Betty C. Bergendahl

August 21, 1934 - January 10, 2021

Betty Clare Bergendahl passed peacefully on January 10, 2021. She was 86 years young. Betty was born in Neptune New Jersey on August 21, 1935. She was the daughter of her loving parents Anna Paasch Young and Harold Bertrand Young. Betty loved that she shared her birthday with Donald Duck. Betty was predeceased by her husband Tom. Betty and Tom were married for 63 years until Tom’s death in December 2020.

Betty is survived by her three children: Paul J. Bergendahl II; Leslie C. Hardy and her husband, Jay; and Kerri A. Donecker; also by seven grandchildren: Sophie and William Bergendahl; Kathryn, Andrew and Jessica Hardy; and by Caroline and Gabrielle Donecker; and, by two great grandchildren: Khalil and Malakai Jones.

Betty demonstrated a life of service to others. She began her career in Nursing after graduating as a Registered Nurse from Monmouth Memorial Hospital School of Nursing. Her first job was as a public health nurse in Red Bank, New Jersey, also working on the staff at the Riverview Hospital. After moving to Massachusetts, Betty became the Director of Nursing for the Town of Harvard. In this role she served both the young and old in the community. As the town nurse she provided wellness clinics, home care, as well and served the students in the Harvard school system. She was dearly loved by students and townsfolk alike.

Betty’s greatest joy was spending time with her family. While she loved to travel, and did so during retirement, she will most fondly be remembered in her kitchen preparing bountiful meals and treats for her family. She instilled a joy and love of both cooking and eating with her children and grandchildren. It was not uncommon for friends and family to visit and be met with mouthwatering pies and other delicious homemade treats. Betty also loved to garden. She would carefully tend peonies that had been in the family and moved from dad’s home in Minnesota, used in graduations by the Garden club at Bromfield graduations, and brought beauty to her home in Delaware. Betty was always busy creating wonderful treasures for family and friends. She would never shy away from learning a new skill. There are many sweaters, mittens, garments and quilts that demonstrate her love and skill shared with others.

Betty embraced her retirement in Delaware. She became a member of First Presbyterian Church in Newark, where she became dear friends with many members. Betty became an avid supporter of the UD Women’s volleyball team with her dear friend Jan. Betty and Tom found wonderful spots to watch deer at sunset, enjoy the UD Creamery, take many daytrips throughout Pennsylvania and Maryland to find both culinary and antique treasures. She was blessed with a rich life surrounded by many who loved her.

Betty will be dearly missed by her friends and family. A service will be held in the spring in Massachusetts.

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We were neighbors in Evergreen. Tom and Betty were special to us. Easy to love and talk with. Ran into them often at Perkins. We will miss them. Both were keepers.

Mrs. Bergendahl was a one of a kind person. When I was in school, I spent a lot of time in the nurses office as I had childhood migraines. She would take of me often. I remember her voice and always smiling. On behalf of my myself and my family, wishing condolences and prayers to her and her family.

My sincere condolences to you, Betty and Tom's family. I have many fond memories of working across the hall from her at HES. Hugs to you all! Lorrie Welsh

Our condolences to the Bergendahl Family. We knew Betty and Tom as neighbors for years in Evergreen. They were a fun loving couple and always had stories of their past and recent travels. They certainly fit the description of "Good People" that we meet in life. We tend to think of them as always "together" as they were whenever we interacted with them. Rest In Peace Betty! Betty Jane White and Francis Ryan

Leslie, My condolences to you and your family. I had the wonderful opportunity of meeting Betty and Tom when the were moving from MA to DE. I sold them their home in Evergreen. They were the best, and I so enjoyed their stories. Betty's baking was second to none. She gave me her apple cake recipe that my family has enjoyed many times. Prayers to the Bergandahl Families.

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Betty was a wonderful neighbor. We lived across the street from her and Tom for 17 years. She always asked about our sons and their families and was really interested in their futures. She was also extremely helpful around the neighborhood. She will be sorely missed. Tim and Martha Brooks

I have such fond memories of her and am so saddened to hear this news. Growing up in Harvard she was one of those fixtures of the town that would always greet you with the warmest of smiles and you knew you were in her caring hands. I named my cabbage patch doll Betty and wanted to be just like Mrs. Bergendahl when I grew up. What warm, caring and fantastic person. To her wonderful memory, my sincerest condolences to the whole family.

Healing peace to Betty's family. She and her wonderful sense of humor will be missed.

Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.