Elizabeth J Downs

Birth date: May 1, 1932 Death date: May 24, 2026

Elizabeth Downs Obituary May 1, 1932 to May 24, 2026 Elizabeth J. Downs of Ellenton, Florida, formerly of Belmont, MA passed peacefully on May 24, 2026. She was preceded in death by her late husband Thomas Downs, also of Elle Read Obituary

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Kara At Gracelets

2w ago

in honor of Elizabeth.

My sister Lynn and I were sorry to hear of the passing of the last of the Connolly family. Our prayers and condolences to Auntie Betsy’s loved ones.
With love, Kara & Lynn (Connolly)

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Kathleen Labruna

2w ago

May Aunt Betty rest in peace. She was loving and kind. I was so pleased when she and Uncle Tom visited my home. They were a happy couple, grateful for each other after both losing their first spouses.
My condolences to Susan and all her family and friends.
Kathleen LaBruna

Mary Startz

2w ago

Sending condolences to Susan and Cathy. Aunt Betty was always there for me and my siblings. When we needed a home, she took us in. When we needed to laugh, she left the grown ups in the house and came to the porch to play with us. She was so much fun!

Aunt Betty taught me how to make formula for my sister, fry chicken, and bake a blueberry pie. She lovingly corrected me when I embarrassed her by saying that there were two heavens, one for Catholics and one for everyone else. I remember thinking my cousins would be so smart because Aunt Betty taught instead of punished.

Another fond memory I have always cherished is the night Aunt Betty soothed my crying baby sister by dancing to Uncle Frank singing "The Flying Purple People Eater."

Aunt Betty raised the two cousins I was closest to, Susan and Cathy: bright women. She bore her grief about her son, Joey, with a quiet dignity. Her immaculate home was peaceful and loving. As I raised my own children, I tried to emulate Aunt Betty.

May she rest in the peace she so richly deserves.

Mary Startz

2w ago

Another fond memory I have always cherished is the night Aunt Betty soothed my crying baby sister by dancing to Uncle Frank singing "The Flying Purple People Eater."

May she rest in the peace she so richly deserves.

Pamela Murray

2w ago

She was always so lovely to us when on the rare occasion we saw her. Most fondly I remember how kind and loving she was to my daughter especially when our Kaylee grandchild was born. Her generosity knew no bounds Rest now Aunt Betty you will be fondly remembered.

William Connolly

2w ago

Condolences to Susan, I have fond memories of family in Massachusetts with Aunt Betsy and Uncle Frank and Betsy and Tom in Florida. I’m sure she has been welcomed into heaven by her parents, friends and siblings. I cherish my Hummel Christmas ornaments she gave me. All love Jay and Susan Connolly

Linda Hlavinka

2w ago

Aunt Betsy will be missed. I have many fond memories of her. She was always interested in what was happening in my life and open her homes in MA and FL where we had wonderful visits.
Linda Hlavinka
Pittsburgh PA

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