Elizabeth A. Murnane
Died: Feb 22, 2016
Murnane
Murnane, Elizabeth Anne (Dunn), 88, of Long Valley, New Jersey died on February 22, 2016 after a brief illness. She was born on September 29, 1927 in Syracuse, New York and attended Most Holy Rosary High School in Syracuse. Betty was a Teacher’s Assistant at Old Farmers Road Elementary School in Long Valley for 30 years. Her work at Old Farmers allowed her to combine her deep love for children with her strong passion for education. Betty had an enthusiastic interest in the arts and loved visiting museums and galleries in Manhattan. She adored animals and was a strong advocate for the love and proper care of animals her entire life. Betty’s greatest joy in life was spending time with her children and grandchildren. Whether at the beach in York, Maine or around the dinner table in Long Valley, she was happiest when surrounded by her family. Betty was married for 46 years to her beloved husband Oliver G. Murnane, who predeceased her in 2003. Betty and Ollie had six children together. She was predeceased by her parents, John and Nora Dunn. She is survived by her dearly loved sister, Mary Jane “Teedie” Curtin of Syracuse, NY; her six children, Mark (Leslie) Murnane of Blairstown, Gerald (Tamara) Murnane of Long Valley, Suzanne (James) Quigley of Basking Ridge, William (Carolyn) Murnane of Wayzata, MN, Caroline (Thomas) Mercier of Beverly, MA, Jennifer (Angelo) DePace of Somerville and her fourteen loving grandchildren. Visitation will be held Thursday, February 25, 2016, 4-8pm at Cochran Funeral Home Inc., 905 High St., Hackettstown, NJ. A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at 10am, Friday, February 26, 2016 at St.John Neumann Catholic Church, Route 513, Califon, NJ. Burial will follow at German Valley Cemetery, Long Valley, NJ. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the ASPCA or St. Jude’s Children’s Research in memory of Elizabeth A. Murnane.

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Kathy and Russ Parsell
#5
March 2nd, 2016 4:27 pm
We just came back from Florida to find that our dear neighbor has passed away. Please accept our deepest condolences on her passing.
Don and Dolores Goldenbaum
#4
February 24th, 2016 12:08 pm
Our deepest sympathy to Betty's children and grandchildren. Betty worked with me as an assistant teacher in Kindergarten at Old Farmers Road School for many years. We had many after school conversations about education and her heart was always open to any child in need. She truly loved them all. Betty was also a neighbor, friend and mentor during our years in Long Valley. She and her family have touched our lives forever and we will always keep them in our hearts. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Wayne and Vicki Harmer
#3
February 23rd, 2016 8:05 pm
Jennifer and Angelo, our deepest condolences to you and the entire family. So very difficult to lose a Mom, Grandmother and friend. Thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Jill Gould Tregenza
#2
February 23rd, 2016 6:39 pm
To the entire Murnane family- my thoughts are with you right now. I send love to all of you. I am so grateful I had so many great times at the Murnane home growing up. I know from being behind the scenes- you were all blessed with wonderful parents! I am sorry to learn of "Harry's" passing. . I'm so thankful she came to my moms life celebration! Your mom really was a "cooldie" and she will live on in your hearts forever. Love and prayers to you all xxxxx Jill
Peggy Duvak
#1
February 23rd, 2016 1:58 pm
My deepest sympathy. I had the pleasure of working alongside Betty for many years in Kindergarten at Old Farmers Road School. She had a heart of gold. May warm memories help you through the days ahead.
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