Betty Lou Nevejans

SHARON — Betty Lou Nevejans, 82, of West Main Street, died Nov. 19, 2008,  at Sharon Hospital. She was the widow of Morris J. Nevejans.

She was a resident of Sharon for many years.

She is survived by five sons, George, Neal, John, Roger and Carl; three daughters, Laura Lou, Mary and April; and three grandchildren.

A memorial service was celebrated Nov. 22 at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses in Millerton.

Memorial donations may be made to the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, 2988 Bruckner Blvd., Bronx, NY, 10465.

The Kenny Funeral Home in Sharon had charge of arrangements.

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