Elizabeth Jean (Garry) Korwek, 92, of Wallingford, CT and Tequesta, FL, formerly of North Haven, passed away at her home on January 5, 2024. She was the wife of the late Robert Joseph Korwek. Betty was born in Stamford, CT on November 4, 1931, to the late Thomas Martin Garry and Laura Margaret (Ellis) Garry. Betty is survived by her five children, Michael Thomas Korwek, Kevin John Korwek, Jane Frances Pisani (Nunzio), Peter Garry Korwek (Kelly), and Robert Joseph Korwek, Jr. Grandmother to Christopher John Lima, Paige Elizabeth Korwek, Kevin John Korwek II, Kaitlyn Elizabeth Korwek and Patrick Garry Korwek. Great Grandmother to Alora, Christian, Alyssa, and Zakk Lima. She is also survived by her sister-in-law Barbara Garry, and many nieces and nephews who will sadly miss her. Betty was predeceased by her daughter-in-law, Donna Barnard Korwek, a grandson, Alan Dennis Lima, Jr., sisters Marie Dowding (Dave), Sr. Mary Jane Garry CSJ, Barbara Ann Cronin (Jack), and brother, John Garry, and her brothers-in-law John, Stanley, and Frank Korwek, and her sister-in-law Roberta Korwek. She was an avid member of The Church of the Resurrection and Saint Patrick’s Church in Jupiter, FL. She enjoyed playing golf until she was 88 years of age and was known to be best dressed wherever she went. She loved being at Riverbend in Tequesta, FL, especially spending time with her friends, Hellen, Wally, Maeve (Frankie), Marge, Janet, and the rest of the Monday night Duffy’s crew. Thank you to Gwen and Ruti who were both a big part of Betty’s daily life when living in Florida. The family would like to give a special thank you to Betty’s live-in caregiver, Comfort, for her kindness, companionship, and compassion over the last six months.
Family and friends are invited to go directly to Church of the Resurrection, 115 Pond Hill Road, Wallingford on Friday morning, January 12th at 11:00 to attend a Mass of Christian burial and are also invited to attend the committal service immediately following in All Saints Cemtery. The Havens Family North Haven Funeral Home, 36 Washington Avenue have been entrusted with the arrangements. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Church of the Resurrection, 115 Pond Hill Road, Wallingford, CT 06492 in Elizabeth’s memory.
Betty was a wonderful person, always smiling and happy. I am so glad I was able to spend her birthday with her. She will be sadly missed.
I’m the cousin of Betty’s daughter in law Kelly Korweck (Pete’s wife) She and her son Pete spoke of her kindly. Although I’ve not met her, my deepest condolences go out to her family and friends.
May She rest in peace
I have so many happy memories of time spent with Betty & Bob since my early childhood. From the early years in Wallingford to the years on Highland Park Rd and on into our adult life. Betty always meant a lot to me. She was a woman of deep faith and and carried herself with style and grace. Imad & I send our heartfelt sympathy. We wish we could be with you to celebrate her life. We will be with you in thought & prayer. Love, Imad & Jo-Ann
To know Betty was to love her. I was blessed with being able to spend six months with her. A caregiver turned family. Betty and I we’re able to share some memorable moments together. Celebrating her 92nd birthday was a blessing within itself. She’s an amazing mother and even a better friend as I always reminded her that she’s my bestfriend. Although she’s not here with us physically I know that she will always walk with me and give me the signs of genuine love. To the Korwek family Thanks for having me. Thank you for sharing Betty with me. Love always, Your Comfy!