Obituaries

Betty Jean Liberto, 76, passed away on January 15, 2026. Service will be Friday, January 20, 2026 beginning with visitation at 9 am and funeral service to follow 11 am at Green Castle Baptist Church, 4970 Murphy Lane. Interment will be in Louisville Memorial Gardens West.

Betty Jean Liberto began her earthly journey on June 19, 1949, in New York City. The third of three children, she was affectionately known in her younger years as “B J.” Betty grew up with a strong sense of family and community and graduated from East Side High School in Paterson, New Jersey. After relocating to Baltimore, Maryland, Betty dedicated many years of service to the U.S. Social Security Administration. She took great pride in her work and was honored multiple times throughout her career for her commitment and excellence. Betty truly enjoyed what she did and the people she served.

Betty was well known for her much-anticipated Annual Christmas Gathering, a tradition that reflected her generous spirit. Every guest was welcomed with warmth, and each person received a carefully chosen gift—no one was ever forgotten. She found joy in working crossword puzzles, holiday cooking, savoring crabs with a cold drink, and settling in with a good crime novel. A woman of style, Betty loved her clothes and took pride in dressing well—always polished, always sharp. She was also a woman of faith and attended Portland Memorial in Louisville, Kentucky. Her most cherished role was that of grandmother. Lovingly called “GiGi” by her grandchildren, Betty was a devoted caregiver whose love and generosity in their lives knew no bounds.

Betty, was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph Liberto and Elizabeth Oliver, and her twin brother, Thomas Oliver. Celebrating her life and cherishing precious memories are her loving partner, James E. Wise; her sons, Mark Liberto (Nicole) and Tamal Liberto (Rebecca); her sister, Bessie “Vicky” Briggs; her grandchildren, Tavon A. Liberto, Anissia I. Liberto, Montre L. Liberto, Jason A. Liberto, and Trinity N. Liberto; four great-grandchildren; nephews James E. Briggs, Akiem Anthony, and Keith W. Williams; nieces Tracy Y. McCready and Nicole L. Briggs; and a host of other beloved family members, including great-nieces and nephews, in-laws, and special friends.

Betty Jean Liberto will be remembered for her warmth, generosity, impeccable style, deep love for her family, and the lasting impression she made on everyone blessed to know her.