Elizabeth W. Alwood

elizabeth alwood

May 21, 1934 ~ July 20, 2024

Born in: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Resided in: Fairfax, Virginia

After a long struggle with Alzheimer’s, Elizabeth (Betsy) Welbon Alwood, passed away peacefully July 20, 2024 at the age of 90 at Arden Courts Memory Care Home Fairfax, VA. Born May 21, 1934 in Philadelphia. Betsy attended W&L High School in Arlington, VA and Longwood College in Farmville, VA. A blind date in Japan led to a sixty five year marriage with her deceased husband John (d. Sept 2021). She and John having raised four children lived in Michigan (’56-’66), NOVA (’66-’87), Lewes, DE (’87-’18) and NOVA (‘18-present). Homemaker, turned high school English teacher turned real estate agent; Betsy was a force. Known for being a straight shooter, a quick wit, a voracious reader, an endless drive, collector of clocks, eye for gardening, and passion for golf; Betsy brought energy and life to the table. Betsy, mom, grandma will be missed.

In a mixture of both sadness and joy her family celebrates her homecoming with her Lord Jesus and awaits the day of being united with her in body and spirit. Betsy is survived by her four children Bruce (Kathy) Alwood, Karen (Rich) Corpe, Brad (Tim Wallace) Alwood and Kris (John) Colston; eight grandchildren and six great-grandchildren; sister Priscilla Ewy. A family gathering will take place in September in Lewes DE where Betsy and John’s ashes will be buried. Memorial Donations may be made to Cure Alzheimer’s Fund at which 100% of donations go to Alzheimer research https://curealz.org/giving/donate/

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  1. So sorry for your loss Bruce and Kathy and family! May God comfort you during this time and I hope you have a sweet celebration of your mom’s life! Sarah Kerr, Knoxville, TN

  2. To the extended Alwood Family, I’m so sorry for your loss. Betsy was a sincere Christian, a bundle of energy, a sharp wit, and a real joy to know! On top of that, she was the perfect Realtor for Dave and me. I know you will miss her, but I’m glad we’ll get to see her again one day. “Precious in the sight of the LORD is the death of his saints.” – Psalm 116:15
    Trusting in Jesus, for God is faithful. 🩷 Janet and Dave Marney

  3. John and Betsy were long time, loved friends and always generous with their love and wisdom! We were very blessed. I know you rejoice in your parents long lives and their commitment to you, their children! They will be missed by all of us. But our loss is heavens gain. We will all be with them in God’s providence, celebrating our Lord and Savior! ❤️

  4. My thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Alwood family. So many of my childhood memories include your mom and dad.


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