Betty Louise Zyvoloski

Betty Zyvoloski, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on February 6, 2025, at the age of 84.

Born on March 8, 1940, in Redlands, California, Betty lived a life filled with love, creativity, and kindness. She dedicated over three decades to shaping young minds as an elementary school paraprofessional, working tirelessly from 1974 until her retirement in 2008.

Betty was a woman of many talents and passions. She found joy in crochet, needlepoint, sewing, and cake decorating, and she loved working on jigsaw puzzles and immersing herself in a good book. She was an active member of a Bunco group, always enjoying laughter and camaraderie with friends. A devoted Catholic, she was a member of St. George Church in Ontario, California.

She was known for her creativity, determination, and, above all, her generous and loving nature. Betty made her family feel deeply cherished, and her kindness left a lasting impression on all who knew her. She had a special love for Christmas, always making the holiday season magical for those around her, and she was famous for her delicious peanut butter fudge. The beach brought her great happiness, and her favorite color, pink, reflected her bright and joyful spirit.

Betty was preceded in death by her beloved husband, James S. Zyvoloski. She is survived by her brother, Richard Townsend; her children, Lorri Song, Dave Longley, and Nannette Anders; as well as seven grandchildren and one great-grandchild.

An interment was held at Riverside National Cemetery in Riverside, California. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that loved ones send a card in her memory.

Betty’s warmth, love, and creativity will forever be cherished by those who were fortunate enough to know her. She will be deeply missed but never forgotten.