world, every Tuesday. Whether she was sharing a joke, a funny email or simply an observation, her spirit and laughter made every day with Betty a better day for all of us. May the loving memories you share bring you comfort through this difficult time. “
“Jerry and family: We are so sorry for your loss. Betty was a wonderful lady and will be sorely missed. Remember all the good times and lean on each other. Our prayers are with all of you.”
“Grandma, you were an amazing person, Mother, Grandmother and great Friend. Your smiling face will be truly missed. Thank you for always being there for me. I love you and will miss you very much.”
“We were blessed by Betty’s presence and she was an inspiration to both of us. We enjoyed her quick wit and ready smile. We will miss her; our condolences to the family and friends.”
“To the George Family: We always enjoyed visiting with Betty at the Bluegrass/Country Jam Sessions. She will surely be missed. She will be in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.”
“My thoughts and Prayers are with the George Family. “
“My deepest sympathy to Betty’s family. I will miss our yearly birthday dinners between Betty, Judy and I. My best memory will be Betty’s enjoyment of our funny cards that we would get for each other. God be with you all.”
“To the George family…my thoughts and prayers go out to all of you. Betty was always around to help those in need. She was a wonderful lady. As the days and weeks pass, know that you have your family and friends to lean on..You are not alone…Love to all “
“We were so surprised to hear about Betty. She was a strong and couragous women.”
“So sorry to hear of Betty’s passing. I enjoyed working with her as part of NARFE. My thoughts and prayers are with you. “
“To the Georges: I’m so sorry to hear about your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Betty has always been one of my favorites! I will cherish my memories of her and my mom together. I pray now for your comfort during this difficult time. “
“I have so many fond memories of Betty that I couldn’t narrow them down if I tried. She was a part of my childhood, a part of my family and will always be a part of my heart. She always made me smile and she was so easy to love. I will miss her terribly, though not have as much as her loving family will. I am so grateful that my mom had Betty after Daddy died and that I had Betty after Mom died. Please know that if you ever need anything I am here. She was a great lady in every sense of the word. God Bless and I will have you all in my prayers.”
“Roxanne, I’m so sorry for your loss. My condolences are with you and your family.”
“Sorry to hear that Betty has passed. Take care, love you all.”
“Jerry and family – Bryan and I are so sorry for your loss. Betty was a fun loving woman. Grandmother and her had many great times. We will be praying for all of you.”
“Sorry for your loss, my prayers and thoughts are with the family.”
“Mike & Family: We are so sorry for your loss. Please know your friends and co-workers at Northrop Grumman in St. Augustine have you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.”
“Roxanne…my thoughts are with you. Heaven just got another angel.”
“”So sorry to hear about Betty’s passing. You will be in my thoughts and prayers. Betty will surely be remembered with many fond memories. She was a sweet lady!” “
“My prayers are with you. Sorry to hear about Betty’s passing. I worked with her for many years in accounting. She was one of the old ladies group as I am. I enjoyed her company. She will be missed by all.”
“You all have my deepest sympathy. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.”
“Danny and Debbie, I was so sorry to hear about Ms. Betty. She is in good hands as she joins my mother and others in their eternal clubs.”
“My thoughts and prayers are with the entire family during this time of sorrow. May God hold her in his arms, she is at peace now. “
“To the George family, we are sorry to hear your mom has passed away, she will be missed by many and was a good lady, your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.”
“Please accept our condolences. Betty was one of a kind. Words are hard to come by but please know we remember her with great fondness.”
“Mike, Our condolences to you and all your family on the loss of your mom. I could tell by the note left here that she was a well loved person. We will remember her in our prayers.”
“Condolence and prayer’s to the family. “
“To the George Family: I will keep all in my thoughts and prayers. I remember your Mom so full of life and love. May you find strenght in the love she gave. God Bless All!”
“Jerry & family-I was so saddened to hear of Betty’s passing.She was a fantastic person and I’m so glad she was my friend. Please know you’ll all be in my prayers at this difficult time.”
“Danny, Debbie and your extended families – Dub and I are very sorry to hear of the passing of your Mother. May the love of your family and friends bring you comfort now and in the coming days ahead. God’s Blessings to each of you, with my sincerest condolences. “
“Jerry and family. So sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you and you family”
“Roxanne, I am so sorry for your loss and your family’s loss. Betty was a very strong Christian and we know where she is now. I was able to talk to her about her faith during your many touch and go medical situations. She truly had and has a relationship with Jesus and is back home with Him. I ask that God comforts you and your family. Love you.”
“Roxanne, You have our deepest sympathy in the passing of your beloved mother. You are always in our thoughts and prayers. “
” I can remember many times when I use to play music and she and Dot Flanary use to always come and listen to me play. I always remember seeing her at the Loffler center and The Northern center at Charlotte Hall As long as she cold make it with her walker. “
“To the extended George family, I knew Betty as a co-worker and also friend. It was always a pleasure working with her, seeing her around town and also meeting her at Loffler. You all will be in my prayers and in my heart. Betty will be missed very much!”
“Jerry and Family: We are truly sorry to hear about Betty’s passing. She was such a joy to be with. Always joking and bringing joy to everyone she was around. It’s a pleasure to have been a friend all these years. Out hearts and prayers go out to all of the family on this sad occasion. Dick and Jackie Solomon”
“Danny, Debbie, & Daniel, May you take refuge in God’s comforting arms, and as you do, rembember many are praying that your heart’s will be soothed and your spirits restored. For Big Danny’s family & their Love of the open waters I share comforting words of Thomas Kinkade… Many waters I have sailed throughout the voyage of life. Over waters tranquil free of pain and strife. Sometimes tossed in raging storms, though never left alone, there was a light that beckoned me toward the shore of home. Always is the distance, this beacon light I could see. Giving me direction as I sailed upon life’s sea. My journey is completed now, the tide is drfting in, my vessel moves on gentle waves…Eternity Begins. Love You Guys.”
“Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.”
“Roxanne: I am deeply sorry for your loss. Your mom was a wonderful lady and will be missed by so many. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this diffucult time.”
“To the George Family. I am so sorry for your loss. Betty was a wonderful person. I was blessed to have worked with her. My prayers are with you all.”
“To the George Family, So sorry for your loss, Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family during this time of sorrow. She will be truly missed. God Bless you all. “
“To all the wonderful people who has written to me and my family and my brother and sisters and nephew and niece thank you all so very much. My mother loved each an everyone of you and enjoyed the times she had with all whom she has met. Please enjoy her smiles and the great times that all of you had with her thats how she would want it to be. Danny”
“To the George Family – We were so sorry to hear of Betty’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.”
“Danny: I’m so sorry to hear about your Mother. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.”
“Danny and Debbie, Mike and Becky, Nicole and Michael and the rest of the George Family: I am so sorry for your loss. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. “
“To the George family – I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.”
“To the George family. Please accept our heartfelt symphathy from the family. Remember all the good time we had. Our prayers are with you. “
“Roxanne and Family, I am so sorry to hear about your mom’s passing. My prayers and thought go out to you and your family. Just remember she is sitting up in heaven with my mom watching over us. God Bless and I am here if you need me.”
“Mike, Danny and family: I am very sorry to hear about your mom. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.”
“We were so sorry to hear that Betty passed away. Please know that she touched a lot of people and they will remember her with a smile. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.”
“To the George Family, God Bless all of you!!!! So Sorry to hear about your Mom, Grandmom, Wife and Friend. Be strong and My thoughts and prayers are with you.”
“My heartfelt sympathies go to the Family. Her sense of humor was unique and I never saw her without a smile on her face!”
“So very sorry to hear of your sweet Mother’s passing. She was such a wonderful, sweet, kind and funny woman. I know you will miss her. You are all in my prayers.”
“Roxanne and family: We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.”
“My deepest sympathy to the Betty George family. Betty was always such an upbeat person. I have been out of town and just noticed Betty’s obituary. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Ann Grubber “
“To the George Family: Betty was a wonderful person who will be missed by so many people. I didn’t realize that I had more than one woman in my life that was just as wonderful and loving as my own mom. Betty has God’s heart and was one of those woman who was always there for anyone unconditionally. She loved God and she loved her family and friends. “
“Sorry to hear of Betty’s passing. She was one terrific lady. I worked with her at the Navy Exchange and will always remember all the help and advice she gave me. Debbie and Jose Mejia”
“To the George Family — Betty was a sweet lady. I always enjoyed the time I spent with her at family get-togethers. She always had kind words, a smile, and tasty dish to share. My prayers are with all of you.”