Betty Gallo fell asleep in death Nov. 22, 2017 in (North) Philipsburg, where she lived most of her life. In recent years, she has been at the Windy Hill Village, PSL, due to failing health.
She was born Dec. 9, 1926. She was a graduate of the former Bigler Township High School, Madera.
At birth, her name was Elizabeth Christine Richards, but everyone knew her as Betty.
On Nov. 19, 1949, she married Paul Gallo from (North) Philipsburg; she has since been known as Betty Gallo.
She had four children, Wayne, Paul John “Jack,” Michal “Shelly” and Lisa; nine grandchildren; and 15 great-grandchildren.
Everyone knew her as a very hard worker. She was most noted for teaching and talking about the Bible.
She was baptized Oct. 7, 1963, as one of Jehovah’s Witnesses and had been an active member ever since.
She was the eldest of eight children and is survived by her sister, “Sis,” in California; a brother, Bill in Ohio; a sister, Carol in Arizona; and a brother, Carl in Florida.
She will be sadly missed by all who knew her for she was a very special person.
The family gives a special thanks to all the nurses and caretakers at Windy Hill Village and Penn Highlands Clearfield Hospice for their support and care in her last days.
The family will receive friends from 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. Saturday at the Beezer-Heath Funeral Home, 719 E. Spruce St., Philipsburg.
Family and friends may sign the online guestbook and share memories at www.beezerheathfh.com.