Elizabeth Siegel

Elizabeth M. Siegel, 94 of Clinton, passed away 4-26-2022. Born in the Bronx, New York, she was predeceased by her parents Anthony A. Mahuske and Elizabeth S. Mahuske; Brother Robert P. Mahuske; and husband George J. Siegel.

“Betty”, was a Secretary in the Bronx New York before marrying her beloved husband George in 1954, when they moved to Clinton. A 68 year resident of Clinton, she worked at Pierson School as a “Lunch Mother” and then as a cook in the kitchen. She worked in all 4 Clinton Schools as a cook, and Head Cook at The Morgan School. She loved chaperoning for the Morgan School Music Exchange Concerts, loved all the students, and kept in touch with many to this day.

Betty was on the Comcast Cable Board in Clinton for over 20 years, joined Eastern Star at 18 yrs. old in the Bronx, continuing in CT with Bethlehem Chapter, Clinton, Olive Branch #87 in Madison, now under Mystic Chapter #20 in New Haven, being a 76 year member. She was a faithful member at The First Church of Christ, Congregational, Clinton for 55 years and member of Clinton American legion Post #66. An avid Bowler, Betty was recognized as the oldest living AMF female member in the country; she loved her children, grandchildren, gardening... aka “plant lady” at the Congregational Church Fair, and all her family & friends Agnes Nyiri, Bob & Barb Bruch...

and many more...and all her church family.

She is survived by son Arthur R. Siegel and wife Colette (Killingworth): daughter Laurel S. Iaccarino and husband, Dominic “Nick” (Clinton); five grandsons: Brian Siegel & wife Aimee (TX), Robert Lewis lll (Clinton), Jason Lewis (Clinton); Daniel Siegel (Killingworth), Evan Siegel (PA), two greatgrandsons; Owen & Liam Siegel (TX); Sister-in-Law Diane Mahuske (New Jersey) and many cousins, nieces, nephews & friends.

Calling hours are Friday, May 6, from 4pm to 8 pm at Swans Funeral Home, located at 80 E. Main Street, Clinton. A short service at Swans Funeral Home followed by interment at the Indian River Cemetery, Clinton CT is on Saturday, May 7 at 11 am.

The family is requesting all to wear a mask, they will be available at the door.

Donations in her memory can be made to Girl Scout Troop 62191 for the Sustainable Garden project or the First Church of Christ, Clinton Steeple Fund. www. swanfh.com