Betty Franey

It was with great sorrow that we gathered in Green River Cemetery on June 27 to say our farewells to Betty Franey, one of the founders of APC, and one of the staunchest, most dedicated of its members. As fond memories were recounted, what stood out was not just what Betty did but how she did it. Words that come to mind are gracious, generous, classy, wise, and devoted. No fuss, no fanfare, no complaints; she just took care of what needed to be done whether it was taking minutes, providing Franey family delicacies for events, or signing in guests. She was a great lady, and a great friend and we miss her.

At our annual party, her children, Jacques, Diane and Claudia accepted the Friend of the Creek Award on her behalf. Thanks to all those who made generous contributions in her memory. We are deeply grateful to her wonderful family (many of whom we are happy to count as neighbors) who chose APC as recipient of these memorial gifts.