ALBANY – Elizabeth A. “Betty” Wilson, 89, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 25, 2014. Betty was born in Albany, the daughter of the late William and Marion McCarthy Carr. She lived here all her life. She was a communicant for many years of the Parish of Mater Christi and the former St. Catherine of Siena Church. She enjoyed the movies and keeping up with Hollywood, as well as maintaining her own home.
Betty was predeceased by her husband Charles E. J. Wilson. She is survived by her son and daughter in law Charles E. and Tamara Wilson of Saratoga Springs; her grandchildren David, Brian and Valerie Joy Wilson; and by three great grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held in the Hans Funeral Home, 1088 Western Ave., Albany, Friday evening at 7pm, with Rev. Kenneth J. Doyle presiding. Relatives and friends are invited, and may call at the funeral home Friday from 4-7 pm. Interment will be held privately. The family suggests memorial contributions to The Community Hospice, mailed to: The Community Hospice Foundation, 295 Valley View Blvd., Rensselaer, NY 12144. To leave a message of condolence for the family, send a sympathy card, or obtain directions to the funeral home, please visit www.HansFuneralHome.com.
Diane and John St. John
February 26, 2014 at 5:50 pmOur deepest and heartfelt sympathy to you and your family. Cherish the memories of her and she will live in your hearts forever. Love you all.
Kerry & Annette Pepple
February 26, 2014 at 6:56 pmSo sorry to hear of the loss of you Mother. Keeping you and your family in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. With deepest heartfelt sympathy, Kerry and Annette Pepple
Joan Wilson
February 28, 2014 at 7:51 amDear Chuck and family, I am keeping Betty in my prayers as well as you and your family. She was quite a person in her own right – I know you’ll miss her and that now she is reunited with Chuck!!!! Fondly, Joan
Renee Barnett
February 28, 2014 at 11:15 amOn my behalf of My parents (Sandra & Joe Barnett) and myself. We send our condolences to you and your family. Betty was a like a mother to my mom. She always had a smile on her face when we went to visit. She will be greatly missed.
Renee Barnett
Sandra Barnett
Joe Barnett
Mary Buher Wheeler
March 7, 2014 at 12:24 amChuck and family, so sorry to hear of the loss of your mother, keeping you and your family in my thoughts and prayers. Love Mary