Betty Lou Gussenhofen
June 03, 1932 - September 14, 2024
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Betty Lou Gussenhofen
June 03, 1932 - September 14, 2024
Obituary
Betty Lou (Ferguson) Gussenhofen, 92, left us the morning of September 14, 2024.
She was the daughter of the late Bruce and Dorothy (Martin) Ferguson. A longtime resident of West Bridgewater and later Beaver, PA, she was first employed as secretary for the Boy Scouts, then worked 29 years in the Beaver School System. There, she was instrumental in unionizing the school’s clerical staff. Upon retirement, she worked for Leonard’s Antiques for 11 years, and later for Merrick Art Gallery, where she participated in the Women’s Council, setting many a table for bi-annual Teas.
Betty lived life to the fullest, affecting everyone around her. She was involved in every aspect of the Bridgewater United Methodist Church, as well as many organizations including the Fireman’s Auxiliary, Women’s Club, Center Grange and Antique Club. She loved to travel and try new things such as yoga, was a skilled seamstress and calligrapher, wrote poetry, and filled many photo albums with pictures of friends and loved ones.
In addition to her parents, Betty was pre-deceased by her husband, Carl Gussenhofen; sister, Nancy Ann Close, and her brother, Bruce Eugene Ferguson.
Survivors include her daughter, Nancy Ann Dunn; son, Martin Gussenhofen; granddaughter, Marcy Gerhart (Ira); great-granddaughter, Fable Gerhart; and a grandson, Drake Gussenhofen.
Betty’s last 7 years were graciously lived at Franciscan Manor in Patterson Township, and sincere thanks go to all the staff who lovingly cared for her there.
The GABAUER-TODD FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES (Branch), 340 Third Street, Beaver, was honored to assist Betty’s family.
6 responses to Betty Lou Gussenhofen
Theresa Schoeneweis says:
September 15, 2024
I was so sorry to learn of your mother’s passing. She was a remarkable woman and i feel blessed to have known her. I was a nurse at the Manor and enjoyed the time I spent with her. God bless and I will hold the family in my prayers .
Jessica Derflinger says:
September 16, 2024
You will definitely be missed deeply at Franciscan Manor Betty!! I am glad and honored that I got to spend your last night with you holding your hand. You ALWAYS knew how to make me laugh and smile whenever I’d have a bad day. You were loved by all and you are now all of our special angel ♥️♥️
Debbie dietz says:
September 16, 2024
While working at the manor I got to spend alot of time with Betty mostly everyday cause she was in my section,one of the sweetest ladies I ever met,she was always smiling,RIP Betty,keep on smiling🙂
Jim Todd says:
September 16, 2024
My sincere sympathies to the Gussenhofen family in the loss of Betty. I always enjoyed our talks and she was always so upbeat and smiling.
Beth Marko Fox says:
September 17, 2024
Nancy, may your memories of your mother fill your life with laughter, love and peace. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers. Beth Marko Fox