Elizabeth Spalding "Betty Jo" Abell

Elizabeth Spalding Abell, treasured mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away on Tuesday, June 13, 2023, at the age of 94. Betty Jo, as she was known, was a woman fiercely devoted to her family and guided by her faith. Known for her lively discussions, applesauce raisin cake, and “Grandma cookies,” no family gathering will have quite the same flavor without her. She could be found having coffee with her sisters, around a big table eating crabs with her family, or playing countless hours of card games, giving everyone memories of her that will always bring a smile. She leaves a legacy of showing love and care to family and friends. The light in her eyes when her smile was directed just at you, her tight hugs that always made you feel special, and the one-on-one moments she shared with each person will always remind us that we can show each person their value. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband Spencer, parents F. Xavier and Elizabeth Spalding, brothers James, Francis, Samuel, Joseph, and George, sisters Helen and Mary Jean. She is survived by her sisters Katherine Spalding and Susan Miedzinski, children Cathy (Blair) Gallihugh, Alex (Sara) Abell, and Janet (Eddie) Sarbacher, as well as seven grandchildren, nine great grandchildren. The family will receive friends on Friday, June 23, 2023 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM in St. John Francis Regis Catholic Church located at 43972 St. John’s Rd, Hollywood MD 20636. Where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 12 :00PM with Father Ryan Braam officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. Serving as pallbearers will be Allison Abell, Danny Abell, Andrew Abell, Cory Gallihugh, Eli Mackey and David Sarbacher. Donations can be made to the Dementia Society of America, P.O. Box 600, Doylestown, PA 18901.