Elizabeth "Betty" (Brown) Gurdo

Mrs. Elizabeth “Betty” (Brown) Gurdo, age 73, of Utica, passed away on Wednesday, November 21, 2007 at the Faxton-St. Luke's Healthcare Center. Born in Utica on June 13, 1934, Betty was the daughter of the late Francis and Mary (Albright) Brown. Raised and educated locally, she graduated from St. Francis Desales High School. On October 17, 1953 she married Anthony R. Gurdo with whom she shared a wonderful life during their 38-year union. Mr. Gurdo passed away in July of 1992. A very special part of Betty’s life was her employment with Upstate Cerebral Palsy where she worked with children with disabilities. She was proud of her association with the program and found her service there to be fulfilling and rewarding. Betty readily earned the love of family and friends and always enjoyed their company. A talented cook, she was always proud to share her passion of food with her loved ones. She loved a good time, including the excitement of games of chance at the casino. Mrs. Gurdo is survived by 2 daughters, Kathie Greco and fiancé Jason Taillon of Utica, and Mary Lourdes and Donald S. Paciello of New Hartford; and 2 sons and daughters-in-law, Michael Anthony and Donna Gurdo of NC, and Larry and Bridget Gurdo of Verona. She carried deep in her heart a longing sadness for the loss of her daughter, Mary, who passed away at birth. Betty is also survived by her grandchildren: Alaina, Alyssa, and Michael Gurdo, II; Cabryn, Lawrence, and Richard Gurdo; Gabriella and Frencesca Greco; Anthony Gurdo Giglio ; Dominick and Nina Elizabeth Paciello; and Garrett and Kayla Peterson. In addition, her survivors include her many special nieces and nephews and their families; her in-laws, Kathleen and Joseph Tomaselli, and Arthur and Maxine Gurdo; and her cousins, with special mention of Johnny and Susan Rickard of Lake Placid. Betty was also blessed with the love of her lifelong friend Margaret and Frank Jakubowski, as well as Katie and Dick Timpano, Joann and Roger Loran, Donna and Bernie Coffay, Marlene and John Giuliano, and Rose and Tony Miller. The family extends its heartfelt thanks to Dr. Joseph Booth and the wonderful caregivers of RCIL who have provided much-appreciated compassion and support. A special thank you is also offered to Father Fred Daley for his spiritual guidance and friendship. Visitation will take place on Sunday from 2-5 at the Eannace Funeral Home, Inc., 932 South St., corner of Hammond Ave. Mrs. Gurdo’s funeral will commence on Monday morning at 8:00 from the funeral home and at 9:00 at Historic Old St. John’s Church where her Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated. Interment will take place in Calvary Cemetery.

Elizabeth "Betty" (Brown) Gurdo

June 13, 1934 - November 21, 2007