Beatrice M. “Betty” (DuPont) Merlin, a lifelong resident of Medford, died at her home on Sunday, July 20, 2009. She was 76 years old.
Betty was born in Somerville, Massachusetts, on October 17, 1932, the daughter of the late Harry H. and Hazel (Conrad) DuPont. She was a graduate of the Medford Public School system, class of 1950.
Betty is survived by her daughter, Robin and her husband Joseph Carroll of Medford and was the sister of Isabelle Smith of Medford, Lawrence DuPont of Gardiner, Russell DuPont of Tennessee, Mary DuPont of Somerville, Frederick DuPont of Columbia, New Hampshire, Jane Ranberg of Litchfield, New Hampshire and the late Robert and Harry DuPont. Betty is also survived by one granddaughter, Kim Carroll and many nieces and nephews.
Visiting hours were held in the Beals-Geake-Magliozzi Funeral Home, 29 Governors Avenue, Medford, Friday, July 24, 2009, from 4 to 7 PM. Her funeral service was celebrated, Friday, following the visitation at 7 PM. Many relatives and friends are respectfully attended. Interment was private. For additional information, please visit www.magliozzifuneralhome.com.