Elizabeth Ann Barbera

Elizabeth Ann Barbera “Betty”, age 78, of Smyrna, TN passed away Monday, March 19, 2012 in her home surround by her family. Betty was born December 18, 1933 in Malone, NY to the late Margaret and Joseph Laceris. As a teen Mrs. Barbera was considered a singing sensation a radio star. Throughout her life she fostered 15 children. Betty loved to go boating with her family on Percy Priest Lake. Mrs. Betty is survived by her husband, George Barbera of Smyrna; Five Sons: Tom Mary Anne Barbera of Smyrna, John Barbera of Buffalo, NY, Ron Stephanie Barbera of Waco, TX, Lonnie Barbera of Buffalo, NY, and Carl Nicole Barbera of Buffalo, NY; One daughter, Linda Kevin Konstabel of Smyrna; One brother, Roger Lacertis of Buffalo, NY; Two sisters, Shirley of Buffalo; Sister, and Trudy Lannon; she also has 16 grandchildren; and 4 great grandchildren. A service will be held Thursday at St. Luke’s in Smyrna, TN. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.cremationsocietyoftn.com