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Elizabeth A. “Betsy” Karl, 70
October 15, 2016
Elizabeth A. “Betsy” Karl, 70, of Lititz, passed away at Luther Acres on Saturday, October 15, 2016, following a courageous battle with cancer. Born in Altoona, she was the daughter of the late Joy C. and Julia M. (Rossi) Campalong. Betsy is survived by her loving husband of 42 years, Dr. David P. Karl; daughter, Kristen E., wife of Tyler W. Szwast of Lititz; sisters, Mary Ann Myhre of Versailles, KY and Deborah Goden of Indian Shores, FL; as well as many beloved nieces and nephews. Her spirit, joy, and love of life will be dearly missed by her family, friends, and those who knew her.
Betsy was a graduate of Seton Hill College and the University of Pittsburgh. Her first employment was through the Department of Defense, teaching at Pacific Middle School in Okinawa, Japan. She later taught at McKeesport Sr. High School, McKeesport, PA; and Ephrata Area School District, Ephrata, PA where she retired as Reading Coordinator. Throughout her career she positively impacted the lives of hundreds of students.
Betsy enjoyed tennis, traveling the world, reading, knitting, playing her baby grand piano and spending time with her family and friends. She served on the Warwick Education Foundation Board and the Lititz Library Board of Directors. Betsy used her love of knitting and her passion for serving others to contribute to the efforts of Global Baby Steps.
A Mass of Christian Burial will take place 11 AM Thursday, October 20, 2016 at St. James Catholic Church, 505 Woodcrest Ave., Lititz, PA 17543 with Rev. James O’Blaney, C.Ss.R., Msgr. Michael A. Becker and Rev. Matthew J. Lenahan. Betsy’s family will receive friends from 6 to 8 PM on Wednesday, October 19, 2016 at the Charles F. Snyder Jr. Funeral Home & Crematory, 3110 Lititz Pike, Lititz, PA 17543. Private interment in Longenecker Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Lititz Public Library, 651 Kissel Hill Road, Lititz, PA 17543, or to Seton Hill University, One Seton Hill Drive, Greensburg, PA 15601.
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October 27, 2016
Dear Dave and Family,
Even though I never met Betsy, I heard enough to know that she was a special lady. I am sure she will be missed. She is happy and settled now- it’s you that I am worried about and hoping that the pain melts quickly into peace and thanksgivimg for her release and your shared years. May you have every blessing that you need along the way. Allow yourself the time to heal with no “Shoulds”, expectations or guilt trips. It will come. Sue Nahalka
October 25, 2016
Dave . . . . We are so sorry. We just found out about this and feel terrible that we weren’t at the service. Please know our thoughts are with you and we pray for healing and peace in your hearts.
John and Lyn Weiss
October 20, 2016
Dave,
I’m so very sorry to learn of Betsy’s passing. Though I didn’t know her well, I know from how you spoke of her that she was a remarkable woman who will be dearly missed by friends and family. My thoughts and prayers are with you and Kristen at this difficult time. You are blessed to have had such a wonderful companion for 42 years. Cherish your memories and know that the best of you and Betsy lives on in Kristen.
Sandy Strunk
October 20, 2016
Dave – I was so sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you!
October 20, 2016
Dear Dave and Kristen, Sincere sympathy to you in the passing of your wife and mother. I was a college officer with Betsy at Seton Hill and have wonderful memories of time with her while she was at Pitt and McKeesport. Though our life path separated us geographically, she remains a friend to be admired, emulated and appreciated. I was hoping that we would reconnect and catch up at our 50th college reunion in 2018.
I ask God’s blessing on you and your family as you deal with this loss and hope that over time your memories will sustain you. Betsy represents the best in all of us.
Marjorie Eckman
ME50@aol.com
October 19, 2016
Our deepest condolences. We have Many happy memories and good laughs during your trips to Florida. Our love to David, Kristen, Mary Ann and Debbie. Much love and many prayers, Joe and Peggy Campalong
October 19, 2016
Dear Mary Ann
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your sister. She apears to have led a good life and influenced many during her lifetime. I know what it is like to loose a sibling and my heart goes out to you.
Our thoughts and prayers to you and her family,
Patt and Bob Gunkler
October 18, 2016
Our deepest Condolensces:
Loss of a family member is like loss of a limb. Time may heal the anquish of the wound, but the loss cannot be repaired.
If you need anything, we are here.
Love & Hugs to you both –
Wayne “PopPop” Rickerd & Aunt Carla Rickerd
The loss of a friend is like that of a limb; time may heal the anguish of the wound, but the loss cannot be repaired. Robert Southey
October 17, 2016
Dear David,
I am unable to personally convey my condolences. Whenever our duties as District Reading Coordinators brought us together to plan events Betsy always shared ideas and concerns that put children first. She was truly a “Master Teacher”. To me there is no greater complement.
Sorry for your loss. With Heartfelt Sympathy, Rose Stetler
October 17, 2016
In this sorrowful time I want to express my heartfelt sympathy. Betsy will be terribly missed but we have so many happy memories of our time together with her.
She is now an angel in heaven watching over all of us. May she Rest In Peace!
Alice Ann Bova
October 17, 2016
Dear Dave, Kristen, and family, Please accept our most sincere condolences on Betsy’s passing. Since her diagnosis, she has been a model of strength, hope, and courage. Throughout her life she was an excellent teacher to all with whom she came in contact. She was also an example of not only how to live life but also how to leave it — fighting with every fiber of her being while still flashing her beautiful smile and bright eyes. She will be missed by all she met and we thank you for sharing Betsy with us. May you be comforted in the knowledge that she is at peace and in thanksgiving for all the wonderful memories that she has given to you and all those fortunate enough to have known her. Tom and Celine Clouse
October 17, 2016
Thinking of you and your family. May you feel comfort in knowing that Betsy is being well cared for in Heaven. We pray for peace and rest for you at this time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. LINDA AND STEVE HICKS
October 17, 2016
My Dear Betsy; cousin,friend,loved one. You will be truely missed and our prayers continue to go with you to your final resting place. You brought so much to this life here on earth that we know in your forever life with God it will be exhaulted. We wish you forever peace and love as you go on your way.
From your family,
Laurence Cozzo,Joyce Cozzo, Theresa Viziana, Lisa Cozzo Keller Lang, Brigitte Keller
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