She was born February 5, 1933 in Long Branch, NJ the daughter of William F. and Elizabeth (Clerk) Lawley. She was a 1951 graduate of Aberdeen High School in Aberdeen, NJ. On September 12, 1969 she married the love of her life, W. Hughston Chumley.
Betty was a devoted wife, loving mother and caring grandmother. She was an excellent cook and was always finding new ways to create foods that were healthy and delicious. Animals, especially dogs, held a very special place in her heart. She also enjoyed reading and spending time with her family.
She is survived by her husband, Hughston of Keene; her daughter, Laura A. Reed and her husband Daniel Walker; her son, John G. Reed, Jr and his wife Sally; three grandchildren, William, Kate and David; two great-grandchildren, William and Johnathon and several extended family members. She is predeceased by her first husband and the father of her children, John G. Reed, Sr.
Betty’s family will remember her in a private graveside ceremony in Florida later this year. There will be no calling hours.
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