Died December 21, 2020 at the age of 94. She was predeceased by her sister, Jean Wittman.
Sorely missed by her children, Barb (Dan) Rossiter, Mary (Pete) Mahler, James Biddle and Dan (Cher Nisbet) Biddle. Also grandchildren: Dan Dangler, Dan, AJ, John and Tom Rossiter, Casey Blackburn, Kelly and Kevin Mahler, and Jessica and Brittany Biddle. She had many great grandchildren, and four very special nieces in Buffalo, Joan Clemente, Ellen Giblin, Carrie Dellamore, and Janet Carrow.
Betty was born in 1926 in Rochester to James Garfield Verrinder and Carrie Niles. Carrie died when Betty was three and Jean was five years old. The girls were cared for by relatives, then lived in an orphanage until years later, when her father remarried. Despite her rocky childhood, Betty succeeded as a mother and as a nurse.
A lifelong caregiver, Betty received her nursing training at St. Mary’s Hospital School of Nursing. She worked at several hospitals throughout her career, and most recently, at Rochester Psychiatric Center (where she was charge nurse on a medical ward) and Lakeshore Nursing Home, before retiring.
Betty enjoyed taking her children on adventures, whether a day trip or camping. She accepted the neighborhood kids as her own and they were usually included in the fun. There were always dogs and cats in the family.
She loved children, her critters, and her cabin in the woods, in Springwater, NY. Betty will be remembered for her independence, strength, youthfulness and enough funny stories to last a lifetime.
At Betty’s request there will be no formal service.
The family would like to invite family and friends to an outdoor celebration of life this summer to remember her and share stories (details pending).
Donations in her memory can be made to Lollipop Farm.
Our deepest condolences in the loss of your Mom, Grandmother and great grandmother !! Our prayers are with all the family
I have fond memories of your Mom Barb!
Thank you for your kind words, Sue and Gil, ❤️
We will miss Aunt Betty so much. She was always good to her nieces, inviting us to stay at her home, taking us camping, or just hanging out together. We always had a great time and lots of laughs when we visited her. Rest In Peace, Aunt Betty – love you!❤️
She loved you girls so much, and loved having you stay with us and join the many adventures!
To Barb, Mary, Jim, and Dan,
Thinking of each of you upon reading of your mother’s passing, with fond memories of the neighborhood we grew up with. Let all the memories of her that you recall and share with family and friends bring you comfort and a smile each day forward. Warmly, Mike Couch and Family
Hello to Mike and family,
Thank you so much for remembering Mom and all of us with your kind words. ❤️ The neighborhood was really something, wasn’t it? Mom was in her glory in those days.
Barb
To Barb, Mary, Jim and Dan, My condolences on the loss of your Mom. I remember her as a very kind and caring lady. Bill Caskey, an Iron Worker (who has since passed on), lived near her in Springwater, and would tell me how nice she was.
Hello, Gary!
Thank you for your kind words. She loved you Swanson kids!
Bill Caskey lived next door to her, up the hill. I met him- Mom adored his dog and she was fond of Bill.
❤️
Barb
My condolences to the entire family. I remember Mrs. Biddle fondly. As a child,she was like a second mother to me always making children feel welcome in her home. I have fond memories of her driving us to gymnastics and swim classes, being so kind and generous, and loving animals. She was a true caregiver and I honor her for that. Rest in peace Mrs. Biddle.
Thank you for your memories, Thea. She was the neighborhood mom, for sure. It made her happy to have you and the other kids around.
❤️
Barb
Mary, I am saddened to find out of your mothers passing. Though I had only recently met her earlier this year when her and my mother were at St. Ann’s, I knew she was a special lady. I know how much you loved her and took such special care of her. God Bless, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Thank you Karen. Was glad to see you at St. Ann’s. Hope your family is well. Mom had a good summer and passed fairly quick. We miss her but she is no longer suffering.
Stay well! Miss you!
Betty you are so sweet… may you rest in peace …