Elizabeth Ann Toth

Elizabeth Ann Toth passed away on October 18, 2023 in Romeo, Michigan at the age of 85. Betty was preceded in death by her husband John in 1989. She is survived by her loving daughters Lisa (Eric) Genord and Jennifer (Joe) Smith. Beloved grandmother of the late Austin , Garrett, Devin, Joey, and Leah. Dear sister of Judy (Doug) Borisen, and preceded by Virginia (Bill) O'Neil, and Mary Mrsa. Betty is also survived by many nieces and nephews. Betty graduated from Highland Park High School in 1956 and subsequently graduated from the Medical Office Assistant Course from Highland Park Junior College. She then worked for the dermatology office of Dr. Nelgadae Chisa in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. Betty married the love of her life, John Roger Toth, on September 30, 1967 at the Mary Martha Chapel at Greenfield Village in Dearborn, Michigan. John & Betty eventually moved to Sterling Heights, Michigan which was where they started their family and raised two daughters, Lisa and Jennifer. Sadly, in 1989 at the young age of 54, John passed away after a two-year battle with bone cancer. Betty continued to raise their daughters (then 18 & 14) on her own, never interested in dating or remarrying. She often said that “there was no one better than John, so why should I bother looking.” Betty was a devout Christian and a member of Faith Lutheran Church in Troy, Michigan. She relied on her faith and supportive family and friends to continue on after John’s passing. She was also the “second Mom” to many of Lisa and Jennifer’s friends, generously providing them with food, a place to stay, love and support. Betty had a selfless servant’s heart, prioritizing the care and needs of others ahead of herself, and throughout her lifetime was a caregiver to her husband, children, grandchildren, mother, sister Mae, and an “older sister” to her nephew Mark. Betty loved to spend time with family, travel, listen to 80’s music, especially Bon Jovi and Tina Turner, and enjoyed seeing musicals and plays at the theatre. Unfortunately, in her golden years, she was afflicted with dementia, which was a 7-year-long journey. Betty had such a positive impact on everyone she encountered, even during the latter years of her life. She was sassy, feisty, funny, and quick to give you a “love tap” on your rear end. Despite the disease and even amidst her cognitive decline, she still gave the best all-enveloping hugs and loved to show physical affection. Lisa and Jennifer would like their Mom to be remembered for her faith in Jesus Christ and her unconditional love of family and friends. She will be deeply missed by her daughters, family and friends, and all those whose lives she touched. Her daughters would also like to thank the compassionate and caring staff at Orchard Grove Senior Living Health Campus and Heart to Heart Hospice for taking care of our Mom for the last 6 ½ years of her life. If you wish to make a donation in Betty’s memory, the family suggests The Alzheimer’s Association or Heart to Heart Hospice. Visitation at the Wasik Funeral Home, Inc. 49150 Schoenherr Road (N. of 22 Mile Road) Shelby Township, Tuesday, October 24, 2023 2:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. with funeral service at 6:30 p.m.

Elizabeth Ann Toth

July 25, 1938 - October 18, 2023