Marie E. (Betsy) Restall, 78, of Tolland, CT passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on January 6, 2022, at her home.
She is survived by her son Timothy J. Restall Jr. and his wife Tara of Tolland, CT her daughter Jennifer M. McGhee of Stafford, VA, her grandchildren Timothy Restall III, Matthew Restall, Eric McGhee, William Restall, Elizabeth McGhee and grandfurbabies Noodles, Cooper, and Misty.
Betsy was born in 1943 in Waltham MA to the late Joseph and Marion (Harlow) Frechette. She was one of seven brothers and sisters: Joseph (deceased) and his wife Katherine (deceased) of Hudson, MA, Lorraine and her husband William Medeiros of Hudson MA, Marion (Binky) and her husband Ralph Goodell of Manassas, VA, Francis (Fran) and his wife Jayne of Lewiston, ID, Robert (deceased), and James and his partner Melvin of Myakka City, FL. She loved Pink(Proud Breast Cancer Survivor), shopping for bargains, and putting a smile on the faces of family, friends, and complete strangers. She worked throughout her life from New England Telephone, City of Waltham, Cahners publishing, Raytheon, and her favorite job, Grandma/Nana.
Betsy also leaves behind so many beloved nieces, nephews, godchildren, great-nieces and great-nephews, cousins, and friends. She treated everyone she met like family including her fellow bargain shoppers at T.J. Max.
To honor her wishes family and friends are welcome to gather for a Celebration of Life Thursday, January 13, 2022, from 4:00-7:00 pm at Thomas Hooker Live Events in Hartford.
In lieu of flowers, the family encourages you to make a donation to the American Cancer Society.
