Elizabeth Louise Bozes
September 18, 1935 ~ January 11, 2014
Services:
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, January 21, 2014 at 10:00 AM in Immaculate Heart of Mary Lexington Park, MD with Father Marco Schad officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery.
Visitation:
The family will receive friends on Monday, January 20, 2014 from 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM with prayers recited at 7:00 PM in Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church Lexington Park, MD.
Elizabeth Louise “BettyLou” Heard Bozes, 78, of Great Mills, MD died peacefully January 11, 2014 at Medstar St. Mary’s Hospital after a brief stay. Born September 18, 1935 in St. Mary’s County, she was the daughter of the late Joseph Matthew Heard and Agnes Pearl Norris Heard. She attended St. Mary’s Academy in Leonardtown, and St. Mary’s Seminary Junior College (now St. Mary’s College of Maryland) in St. Mary’s City. She is survived by many cousins, god children, and dear friends, who will cherish her memory. She was preceded in death by her husband of over 40 years, William J. “Bill” Bozes, in 1999 and her special friend William “Billy” Simpson in 2012. Betty Lou had a long career with C & P Telephone Co. , while also helping urn several restaurants and bars with her husband, Bill. She was a member of the C & P Pioneers Club and a parishioner at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church. She enjoyed cooking, traveling, and visiting and could be found in her garden in both good weather and bad. Betty Lou was a good wife, daughter, cousin, friend, and neighbor. She will be greatly missed.
Friends and family will gather to remember Betty Lou on Monday, January 20, 2014 from 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM with prayers recited at 7:00 PM in Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church Lexington Park, MD. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, January 21, 2014 at 10:00 AM in Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church Lexington Park, MD with Father Marco Schad officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. A reception will follow in the church fellowship hall immediately after graveside services. In Lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society 1041 North Building A. Gambrills, MD 21054, and/or Hospice of St. Mary’s P.O. Box 625 Leonardtown, MD 20650.
Arrangements provided by the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home Leonardtown, MD.
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“You couldn’t say C&P, Bell Atlantic or Verizon without thinking of Betty Lou. She was a lady and truly wonderful person. She will be missed.”
“We’ve lost a great dear friend”
“I was saddened and actually shocked to hear of Betty’s passing. She was such a kind hearted lady who made a difference in the life of my father. She will be missed and may she rest in peace.”
“I’m sorry to hear of Betty Lou’s death though she had been very ill lately. She always had a smile and great hello for everyone. Will miss her at the Pioneer meetings and when she would call to talk. God Bless.”
“We always enjoyed seeing and chatting with Betty Lou at MVFD with Billy. Our prayers are with your family.”
“We were sad to hear of Betty’s passing. We know she has been going through a lot lately. She is at rest now and has joined her family and Billy. She will be greatly missed. “
“We are so saddened to hear of the passing of Betty Lou. She was always a lady. Betty will missed.”
“I was sadden to hear of Mrs. Bozes passing. I often helped my son work on her yard and she would always come out and chat with me. I will really miss seeing her and chatting with her. RIP my Lady. My prayers are for the family.”
“I’m so sorry to hear about Betty Lou. Thoughts and prayers to her family and friends. I know she will be missed. “
“We were so sorry to hear of her passing…she will be greatly missed..”
“I was stunned to receive the news of Betty’s passing. I had arranged to visit with her this week. Betty and I had so many plans to share family photos, go to lunch, and visit cousins. She was a beautiful, intelligent, sweet and thoughtful person. She was quite independent and often reminded me of our Aunt Victoria (Norris). She never wanted to bother anyone and would rarely ask for assistance. She faced her illness bravely and never complained. I have lost a very dear cousin and friend. My daughter, Vickie, adored her. She will be deeply missed.”
“Fly with the angels Betty Lou… you are without a doubt one of the kindest, sweetest woman I’ve ever had the honor of knowing in my life! “
“My prayers go out to the family.”
“I’m sorry to hear about Betty Lou’s passing. My prayers are with her family and friends.”
“Betty Lou was a great lady. Her parents and mine were best friends. She will be missed, but know her parents will be happy to welcome her into heaven. Rest in peace my friend. God bless all the family.”
“We were sad to hear of Betty’s passing. She was such a kind and sweet lady. We always enjoyed visiting with her, and our kids always looked forward to seeing “Miss Betty”. She also did a lot for my father. We will miss, but we know that she is now in a better place without suffering.”
“Betty Lou was a wonderful person and my mother’s best friend. I’m so glad that my mom and her got to spend some time together recently.”
“Betty Lou, I was shocked to hear that you had passed away. We had some good times as we grew up and they will be remembered. Rest in peace, Cousin.”