“Love does not consist in gazing at each other but in looking outward
together in the same direction.”
– Antoine de Saint Exupery
Betsy Colt Brinkley, 69, a lifelong resident of Warren, PA, died
peacefully Thursday, March 1st, 2018 at the John and Orpha Blair
Hospice Residence following a courageous 10 year battle with
Alzheimer’s Disease.
Born on December 23, 1948, exactly one year to the day before her
husband, in Warren, PA. She was the daughter of the late P. Howard
and Margaret McLaren Colt. Betsy was a 1966 graduate of Warren Area
High School and received a bachelor’s degree in Education from the
Pennsylvania State University in 1970. She was employed with the
Warren County School District before retiring to dedicate herself to
being the best mother, wife, and friend.
Betsy is survived by her husband, Veryl H. Brinkley, whom she married
on August 1st, 1970 in Warren, 3 loving sons, Ben Brinkley and wife,
Rita, of Warren, PA, Sam Brinkley and wife, Andrea, of Richmond, VA,
and Jordan Brinkley and wife, Lydia, of Syracuse, NY; 5 beloved
grandchildren – Jonah, Ethan, Logan, Griffin, Violet, and a 6th on the
way; her brother Peter H. Colt, his wife, Jyan, of Daytona Beach, FL
and their daughter, Corey Colt, of Maitland, FL. In addition to those
mentioned previously, she is survived by many devoted friends, all of
whom she loved as family.
Betsy had a quick wit, always had a smile on her face, and enjoyed
bringing laughter to all those around her, whether a lifelong friend
or a stranger she had just met. She was an incredibly empathetic
person, love and friendship were truly her life work. Betsy touched
all who had the honor of knowing her.
Betsy was a tirelessly devoted mother who spent countless hours in
support of her sons’ sports teams and their many other extracurricular
activities. She enjoyed jigsaw puzzles, crossword puzzles,
socializing with her dear friends in card club, and volunteer work,
particularly with Warren area schools and the Youth Connection of
Warren County. She also loved spending time at Van Buren Point, NY
and an occasional slush on the beach with friends.
There will be a gathering of family and friends this summer at a date
to be announced. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Donald E.
Lewis Funeral Home, Inc., 304 East St., Warren, PA 16365. E-mail
condolences may be sent by visiting www.lewisfuneralhomeinc.com.
Those wishing to place memorial donations may do so to Hospice of
Warren County, 1 Main Ave., Warren, PA 16365.
“The riders in a race do not stop when they reach the goal. There is
a little finishing canter before coming to a standstill. There is
time to hear the kind voices of friends and say to oneself, “The work
is done.”
– Oliver Wendell Holmes Sr.
Follow you heart to your Dreams
Your Dreams lead to your Soul
Your Soul will meet your Angels
Your Angels guide you to your Destiny
Betsy truly “touched all who had the honor of knowing her”.
I was honored to have her for my best friend all the years we were growing up.
Love isn’t what you say, Love is what you do- and she did so much.
Rest In Peace my dear friend
Veryl and Family, Words cannot fill the hole in my heart over the loss of Betsey. She was the most caring, considerate , loving person I have had the pleasure to know and be with. I loved her and will miss her !
Yours in Loving care , WOOD THE DUCK
Beryl & Family,
May Betsy rest peacefully in the arms of her lord. May her journey be peaceful.
May you find comfort in knowing she is walking with her lord.
Our prayers are with all of you today and always.
The Pazderski Family
Veryl and Families,
Very sorry to hear about the loss of Betsy. Take care and may God bless.
Henry and Katy Kutschke.
Veryl and family.Please accept our deep sympathy for your loss.Time and Gods’ Blessing will help heal. Joe And Gin Letko
So sorry for your loss Veryl.
Veryl and family, we were so saddened to hear about Betsy. We too, feel privileged to have known her. She was so fun, so witty, a pure joy to know. Betsy’s love for you, Veryl, and her three sons was always foremost. Our prayers and love to you. Al & Deb Bean
Veryl (Art) and family,
It’s with great sadness that I send my deepest sympathy for the passing of Betsy! She was truly one of a kind and will be greatly missed! Godspeed. Rick Nowacki (gym)
It was a real honor to have known Betsy. She was the best, most devoted mother I have ever seen and as such, an inspiration to all those around her.
To the Brinkley and Colt families, I am so sorry to learn of your loss. Although I knew Betsy many years ago, I’ll always remember her as a wonderful and loving person. My sincere condolences.
“My Deepest Condolences go out to the Brinkley family, I hope you find comfort in these words, “He will swallow up death forever,……And will wipe away the tears from all faces. Isaiah 25:8. Trust in Jehovah’s promise of the resurrection hope. jw.org
Sadly, I just learned of Betsy’s passing. I remember her as a caring and very witty lady who always looked on the bright side of life.
My sincere condolences to her family.