Betty L. Justus

Betty Lovgren Justus passed away peacefully surrounded by her family and friends on March 11, 2026, in Oceanport, NJ, at the age of 90. Born on March 31, 1935, in Sea Bright, NJ, her life was a testament to her unwavering spirit and her enduring commitment to her family.

Betty's early years were spent in the scenic surroundings of Sea Bright, where she grew up with her loving parents, Harry and Bridie Lovgren, and her late brother, Thomas C. Lovgren. She was a graduate of Long Branch High School, where she formed lifelong friendships and laid the foundation for her future endeavors.

Her professional journey was marked by her dedicated service at the Department of Army, Fort Monmouth, as Chief of the Pay Examination Branch within the Finance and Accounting Division.

Betty's passions were simple. She loved spending time at the beach with her friends and family. Her grandchildren were the center of her universe, she cherished every moment spent with Kendl Ullman and her husband Doug, Alex Ferencz and his wife Anna, Bridget Manning and her fiancé Javi Bustamante, and Hunter Manning and partner Meaghan Hellmers. Betty was also a doting great-grandmother to Harper Ullman, Killian Ullman, and Rio Bustamante, who kept her young at heart.

Betty's legacy is carried on by her devoted daughters, Kathleen Keenan Paulin and her husband Tom, and Karen Keenan DiBerardino and her husband Bob. Her family was her greatest accomplishment, and she took immense pride in their achievements.

Predeceased by her parents, her beloved husband, her daughter Kelly Ann Keenan Manning, and her brother. Betty's memory will continue to live on in the hearts of all who knew her. She was a woman of extraordinary character, whose presence was a comfort and whose love was a gift.

Visitation will take place on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, at the Damiano Funeral Home, 191 Franklin Avenue in Long Branch, NJ 07740, from 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm. Visitation will also take place from 10:00 am until the time of service at 10:30 am on Wednesday, March 18. Entombment will follow at Woodbine Mausoleum in Oceanport. 

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis TN 38105  Web: www.stjude.org. 

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