Carmela Marie Bettigole

With profound sadness we announce the passing of our beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, Carmela Marie Bettigole. Our loving, devoted mother and friend to the many lives she touched, peacefully passed away on February 4, 2023 surrounded by her family. She was a shining light in the lives of all who knew her, bringing joy and love wherever she went, endlessly loved to the moon and back, more than all the stars in sky.

Carmela lived the life she always wanted, raising three children with her husband John of 55 years. A caring wife, Carmela was a true partner, there through the thick and the thin. Their love story is one for the ages. As a loving mother, she was constantly there for her children, providing guidance, support, and unwavering love. We will remember her for her selflessness and endless capacity for love. A very proud grandmother, she formed a special bond with each of her seven grandchildren, always ready with a warm hug, a listening ear or something to eat.  Whenever it was needed, Carmela proved a natural caretaker. Never waiting to be asked, she was there when needed most, especially under the toughest of circumstances, for her mother, her children, her sister and her husband. She consistently put their needs before her own.

Carmela was one of a kind, with a special gift for making everyone around her feel valued and loved.

As a resident of Long Branch, New Jersey Carmela adored her community and cherished the many great times with all her close friends in her building. She will forever be remembered as a kind and loving soul, who touched the lives of everyone she met.

Carmela was born October 3, 1942 in Ozone Park, New York to Palma and Albert. She and her sister Ann grew up in a loving household that instilled the values and dedication Carmela lived by and passed on. May she rest in peace, remembered as a shining example of love, kindness, and selflessness.

A memorial service will be held at Saint Michael’s Church in Long Branch at 10:30am on Thursday, February 9, 2023. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation in Carmela’s name to Saint Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

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