DIGGS, Elizabeth (Atkinson) "Betty"- Of Malden, October 23rd. Devoted wife of the late Maurice E. Diggs, Jr. Beloved mother of Ralph S. Bowdridge, Jr. and his wife Margaret of Plymouth, Judith Bucci and her husband Douglas of Malden, William G. Bowdridge and his wife Darlene of Everett, Margaret Appignani and her husband John of Malden, Maurcia St. John of Saugus and the late Maurice E. Diggs, III. Dear sister of William Atkinson of Canada and the late Joan London and Constance Northrup. Also lovingly survived by 12 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren as well as many nieces and nephews including Lori O'Blenis and family of St. John, Canada. Family and friends are kindly invited to attend a Graveside Service on Wednesday morning, October 30th at 10 AM in Forest Dale Cemetery, 150 Forest Street, Malden. Please meet at main entrance at 9:45 AM. Expressions of sympathy in her name may be made to the Salvation Army, 231 Main Street, Malden, MA 02148.
Betty was born in Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada and came to the states in 1948 settling in Malden, MA. Betty would say that over the course of her life, the best job she had and most meaningful was that of raising her family. She took great pride of being honored to be “Nana” to the many children and families she cared for during her lifetime. Betty also kept her home door open for those that needed a warm meal, advice, a friend, or simply a hug. Thus, instilling in the heart of her family the importance of caring for others in need. Betty’s early years included her love and commitment to the Salvation Army, as her church but also to its Women’s League and other family activity. Betty loved cooking and baking, designing “Nana’s” cards, reading, knitting and keeping up with the news of the day.