Betty Jo Babich

August 11, 1927 - June 7, 2019

Betty Jo Babich passed away peacefully June 7, 2019, at the age of 91. She is survived by her brother, Boyde Striegel (Judy); daughter, JeanAnn Reisner; grandchildren, Colleen Lane (Gary), Beth Benson (Joe), Michael Massacci (Becky), Allison Brown (Jason), Nick Babich (Rebecca), Tony Babich, and Katie Babich; ten great grandchildren; Aunt, Frances Hutchison, and several cousins. She was preceded in death by her devoted husband of 51 years, Frank Babich; sons, Tim and Ted Babich, parents, Clyde and Elma Striegel; brothers, Bobby and Billy Striegel and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. For most of her career she worked as a switchboard operator. After retirement she joined the staff of Posada, an organization that assists homeless families, youth, and veterans. Betty was an enthusiastic party planner and hostess and also enjoyed music, reading, animals, and keeping in touch with her friends. She was a caring mother, grandmother, and friend and will be dearly missed. A Memorial Service will be held at 11:30am, Tuesday, June 18, 2019 at Roselawn Funeral Home Chapel with inurnment to follow at Roselawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Betty's memory to the Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region, 4600 Eagleridge Place, Pueblo, CO 81008; or Posada, 827 East 4th Street, Pueblo CO 81001.