Betty L. Albano

EMERSON - Betty Albano, 85, of Emerson, NJ, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, July 29, 2021, surrounded by her family. She was the devoted and loving wife of Raymond for 63 years, and mother of Ann Marie (husband Timothy) and Raymond (wife Doreen). Betty was the cherished "Mom Mom" of her grandchildren: Samantha, Nicole, Andrea (husband Phil), Joseph, Isabelle, Symone, Gianna, and Fiorella. She is survived by her sister Caroline (Joseph) Antonacci, brother-in-law Edward Ballard, many nephews and nieces and was predeceased by her brother William and sister Janet Ballard.

Born in Hillsdale, NJ to Wilbur and Caroline Van Vorst, she was raised in River Vale, and an Emerson resident for 61 years. Betty spent several years working for New Jersey Bell/AT&T prior to having her first child, after which she dedicated her life to caring for her home and family. Betty had an affinity for animals, especially birds. She enjoyed vacationing with her children and grandchildren on the many trips to Cape Cod and Florida. Betty was highly regarded for her exquisite cake baking and decorating talent. Known for her beautiful smile, she was beloved by all those whose lives she touched.

Visitation will be held at Becker Funeral Home, 219 Kinderkamack Rd. Westwood, NJ on Thursday, August 5, and Friday, August 6 from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. A Funeral Mass celebrating Betty's life will be held at Church of Assumption, Emerson on Saturday, August 7 at 9:30 a.m. Entombment will follow at Garden of Memories in the Township of Washington, NJ. Donations may be made in her name to Church of Assumption, 29 Jefferson Ave. Emerson, or Alzheimer's Disease Research Foundation at brightfocus.org/stopAD.