Birth date: Sep 5, 1939 Death date: Jun 13, 2025
Betty Ellen Clendinnen of Altoona, Florida passed away on Friday, June 13, 2025, at the age of 85 years. She was born on September 5, 1939, in Hartford, Connecticut, to her parents: Walter and Ethyl (Johnson) Hallberg. Betty spent Read Obituary
Betty was a very dear friend for over the past 70 years. She was a kind, sweet and caring person to all she knew.
We saw each other when we both returned to Newington to visit our families who continued to lived across the street from each other. Since we lived in different states we kept in touch via snail mail.
IN 1998 we reunited at our 40th high school reunion. It was an exciting time for both of us to catch up with each other and get to know Bill and Gene respectively.
When Betty moved to FL we continued our friendship with weekly phone calls. We were able share recipes, talk about our families and especially our grandchildren among a long range of topics.
Betty and I journeyed through life together and I will miss my dear friend. The one phrase I will alway remember Betty
saying before we hung up the phone was, "until we talk again". I love you Betty.
Patti
Betty was a very dear friend for over the past 70 years. She was a kind, sweet and caring person to all she knew.
We saw each other when we both returned to Newington to visit our families who continued to lived across the street from each other. Since we lived in different states we kept in touch via snail mail.
IN 1998 we reunited at our 40th high school reunion. It was an exciting time for both of us to catch up with each other and get to know Bill and Gene respectively.
When Betty moved to FL we continued our friendship with weekly phone calls. We were able share recipes, talk about our families and especially our grandchildren among a long range of topics.
Betty and I journeyed through life together and I will miss my dear friend. The one phrase I will alway remember Betty
saying before we hung up the phone was, "until we talk again". I love you Betty.
Patti
Mrs. Clendinnen had a heart of gold and such a warm and loving spirit. As a small child growing up, I have many fond memories of camping trips, and the smell of chocolate chip cookies at a Saturday picnic! Most of all, I always remember the love and caring heart that she always showed me as a child Truly reflecting the spirit of Christ. Look forward to seeing you on the other side, Mrs. C.
The drive from Massachusetts always felt long, but the moment we hit the ferry in Connecticut, I knew we were close to Aunt Betty's house on Long Island, and my excitement would bubble over. The salty air, the gentle rocking of the boat, and the anticipation of seeing everyone made that ferry ride feel like the real start of summer.
Aunt Betty had this amazing, sprawling yard, a perfect playground for me and my cousins. We'd spend hours out there, inventing games, playing softball, climbing trees, and just being kids. And the food! Oh, the food was always incredible. Her kitchen was the heart of the house, always filled with delicious smells and the laughter of the family. Every meal was a feast, made even better by being surrounded by everyone I cherished.
But what I appreciated the most were the hours spent in the garage, watching her husband Uncle Bill work his magic on cars. He taught me so much about engines, about the satisfaction of taking something apart and putting it back together, better than before. I remember distinctly the orange VW Thing that sat in the corner for a while, a project car that eventually became a fun, quirky part of our family's history. It was more than just learning about cars; it was about learning patience, problem-solving, and the joy of working with your hands. Those visits were pure magic—a perfect blend of family, food, and fascinating lessons.
Goodbye, Aunt Betty!
