Elizabeth “Betty” Verwers, 96, formally of Clifton, NJ, passed away on, Saturday, May 16, 2020, in a private care facility, located in Whiting, NJ surrounded by the care of dedicated healthcare professionals.
Betty was born in Haldon, NJ on January 1, 1924 and later moved to Clifton, NJ where she resided for the majority of her adult life with her late husband, John H. Verwers. She worked as a telephone operator for AT&T for over 25 years before retiring in 1988. She is survived by her only son, John E. Verwers, 72, of Whiting, NJ; three grandchildren, Robert Verwers, 49, of Milwaukie, WI, Julia Caldwell, 39, of Hopewell, NJ, and Jonathan Verwers, 28, of Stroudsburg, PA; and two great grandchildren, Cheyenne and Cole Verwers. She was loved and adored by many extended family members and friends. Betty was a special lady who will always be remembered for her positive outlook on life, gracious manner, compassionate soul, and the ability to always bring a ray of sunshine to anyone around her.
Services will be private.