Elizabeth Newell
January 19, 1939 ~ December 22, 2015
SOUTH PORTLAND Elizabeth Betty Newell, 76, died Tuesday, December 22, 2015 at Maine Medical Center. Born in Portland on January 19, 1939, Betty was the daughter of William and Albina (Gorey) Hunter. She married Albert E. Newell, Jr. in 1955. Together, they shared 42 years of marriage until he predeceased her in 1997. Betty worked with Nachi Bearing and the Coast Guard Exchange for several years. She was an active member on 2 bowling leagues and she enjoyed watching the Patriots, listening to Elvis and she loved her cats, Tessa and Lilly. Betty was a communicant of St. Maximilian Kolbe Parish in Scarborough where she was a former choir member. In addition to her parents and husband, Betty is predeceased by her sisters, Marjorie and Frances. She is survived by her daughters, Debbie Newell of AZ, Donna Gagne-Wray and husband Billy Wray of Gorham, Laurie Carr and Chris Gill of South Portland; son, Michael Newell of Old Orchard Beach. Also survived by 8 grandchildren, 7 great-grandchildren and a very dear friend, Dave Sawyer. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, December 29, 2015 from 10-11:15AM at Conroy-Tully Crawford South Portland Chapel, 1024 Broadway, South Portland. Prayers will be recited at the funeral home at 11:15AM on Tuesday followed by a 12PM Mass of Christian Burial at St. Maximilian Kolbe Parish, 150 Black Point Road, Scarborough. Burial to follow at Brooklawn Memorial Park, Portland. To view Bettys memorial page or to share an online condolence, please visit www.ctcrawford.com. Those desiring may make memorial contributions to the Animal Refuge League of Greater Portland, P.O. Box 336, Westbrook, ME 04098.
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I’m so sorry to hear of your mothers passing my prayers and thoughts are with you,god has gained another angel,memories keep those we love close to us forever.
– Kathy Lagasse
Thank you so much, I will make sure Donna gets this message.
– Laurie
Donna, Laurie, and the entire Newell family,We are so sorry for the loss of your mother. We miss seeing all of you at Friendly’s in Windham. You have been in our thoughts and prayers ever since we heard the news. Yes, Donna, we will say a prayer for you this morning in church. May God give you peace that your mother is in a much better place without pain or sickness. She is now your guardian angel. Love to all,Dave and Kathy
– David and Kathy Baker
Thinking of you all in the time. Your mamma was a wonderful lady. I have fond memories of her when she and my Aunt (Eileen) were younger…… Peace be with you~ Cathleen (Esty) Niedhammer
– cathleen niedhammer
I am sorry to hear of the loss of your Mom, she was a very dear and loving lady, I will miss seeing her . She is no longer in pain, an angel is what she is and always will be. She was a strong woman and will always have a presence in your lives. Prayers are sent your way as you endure your loss.Sue Sawyer
– Sue Sawyer
Thank you Sue, my mom often mentioned you when we talked and she adored her friendship with your Dad, he was a great companion and she loved him as I’m sure he loved her
– Debbie Newell
“What we once enjoyed and deeply loved, we can never lose, for all that we love deeply becomes a part of us.” Thinking of you and sending lots of love your way.
– Darla Raymond
My thoughts and prayers are with your entire family. I know your mom is now at peace.
– Heather Levesque