She met John LaBarbera and they were married at Our Lady Of Perpetual Help in Ybor City. Together they created a loving home for their family.
Her life was centered around her children; Joe and Joanna, her 5 grandchildren and her great granddaughter.
Betty Jo is preceded in death by her parents, her four siblings, and her beloved husband John of 67 years.
She is survived by daughter, Joanna Thompson (Dave); son, Joe LaBarbera (Kay); and grandchildren, Brian, Timothy and Christiana LaBarbera, Lauren Thompson, and Elayna Simonds, great granddaughter Gianna, and extended family and friends.
In lieu of flowers please donate in memory of Betty to St. Jude Shrine, 512 W. Saratoga St., Baltimore Maryland, 21201.