Elizabeth Furgeson
September 27, 1927 ~ August 27, 2010
Elizabeth "Betty" Furgeson, 82, of Weirton died Friday August 27, 2010, at the Weirton Geriatric Center.
Born on September 27, 1927, in Weirton WV, Betty was a daughter of the late Thomas and Henrietta Monseau Mentzer. She was preceded in death by an infant daughter, Susan Furgeson, two sisters, Doris Robertson, and Beverly Hinchee; a son in law, Robert "Milo" Milosh.
She served her country with the United States Air Force.
Betty's career started with the C& P Telephone Company as a telephone operator. She then joined Weirton Steel for the next 32 years, starting as an operator and then eventually promoted to the Secretary for the Vice President of Operations, a position she held until her retirement.
Betty also was the Secretary of Anderson's Children's Home in Follansbee, WV.
Betty was a member of the Weirton Heights Memorial Baptist Church, the Management Club and Twenty Five Year Club of Weirton Steel.
She is survived by her daughters, Carrie and Thomas Cooper and Starry Milosh; a brother, Donald and Rita Mentzer all of Weirton; a sister, Georgette Henry and her husband Dee of McKees Rocks, PA; brothers in law, Leonard Robertson and Robert Hinchee eight grandchildren, Wendy Derthick, Shannon (Jason) Mathena, Jamie (Robert) Bell, Charles, Zachary and Amanda Cooper, Ryan and Danny Milosh; four great grandchildren, Andrew and Alexis Bell, Melodee and Maci Milosh.
Visitation will be 1-3 and 6-8 PM Sunday at the Greco Hertnick Funeral Home, 3219 Main Street, where funeral services will be held 10 AM Monday.
Rev. William C. Stout will preside.
Interment will follow at the Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens, Weirton, WV
Grandma Furgeson was the best. You could tell just from being around her how much she loved her family. She was supportive and sweet and never said a harsh word about anyone. I remember her coming to all of our softball games to cheer us on. She is irreplacable and will be deeply missed by everyone.
Carrie, Tom & Family, My sister and I want to express our deepest sympathy on the loss of your mom. I remember her at WSC and she was always so sweet and kind to me and everyone. May she rest in peace.
Donald and family, Sorry to hear of the loss of your sister. will always remember her at wsx with the smile on her face. she was one in a million. our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. sincerely, Carl and Jerry Hamill
Starry, Carrie, Donnie & families: Elaine and I would like to extend to you, our deepest sympathy. Betty was a true friend and wonderful person. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you all.
Carrie, I’m so sorry to hear about your mother. Please know your in my prayers.
To the family, I’m sorry to hear of Betty’s passing. I have many fond childhood memories of her. She truely was a wonderful person!! You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Dear Donny Georgette and families. It is with great sadness that I heard of the passing of my first cousin Betty Furgeson, She was such a role model for me when I was growing up. I wanted to be just like her. She joined the Air Force and I joined the Navy. She had the sweetest disposition. I haven’t seen her in a long time, but I will miss her. All of you are in my thoughts and prayers. Rest in Peace Betty
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Rest in Peace, Grandma Ferguson! She was such a wondeful person and an awesome Grandma, just like Grandma Derthick! Maybe they can get together a game of “cards” together in Heaven! Sadly missed by all of us! Have a safe trip back home Wendy, Shannon and Jamie and families!
Starry and Carrie, I am so sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. She was one of the nicest people I have met. My thoughts are with you.
Carrie and Starry, I just learned of your mother’s passing last night. Please accept my deepest sympathy. I am so sorry that I didn’t get to offer my condolences in person, as I did not know and feel so bad. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your families.
Dear Starry, Carrie, Donnie, and Families, We are so sorry over your loss. Betty was always so helpful and kind. Sorry also that we were unable to make it to the funeral home to share our condolences in person. Betty is now at peace and in a better place. Ray & Sandi Gajtka & Family