Elizabeth K. Button

Sidney, NY

Elizabeth K. "Betsy" Button 81 of Sidney passed away peacefully at Robinson Terrace in Stamford.

She was born October 11, 1931, daughter of the late Clifford and Alma (Curtis) Knapp in Syracuse. Betsy married Nelson Button on June 12, 1954 in Onondaga Hill. He predeceased her on December 30, 2010.

Betsy graduated from Syracuse University with a Masters degree in education. She taught in the Sidney Central School system for many years, primarily in the Masonville Elementary School. Betsy was passionate about teaching and adored her students. She was honored to be named Teacher of the Year. Upon retiring, Betsy and Nelson focused on raising and showing AKC Cocker Spaniels. Betsy also devoted her time to the Hill and Valley Garden Club, the Beta Sigma Phi Sorority and for many years Betsy served on the Board of the Sidney Memorial Public Library.

She is survived by:

Daughters - Peggy Hillis and companion Dale Bryden, Delhi

Susan McCumiskey and husband, John, Norwich

A Grandson - Michael Bryden

As well as nephews.

Betsy was also predeceased by a brother, David Knapp and Sister, Beatrice Rea

Friends may call Sunday, September 8, 2013 from 4-7 PM at C.H. Landers Funeral Chapel 21 Main St. Sidney.

Funeral Services will be held Monday, September 9, 2013 at 2:00 PM with Rev. Pat Robinson officiating.

Burial in Prospect Hill Cemetery will follow

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association www.alz.org, Catskill Area Hospice and Palliative Care 1 Birchwood Drive Oneonta, NY 13820 or the Delaware Valley Humane Society 101 East Main St. Sidney, NY 13838

Condolences and memories may be shared online at www.landersfh.com

Arrangements are under the direction of C.H. Landers Funeral Chapel 21 Main St. Sidney.