Elizabeth HORVATH

27 DEC 1921 - 7 JUL 2012

• BIRTH: 27 DEC 1921, South Bend, IN
• BURIAL: Highland Cemetery, South Bend, IN
• DEATH: 7 JUL 2012, South Bend, IN

• MARRIAGE: 19 JUL 1941, Hungarian Presbyterian Church

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[N5491] Birth: Dec. 27, 1921
South Bend
St. Joseph County
Indiana, USA
Death: Jul. 7, 2012
St. Joseph County
Indiana, USA

Elizabeth "Betty" Gerencser
Dec. 27, 1921 - July 7, 2012

SOUTH BEND - Elizabeth Gerencser, 90, of South Bend, IN, passed away at 10 AM July 7, 2012 at the Michiana Health and Rehabilitation Center. She was born on December 27, 1921 in South Bend, IN to Louis J. and Nancy (Dolgos) Horvath. In her early years she was formerly employed at Wilson Brothers and then became a devoted wife and mother. She always had a friendly smile for everyone she met. She cared for many family members and friends. She also was a Volunteer Guide at the Indiana Historical Museum. She was a lifelong resident of Greene Township and lived her entire life within a few miles of her homestead. Her many handwritten heartfelt cards and letters will be cherished forever and touched many lives.

On July 19, 1941 in South Bend, at the Hungarian Presbyterian Church, she married Alex J. Gerencser Sr., who passed away on June 14, 1984.

Surviving are two daughters, Janet (David) Hankins and Judith (Darryl) Kroger both of South Bend, IN, a son, Alex J. Jr. (Pamela) also of South Bend, IN, one granddaughter, Melissa (Elmer) Goins of South Bend, and three great grandchildren. Preceding her in death were her parents, a sister, Mary Csakany, three brothers, Frank, Louis and Carl Horvath, and a grandson, Daniel Kroger. Services will be held at 11 AM Wednesday at the Memorial Presbyterian Church, 1836 North Portage Avenue. Friends may call from 3-7 PM on Tuesday in the Zahoran Funeral Home, 1826 S. Kemble Ave., and one hour prior at the church. Burial will follow at Highland Cemetery. Elizabeth was a member, Elder, Deacon, Sunday School Teacher and Superintendent of the Sunday School. She also was a member of the Keenagers of Greene Township. In lieu of flowers, at Betty's request all memorial contributions may be made to the church. To leave an online condolence, visit our web site at www.Zahoran.com.

Published in South Bend Tribune on July 9, 2012

Burial:
Highland Cemetery
South Bend
St. Joseph County
Indiana, USA