August 16, 1941 – August 20, 2019
Betty is survived by her husband, Robert Sauerbrey, her daughter Debra Brown (Sherry), Step-daughter Lori Constantine (Stuart); Step-son Robert Sauerbrey, Jr. (Ashley); sisters, Peggy Thomas (Phil), Lois Pierson (Darrell), Doris Adams (Tom), Sarah Perkins (Brent); her brother Albert Smith (Cindy); sister-in-law Linda Smith; nine grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her father and mother (Harold and Blanche Smith), brothers Pete and Robert Smith and sister-in-law Nancy Falcone.
As a single parent, Betty was a proud graduate from Cornell University and received her Master’s from Hofstra University. Betty and her daughter resided in Long Island, New York where she taught for 28 years in the Massapequa School District.
Betty was fortunate enough to meet the love of her life, Robert, whom she married May 13, 2005. Shortly thereafter, they moved to the St. James community in Southport, North Carolina where they have fully enjoyed their retirement with the good fortune of many friends.
In the St. James community Betty was an active participant in the Artisan’s Club, an avid golfer, participated in several social groups, and volunteered at the library.
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