Bette Ghidotti
August 14 1933 - January 15 2008
Visitation :
John Quint Treboni Funeral Home
Friday January 18th 2008 4:00-8:00 PM
1177 W. 5th Avenue
Columbus Ohio 43212
Services:
Funeral Mass
Saturday January 19th 2008 at 10:00 am
St. Timothy Catholic Church
1088 Thomas Lane
Columbus
, Ohio 43220
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Obituary
Bette Mae Ghidotti of Upper Arlington, Ohio passed away on Tuesday, January 15, 2008 at the age of 74 with her family by her side. She was born on August 14, 1933 on the south side of Chicago, Illinois and was the only child of Gordon and Julia Little, both of whom predeceased her. Bette leaves her husband Edward Leo Ghidotti after 52 years of marriage. Ed was an extremely devoted husband and lovingly stood by her side especially during her battle with ovarian cancer. Bette was a graduate of the nursing program at South Chicago Community Hospital and served as a registered nurse for several years before moving with her family to Columbus, Ohio in 1965. In her early years in Columbus, she worked as a registered nurse for Dr. Good of Clintonville and thereafter for Hooper Holmes performing insurance pre-screening physicals. What was most important to Bette during her life was her family. She was a strong and unwavering wife, mother, grandmother "Nanny" and friend to her four children and nine grandchildren. Bette will be lovingly remembered by her four children: Marc (Kristi), Denise, Janise, and Paul (Kathie), all of whom reside in Central Ohio. Bette loved her nine grandchildren very much and was an active part of all of their lives. They are: Ashley, Kristina, Matthew, Weston, Adriane, Will, Alex, Lauren, and Claire. She is also survived by her brother-in-law Bruno Ghidotti of Upper Arlington, Ohio (formerly, Chicago, Illinois) and her cousins John Carlson of Placentia, California and Dave Carlson of Berryville, Arkansas. Bette loved sports and was an active participant of many sports including tennis, swimming, and golf. She could regularly be found poolside or courtside at the Swim and Racquet Club in Upper Arlington, Ohio or at Ed and Bette's vacation home in Siesta Key, Florida. Bette recently received recognition as an Honored Nominee for the 2006 Grandparent of the Year award at Miami University - where her oldest granddaughter currently attends. Bette was a great friend to many and always had a positive outlook on life. A special thanks to the prayer group at St. Timothy's Church and the many family friends that kept Bette in their hearts and prayers. Friends may call FRIDAY, January 18, 2008 from 4:00-8:00 PM at the JOHN QUINT FUNERAL HOME, 1177 W. 5TH AVENUE. Funeral Mass will be held at 10:00 AM, SATURDAY, January 19, 2008 at St. Timothy Catholic Church, 1070 Thomas Lane, Columbus, Ohio, 43220, Msgr. John G. Johnson, Presider and Msgr. Paul P. Enke, Concelebrant. FRIENDS ARE ASKED TO MEET AT CHURCH. PRIVATE FAMILY ENTOMBMENT at Resurrection Cemetery Mausoleum, Lewis Center, Ohio. After being diagnosed with stage three ovarian cancer in October 1999, Bette continued to live life to the fullest spending time between medical treatments with her active family while never leading on to the pain she was enduring. She was always "there" for her family no matter how difficult her battle with the illness became. During her battle, Bette was cared for by Dr. J. Bell (Riverside Methodist Hospital) and Dr. L. Copeland (James Cancer Center at The Ohio State University). In lieu of flowers, the family asks that contributions be made in the name of Bette Ghidotti to either: the Riverside Oncology Services Fund, c/o OhioHealth, 180 East Broad Street, 31st Floor, Columbus, Ohio, 43215; or Copeland Professorship in Gynecologic Oncology, Fund #641444, OSU Medical Center Development, P.O. Box 183112, Columbus, Ohio 43218-3112. Condolences may be sent via www.johnquint.com. In Bette's final days on earth, Bette wrote in her diary, "I fought a valiant battle and one day, God-willing, research will win and ovarian cancer won't 'whisper' anymore".
Contributions
Contributions may be directed to any of the followingCondolences for Bette Ghidotti
From :
To :
Date: January 17th 2008
Dear Janise and all...
Your Mother was a wonderful lady, and had a very blessed life. Her memory will live in your hearts forever and she will be your guardian angel.
May you find comfort and peace at this difficult time.
God bless,
Kelley
From : Larry Copeland
To : Ed and family
Date: January 17th 2008
Bette was clearly a special person. It was a privilege for me to be one of her physicians. She definitely was strong willed and expressed her autonomy very well and appropriately. I am certain she was a wonderful wife, mother and grandmother. She will be remembered fondly.
Peace be with you and your family as you celebrate her life. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Larry
From : Anne Mackin
To : Denise and family
Date: January 17th 2008
I'm sorry your mother has passed. Somehow you think they will always be with you. My sympathies are with you all. Sincerely, Anne
From : Char Story & family
To : Denise, Weston & family
Date: January 17th 2008
Dear Denise, Weston & family,
Your mom/"Nanny" will be greatly missed by all.
She was a beauiful, loving lady. You and your
family are in our hearts and prayers.
Love,
Char
From : Dan and Anita Yovich
To : Ed and family
Date: January 17th 2008
We were so sorry to hear of Bette's passing. She was dear to all who knew her. We will keep you and your family in our prayers. We are so sorry for your loss.
From : Pat and Norma Mollica
To : ED GHODTI
Date: January 17th 2008
Dear Ed,
Norma and i wish to convey our condolences to you and entire family on your great loss of Bette. She will be missed by the many people whose leves she touched.
Love
Pat and norma
From : Chris Marinello
To : Denise and Family
Date: January 17th 2008
Dear Denise,
I saw your Mother's obituary in the Dispatch. I am so sorry for your family's loss. Celebrate her life and treasure the fun memories. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
God's blessings on all of you.
Chris
From : Armand and Sally Martino
To : EdGhidotti and family
Date: January 17th 2008
Dear Ed and Family,
We were so saddened to get the news of Bette's death. We had such hope that she would beat this thing and then it didn't happend. We have all of you in our prayers. Florida won't ever be the same without her.
We can't get there Friday, but we will be at Mass on Saturday. Much love to you all. Sally and Armand
From : Msgr. Joseph Hendricks
To : Paul
Date: January 17th 2008
Dear Paul and family,
Please be assured of my prayers for you all and your Mom at the time of your loss. I will especially remember yur Mom at mass this weekend.
May she rest in peace of the Risen Lord.
Sincerely,
Msgr. Joseph Hendricks
From : John Rosen
To : The Ghidotti family
Date: January 18th 2008
I was so sorry to hear of Bette's passing.She was always such a warm friendly person that I always felt like a good friend,though we might not see each other for years.I know she has fought a long hard battle and is now at peace.
From : Sue Norris
To : Ed Ghidotti
Date: January 18th 2008
Dear Ed, the beautiful life that Bette lived was so eloquently conveyed in the obituary. You were so lucky to have had such a wonderful life partner and may those memories sustain you. I deeply mourn your loss and admire your courage during her life struggle these last years. Sue
From : Fran Carlson
To : Ed and family
Date: January 18th 2008
I am sorry I cannot be with your family at this time of sorrow. But the miles between us does not
lessen the grief that I feel for the loss of Bette.
Although we all now experience the deep pain of this loss, let our hearts find comfort in knowing her's has, at last, ended. My prayers are with you and my beloved friend Bette.
Fran
From : Beverly and Bill Grant
To : Janise and Family
Date: January 18th 2008
Dear Janise -- We are so sorry to hear of your mother's death. She was a tough "cookie," as they say. Nancy called to tell us -- again, our sympathy. Love, Beverly and Bill
PS what a great friendship you and Nancy have!
From : Robert Carlson
To : Ed and family
Date: January 18th 2008
I am so sorry for your loss. She will be missed by all that knew here. My thought and prayers are with all of you.
Bob
From : Rick & Pat McClure
To : Ed and Family
Date: January 21st 2008
Dear Ed and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
When the sun is out in Ohio I will think of Bette on the courts or sitting at the pool at Swim & Racquet.
Peace be with you.
Rick & Pat McClure
From : Rita Willcox
To : Ed
Date: January 21st 2008
I first met you at the walk three years ago and I have been getting reports on your wife from my daughter Kathy. I know how hard she tried to live long and well. I am so sorry for your loss. Keep good thoughts for me. We will keep fighting for a cure. Rita and Rod Willcox
From :
To :
Date: January 26th 2008
From : Lisa Hayman
To : Denise
Date: February 12th 2008
Denise,
Just wanted to say I am very sorry about your loss. Your mother was a great lady. She loved you all. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Lisa Melvin Hayman
From : alex
To : my family
Date: May 30th 2010
i love you nanny and miss you so much you're amazing and ill never forget that love you....Alex