Beatriz Verastegui, 99

February 23, 2024

Beatriz Verastegui (Betty), 99, passed away on February 20, 2024. Born in Mexico in 1924. Beatriz was preceded in death by her loving spouse, Nicolas, and is survived by her three children, Marti (Allan), Checo and Letty; her three grandchildren, Rick (Angelica), Geoff (Courtney) and Andy (Lydia); and her great-grandchildren, Lila and Oliver.

Betty lived through so much; a life of hard work and responsibilities taken on too soon. The eldest daughter of Carmen and Samuel. Sibling to three brothers and six sisters. In her youth, working odd jobs to bring food to the table but also attending school, enjoying biking, volleyball and picnics in the park. In the 40’s, locking eyes across a dance floor, she met a handsome cadet at a military ballroom dance who wooed her, and became her life partner and spouse. In the 50’s, she came to the U.S., moving to Chicago to further opportunities for the family and provide education to her children. In the 60’s, to assist her spouse, she entered the workforce finding her niche making delicious salads and desserts for the infirm. In the 70’s, although working a full-time job, she adored caring for her affectionate first-born grandson whenever she could. Betty loved to cook and hosted many gatherings where our extended family enjoyed her tasty traditional Mexican cuisine, while sharing laughter and stories. She loved to converse, make new friends and travel too. After retiring in the 90s, Betty and Nicolas moved to their dream home in Lancaster, enjoying the company of her twin grandsons and great-grandchildren. Beatriz and Nicolas remained together until his passing in 2014. Deeply spiritual, she often contemplated her purpose in life and spent many hours in prayer.

Family will receive friends Friday, February 23, 2024 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 119 S Prince St, Lancaster, PA 17603, from 9am to 10am with a Mass of Christian Burial to begin at 10am. For those who cannot attend, click here to watch the service online. Scroll to bottom of page and click on Livestream link. Interment will take place Tuesday, February 27, 2024 at 11am at St. Joseph New Catholic Cemetery, 170 Charles Rd., Lancaster, PA. 17603.

In remembrance of Beatriz, please join us in a Memorial Mass and luncheon on Saturday, May 25, 2024. The Mass will be held at 11:00 am. St Mary of the Angels, 1850 North Hermitage Avenue (on the corner of Cortland and Hermitage; Exit the Kennedy at Armitage), Chicago, Illinois 60622. The celebration of life luncheon will be held after the mass from 12:30 pm-3:30 pm. Lan’s Chicago, 1438 W Cortland Street, Chicago, IL 60642. Please share this information with friends and family. RSVPs are appreciated. Many thanks for your prayers and messages.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Betty’s name may be given to: St Mary’s Church (119 S. Prince Street, Lancaster, PA 17603) or St. Mary of the Angels (1850 N Hermitage Ave, Chicago, IL 60622).