WarwickMcFarlane, Elizabeth A. "Betty Ann", 65, of West Shore Road, died Monday at Rhode Island Hospital. Born in Providence, a daughter of the late George W. and Marie G. (Clark) McFarlane, she lived in Providence most of her life before moving to Warwick six years ago. Betty Ann was a spinner for the Worcester Textile Company for many years, retiring in 1998. Her most enjoyment in life was her involvement in raising and caring for her many nieces, nephews, and extended family members. She leaves a sister, Carolyn F. Palumbo, and her husband George, both of Warwick; a brother, Robert F. "Bobby" McFarlane, and his wife Barbara, both of Providence; and several nieces, nephews, grand nieces and grand nephews. She was a sister of the late Martin "Buddy" McFarlane, Sheila M. Avarista, Rita L. Olivo, and aunt of the late Daniel J. Avarista.The committal service will be held Friday, at 10:00 am in Saint Ann Cemetery Chapel, Cranston, to which relatives and friends are invited. Donations to the Providence Animal Rescue League, 34 Elbow Street, Providence, RI 02903 in her memory will be appreciated.
