Elizabeth “Betty” J. (Sweeney) Carr
Elizabeth “Betty” (Sweeney) J. Carr of Milton died peacefully on Sunday, July 27, 2014. She was the beloved wife of Thomas F. Carr for 42 years.
Elizabeth was raised in Boston, where she attended St. Gregory High School in Dorchester. She worked as a parish secretary at St. Agatha Parish for more than 20 years, where she was also a Eucharistic Minister, a catechist, and was involved in the Pre-Cana program.
After raising her family, Elizabeth received her bachelor’s degree, summa cum laude, from the University of Massachusetts at Boston. She then embarked on a career as a middle school teacher, first at St. Brendan School in Dorchester, and later as a substitute teacher at St. Agatha School and St. Mary of the Hills School, both in Milton.
Elizabeth enjoyed reading, writing and walking. She was an active member of her book club and the OLLI Program at UMass for learners over 50, where she participated in many courses and trips.
She was the loving mother of Kathleen Carr Foster and her husband James of Milton and Christine Carr Carrillo and her husband Jorge of Wheaton, IL. Sister of George V. Sweeney of Elizabethville, NC, Judith A. Conway of Randolph, and James F. Sweeney of Siesta Key, FL. Devoted grandmother of Abigail Foster, Clare Foster, Kiara Carrillo and Irina Carrillo. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in Saint Agatha Church, Adams Street at Brook Road, Milton, Wednesday, July 30 at 10:30 AM. Relatives and friends invited to attend. Visiting hours at Dolan Funeral Home, 460 Granite Ave., EAST MILTON, Tuesday 4-8 PM. Interment Massachusetts National Cemetery, Bourne at 1:45 PM. In lieu of flowers, donations in Elizabeth’s memory may be made to NVNA Hospice Residence Hingham, 86 Turkey Hill Lane, Hingham, MA 02043.
Guestbook Entries
Tom and family….never was there a more faith filled person that i have known than “Betty Boop”. We shared alot of miracles…safe home Boop.
she is meeting Jesus as a dear friend. Betty was a gifted woman of deep faith and compassion; she enriched the lives of all who had the pleasure to know her
A wonderful woman, mother and wife. She was very spiritual and loving. There was never a time where she didn’t welcome you into her home and her heart. You will be dearly missed by so many. With all of my family’s love.
Corinne Collette and Family
Dear Kaci,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult period.
Dear Christine,
All our best wishes in this most difficult time. There are no words to express how we feel – we love you and we are here for you and your family for whatever you may need. The loss of a parent is one of the hardest things endure but with time, family, faith and friends it will be easier.
Sophia wants to let Kiara know that she misses her and can’t wait to give her a hug when you get back.
Jack hopes that you Christine will be okay and is sorry about your Mom.
Cairo Family
The OLLI program at UMass Boston will forever miss Elizabeth’s presence. Our Condolences goes out to her family.
Luci
Dear Kaci,
Very sorry to hear of your loss, my deepest condolences to you and your family during this difficult time.
Dear Kaci,
We wish to express our sympathy in your loss and to let you know that our thoughts are with you and your family.
Kousheh Family
Our lots and prayers go to the family of Betty. What an amazing person you were Betty. We are very sorry that we can’t be in Boston at this time. Know that we are with everyone one of you in spirit, celebrating the wonderful life of Betty. love and prayers, Eileen and John
Dear Tom and Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your girls.
Deb & Jim McCue
To Tom, Kathleen and Christine and all family, I am just learning of the passing of Betty and I am so saddened by this news. I spent many hours with Betty at St,.Agatha laughing about kids hers and mine and talks of her getting her degree and teaching, that seemed to be something she yearned for and accomplished as she so desired. Betty was one of the nicest women I have ever had the privilege of knowing . Because of her faith and love of God I know where she is, may you all be blessed with your memories, my love to all of you