Betty L. Genovese, 72, of Northampton, died Oct. 14, 2023, while at Bethlehem South Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.

Born in Northampton, she was a daughter of the late Herbert and Frances (Smith) Ruch.

She was a 1969 Northampton High School graduate.

She was a customer service representative for the former Merchant’s Bank where she was teller of the month. She was most recently a dispatcher for PPL Electric for 24 years until she retired in 2016.

She was a member and treasurer of St. John’s United Church of Christ, Howertown.

She and her three sisters, known as the 4Bs, co-authored the “Ruch the Cook” cookbook.

She is survived by a son, Todd; three grandchildren, Alex, Thomas and Chanaya; a great-granddaughter, Adilynn; three sisters, Barbara Christman and husband Richard of Cherryville, Bonnie Herzog of Northampton and Beatrice Christoff and husband Stanley; a niece, Lori and husband Scott; four nephews, Chad, Brian and companion Erin, David and wife Mandy and John; a great-niece, Shelby; and five great-nephews, Dylan, Blake, Aiden, Landon and Logan.

She was predeceased by a brother-in-law, Donald Herzog; and a niece, Veronica Fabian.

There will be a calling hour 10-11 a.m., followed by a celebration of life service 11 a.m., Oct. 28 at the church, 22 Atlas Road, Northampton, 18067.

Contributions may be made to the church memorial fund. Dine out, tell fascinating stories, eat hearty and well and make unforgettable memories. Surprise a senior in a restaurant by spending five minutes chatting with them and, if you are capable, pick up the tab and make their day.

Arrangements were made by Schisler Funeral Home Inc., Northampton.