FURLONG, Betty Ann (née Fitzgerald)

Born on March 6, 1943. Passed away February 9, 2023.

Passed away peacefully at Margery Cole on Thursday 9 February 2023.

Aged 79 years.

 

Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Leslie & Ros, Maree & Shane, Robert & Tracie, Cheryl & Graeme and Elaine.

Adored Nan of Kelly & Ash, Bradley, Stacey & Toby, Brittany, Josh, Cody, Shelby, Charlie (dec.), Andy & Skye, Luke & Bec, Bryce & Carissa and Tim.

Great grandmother to her adoring grandchildren.

 

                             You worked so hard for those you loved,

                                              you always did your best,

                                 you fought until you could no more,

                                              and now you are at rest,

                                                       Sadly missed.

Funeral Notice
Latrobe Valley Funeral Services Chapel 260 Princes Highway, TraralgonView Map
The Funeral of Mrs Betty Ann Furlong will be held at Latrobe Valley Funeral Services Chapel, 260 Princes Highway, Traralgon on THURSDAY (February 16, 2023) commencing at 11.00 am

At the conclusion of the Service the Funeral will leave for the Toongabbie Cemetery, corner of Cemetery Road and Traralgon-Maffra Road.

Betty's service will also be livestreamed.

To view the livestream please CLICK HERE.
Tributes
  1. R.I.P.Aunt.

    Temple February 11, 2023
  2. It’s your time to rest in peace knowing how loved and adored you are by all that crossed paths with you. You’ll be missed far and wide. Forever in our hearts Nan xox

    Britt Roberts February 11, 2023
  3. Condolences to all the family, thinking of you at this time. We had a few good trips and camps together. And lots of good times up in Yowah. Rest in peace Betty.

    Jenni Howe and John Harte February 11, 2023
  4. 💜Nan (my 2nd mum), words cannot describe my heart ache/hurt knowing I wont have you here in person beside me……..a huge piece of my heart has gone with you………
    I cant say we didn’t get enough time together, because we have a lifetime worth of love and memories. I don’t need to tell you to keep them VB stubbies🍺 cold, because knowing you they would be ice cold! already. I know you will be watching over me. i love you so much!. FOREVER & ALWAYS. YOUR GRAND DAUGHTER KEL.💔💔…

    Kel Furlong February 11, 2023
  5. 💜Granny- These words are from your Great grand babies, Lil & Cleo. Granny we love you so very much, we will miss you for ever and ever.
    Granny Your Lil says- i will keep all my special dresses & dollies you gave me and look after them forever, i am so so sad granny but i know heaven is a Beautiful place for Our Granny to sleep forever watching over me. I miss you forever.
    we love you with all our hearts forever Granny.

    Lil & Cleo February 11, 2023
  6. 💜Nan (my 2nd mum), words cannot describe my heart ache/hurt knowing I wont have you here in person beside me……..
    I cant say we didn’t get enough time together, because we have a lifetime worth of love and memories. I don’t need to tell you to keep them VB stubbies🍺 cold, because knowing you they would be ice cold! already. i love you so much!. FOREVER & ALWAYS. YOUR GRAND DAUGHTER KEL.💔

    Kel Furlong February 11, 2023
  7. Such a beautiful soul be Free auntie 🥰😍❤️😘

    Isobel and family February 11, 2023
  8. To Leslie,Maree,Robert ,Cheryl and Elaine and all families, thinking of you at this sad time Betty was such a beautiful lady always up for a good laugh finally at peace love always Brian and Leanne Sebire xx ❤️❤️

    Leanne Sebire February 11, 2023
  9. condolences and deepest sympathy to the furlong family.

    joy and rob paulet February 11, 2023
  10. Deepest Sympathy to All 🤍🤍
    RIP Betty 🤍

    Glenn Hunt February 11, 2023
  11. Rest easy aunt your memory’s will live forever may you rest in peace never forgotten xxx

    Lisa February 11, 2023
  12. Our condolences to Cheryl and Geordie and all your families on the loss of your dear Mum. May she rest easy now. Thinking of you, Ingrid, Fed and boys.

    Ingrid Ibarra (Smith) February 12, 2023
  13. We have such fond memories of a beautiful , funny lady rest easy Betty you are going to missed 💖 Sending our love to you all ❤️❤️

    Lynne and Tony Kane February 12, 2023
  14. Sending my Condolences to you all on the pass of your Mum…..From Craig Aitken

    Craig Aitken February 12, 2023
  15. Mum you were my best friend I will miss our daily chats
    I have a lot of great memories that will live in my heart forever
    I love you to the moon and back. Rest easy now mum till we meet again some day.

    Elaine February 13, 2023
  16. Enjoy bingo, a beer and your big V8 wheelchair up there with mum (nanny) Betty. We are going to miss your hugs, kisses, talks on the phone and you telling Elaine off. We love you endlessly!

    Love Kim, Alan, your boy Blake and Kasey ❤💋❤💋

    Kim February 13, 2023
  17. Dear Betty
    You always had time for a yap when I saw you.
    Funny, quick witted , and caring these are what comes
    to mind when I think of you.
    Fun times at Jackson st

    Always to be remembered Betty x

    Lisa Theodore (Barry)

    Lisa Theodore February 13, 2023
  18. Dear mother my heart aches at the passing of you.I never dreamed I would ever loose you.You looked after all of us all the time,you were a darling and I will miss you so much
    Love you always
    Leslie

    Leslie furlong February 13, 2023
  19. To Leslie, Maree, Robert, Cheryl, Elaine and families
    Sorry for your loss. Betty you will be missed in more ways than you probably ever realised. Your humour and love for everyone and life will never be forgotten.❤
    Lyn Gibson

    Lyn Gibson February 14, 2023
  20. To all Betty’s family sincere sympathy and condolences. Treasured memories are yours to keep.Rest easy Bet.🌹

    Jenny Bland February 15, 2023
  21. Sending love and sympathy to all Bets family Remembering all the good times we for so many years Love from Val Brand and family

    Val Brand February 15, 2023
  22. Nana Bet, you loved your family, friends and life to the fullest. Your heart was so welcoming and we all loved you for it, so many stories, so much fun. We’ll miss that smile and laugh, rest easy. Much love to all the family, Barnsa, Sal, Far and Ry xxxx

    Sally February 15, 2023
  23. Nana Bet, you loved your family, friends and life to the fullest.
    Your heart was so welcoming and we all loved vou for it, so many stories, so much fun. We’ll miss that smile and laugh, rest easy. Much love to all the family, Barnsa, Sal, Far and Ry xx

    Sally February 15, 2023
  24. Condolences to all family and friends of Betty

    RIP BETTY

    FLY HIGH

    Remember the beautiful memories you have and cherish them
    Especially the ones that made you and cry at the same time…
    The unforgettable saying that a special to each and everyone of you.
    We only meet afew times but found you a true lady
    Sending healing hugs and love ❤ 💖 ❣ 💕
    To you Ehere
    I’m sorry that I won’t be there tomorrow..
    Thinking of you
    See you when you get back
    China Girl

    Lee Little February 15, 2023
  25. RIP Aunty Betty 💕A beautiful Aunty Loved by all you will be sadly missed 💕Sending our Love to Leslie , Cheryl, Maree,Rob,Elaine🌹

    Debbie Snell February 16, 2023
  26. Auntie Betty I have lots of great memories to many to write. So sorry I’m not there for your send off but no I’m thinking about you today , yesterday and always love ya aunt safe travels to the big man up stairs xxx wendy

    Wendy lowder February 16, 2023
  27. Deepest Sympathy Maree Cheryl and families
    Thinking of you all
    Such a sad time when you lose your mum
    Love and prayers always
    Debra and David French

    Debra French February 16, 2023
  28. Very sad to hear the news of your passing Betty. You wanted for nothing but gave everyone you met your time and love, you wont be forgotten. Many happy memories.
    Love Gavin and Family

    Gavin Barry February 16, 2023
  29. What a beautiful tribute to Bett and a celebration of her life. She lived every day with such positivity and humour, always a smile on her face and genuinely happy to be in the company of family and friends. Her family was her proudest achievement.
    She was a treasured friend for over 30 years and i adored her sense of fun and adventure and cheekiness. I will miss that and hearing her say “hello Donsi Bonsi” whever i saw her ❤️
    To all her beautiful family my thoughts and love are with you always. I hope her and Dad are up there singing Isla Grant together and enjoying a cold beer 🙏

    Donsi February 16, 2023
  30. To Cheryl , Geordie and family, what a special send off to your lovely mum Betty. What a unique character she was. It was a great service , you could genuinely feel how much she loved and adored all her family & how much joy and laughter she brought to you all. Sending you a big hug Cheryl and our condolences to all your family.
    Love Andrea, Matt, Emily, Dylan & Savannah Mclure (Smith)

    Andrea Mclure (Smith) February 21, 2023