Elizabeth "Betty" Masko's Obituary
Elizabeth “Betty” Masko, age 94, of Grand Haven passed away Thursday, June 10, 2021, at North Ottawa Community Hospital. She was born November 17, 1926, in Holland, MI to James and Mary (Kubasiak) Westerhoff, and married John Mitchell Masko on November 6, 1948. John preceded her in death in 1992.
Betty was a member of St. Patrick – St. Anthony Catholic Church and resided here most of her life. She served as a den mother for her sons when they were in Boy Scouts. Betty was a lifelong crafter talented in every aspect. She especially liked painting, but also did sculpting, sewing, knitting, crocheting and so much more.
She was a devoted wife, mother and is lovingly remembered by three daughters: Linda (Craig) De Feyter, Christine Masko and Loraine (Larry) Doerr; three sons: Daniel Masko, Jack (Wendy) Masko and Mike (Rose) Masko; nine grandchildren; and numerous great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her sister, Gerry TerHaar in 2018.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, June 15, 2021, at St. Patrick – St. Anthony Catholic Church with Rev. Charles Schwartz as celebrant. Friends may meet the family on SUNDAY, June 13, from 1 – 3 p.m. with the Rosary at 3 p.m. at The VanZantwick Chapel of Sytsema Funeral & Cremation Services, 620 Washington Ave, Grand Haven, MI 49417. Interment will be in Lake Forest Cemetery. Memorials to St. Patrick – St. Anthony Catholic Church are appreciated. Share memories with the family at their online guest book at www.sytsemafh.com.
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