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Elizabeth “Betty” Sawyer, 94

November 26, 2016

Elizabeth “Betty” Sawyer, 94, of Brethren Village passed away peacefully in her sleep on Saturday, November 26, 2016. Born in Sanford, FL she was the daughter of Madison and Stella (Mettler) Wade. She had two brothers, Madison and John, both deceased. She was the loving wife of Philip O. Sawyer, now deceased.

After graduating high school, Betty worked as a business receptionist in Knoxville, TN. She was a homemaker and enjoyed many hobbies. Her interests included travel, gardening, sewing, knitting, bird watching and numerous handicrafts. She also had a special fondness for Mexican art and made numerous trips to Mexico when she lived in Texas for a few years.

She is survived by her children: daughter, Linda Zuccarello, wife of Albert of West Chester, PA; son, Howard P. Henson of New York, New York, son, Keith O. Sawyer of Boiling Springs Lake, NC and daughter, Irene Earl of Middletown, OH. Also surviving are three grandchildren: Michelle Simon wife of Jim of Lancaster, Ashley Hickman wife of Wesley of Leland, NC, and Jake Earl; three great-grandchildren, Katherine and Lindsey Simon and Will Hickman.
A private memorial service will be held at the home of Michelle Simon on Dec. 10th. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Brethren Village Benevolence Fund, 3001 Lititz Pike, Lancaster, PA 17606 or to Aseracare Hospice, 280 Granite Run Dr, Suite 180, Lancaster, PA 17601.

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Condolences to the Family

December 07, 2016

Betty, you were responsible for making Linda possible to me, and our world …. which then made Michelle and Jim (the son I never had), thus Katy & Lindsey possible. My life has been so enriched because of you. Go easy, knowing you were loved and appreciated.  Al  

December 06, 2016

Mom, we miss you and we are so blessed to have had you in our life. We loved your southern drawl which you never lost even after your many moves to different states. You displayed strength during stressful times and taught me to take change in stride. You were interested in so many handicraftts which you often gifted to others. Your hands were never idlle! You had a real gift for gardening and loved growing flowers, and you made the earth beautiful for others to enjoy. Much love, Linda

December 06, 2016

?~~we❤️our”GIGI”❤️~~?
?A SWEETSouthernLADY?~~~ everyone was BLESSED? to have her ALL these years.
(Misch–>PRAYERS/wishes for YOUR  “comfort&PEACE” as you say your “good-byes” to your”GIGI”.
Norma&Art Castellucci

December 06, 2016

Miss you with all my ❤️, Gigi. Rest in peace, sweet girl.
Love, Mich
 

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