Elizabeth R.  DeRienzo
Died: Jul 6, 2014
DeRienzo

Elizabeth R. "Betty" DeRienzo, 84, of Hackettstown, NJ died Sunday,  July 6,  2014 at the Kindred Health Care facility of Dover, NJ with her loving family by her side.  Born September 4, 1929 in Trenton, NJ.,  Elizabeth was the daughter of the late William Earl Reed & Esther Calvert Conner.

Mrs. DeRienzo has lived in the greater Hackettstown area for many years coming from Trenton, NJ.  A graduate of Trenton State and Mercer Hospital School of Nursing,  she was employed as a Registered Nurse having worked at Morristown Memorial Hospital and the Hagedorn Center for Geriatrics, Lebanon Twp., NJ from which she retired many years ago.

An active member of her community, Betty was always willing to give her time as a “nurse on call” to friends and family in  need of assistance.  She was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church in Hackettstown and happily volunteered her assistance with the vacation bible school and many church projects. 

She is survived by a son, John F. DeRienzo of Randolph, NJ; daughter Nancy M. DeRienzo and her husband, Jerry Balderson of Hackettstown and son Robert B. DeRienzo and his wife, Kim of Chester, NJ.  One brother, William Reed of Michigan and five loving grandchildren;  Maria, Nicholas, Christopher, Olivia and Jacqueline. Betty was predeceased by her husband, Nick DeRienzo.

A visitation will be held on Wednesday, July 9, 2014 from 4 to 8pm at the Cochran Funeral Home, 905 High Street, Hackettstown, N.J., 07840.  Funeral services will be on Thursday, July 10th  at Trinity United Methodist Church, Hackettstown, N.J. beginning at 10:00AM.  Interment will be at the Pequest Union Cemetery, Great Meadows, NJ.  In Lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the "J.D.R.F." (Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation), 11 Ryan Ct., Chester, NJ, 07930. Online condolences to the family may be given at www.cochranfuneral.com.

Condolences:

Robbi Bennett
#7
July 11th, 2014 8:17 am
Nancy and family; I wish my mom and I could have been with you all yesterday to celebrate Betty's life and share some wonderful memories of her and your family. Some of the best memories of my growing up included your family and many very special moments in my life. She was a very special woman, mother and friend. She will be missed by all the people who's lives she touched. Our family's thought and prayers and love are with you in this difficult time. Robbi
Noelle Paclawskyj
#6
July 10th, 2014 1:34 pm
Dear Rob and Family. My most sincere condolences on the loss of your Mom. I know how dear she was to you. You are all in my thoughts and prayers...Noelle
Nancy Scarano
#5
July 10th, 2014 10:18 am
Dear Nancy, Jerry and Family, How deeply sorry I was to hear of Betty's passing. Though I didn't know her personally, I knew of her her beautiful legacy. I had the honor of a visit with Betty before she left her home and even in that brief time, her Christian love and spirit touched my heart. We hold you in our hearts and prayers. Nancy, Francis , Paris and Lane
Norman and Edna Barrier
#4
July 10th, 2014 7:49 am
Betty was indeed one of God's beautiful persons on earth. I recall the last time she was able to get to Trinity's Chapel service. She was so pleased to be able to attend and we were so delighted to see her. As was her custom, she brought that wonderful smile and her love for Christ. Well done, good and faithful servant. Rest in peace, dear Betty. God has a new angel in heaven. Much love to all the family. Edna
Dolores DiBiase
#3
July 10th, 2014 6:10 am
I am so sorry to hear of Betty's passing. I have the best memories of her. She was one of my first mentors at Hagedorn and a wonderful nurse. My condolences to her family.
Denise Fishburn
#2
July 9th, 2014 5:40 pm
Sorry for your loss thoughts & prayers are with Betty's family. I worked at Hagedorn in the HR Department when Betty was employed at Hagedorn.
Kathleen, Paul, Andrea Sobolewski
#1
July 9th, 2014 12:49 pm
Dearest Nancy, Jerry, and family, We would like to convey our utmost sympathies and condolences to you and yours at this time of loss. What a lovey, caring woman who brought such comfort and joy to those she touched. Her memory will live on. Blessings, Kate, Paul, Andi
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