Elizabeth B. Forader

Betty was born on April 25, 1933 in Fitchville, CT to the late Gregory and Nadja (Ivanovsky) Baran.

After graduating from Norwich Free Academy, she worked for decades as a bank teller, where her bubbly personality made her a friendly face in the community. In 1959, she married her husband of over 60 years, U.S. Marine GySgt. Nicholas “Nick” Forader, who predeceased her in 2020.

Betty was a lifetime member of Saint Nicholas Orthodox Church in Norwich, where she sang in the choir and was a member of the church’s Sisterhood. She cherished and spoiled her four grandchildren, and was always on the hunt for the best “bah-gins.” She was an avid reader and puzzle enthusiast, and was also a master at baking, a talent which she passed on to her only granddaughter.

Betty is survived by her two loving daughters, Susan George (Tim) of Columbia, MD, and Carol Alegi (John) of Trumbull, CT; her four grandchildren, Tom George, Katie George, Matt Alegi, and Chris Alegi; as well as several close nieces and nephews. Besides her husband, she was predeceased by her three older sisters, Mary Kozersky, Ann Segal, and Sophie “Sue” Mercik.

Family and friends are encouraged to visit Church and Allen Funeral Home, 136 Sachem Street, Norwich on Sunday, March 23rd from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM. A Panikhida (funeral service) will be held at St. Nicholas Orthodox Church, 35 Convent Ave., Norwich on Monday, March 24th at 11:00 AM. Burial will immediately follow at St. Nicholas Cemetery behind Mahan School in Norwich.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the St. Nicholas Church Cemetery Fund, 35 Convent Ave., Norwich, CT.