Elizabeth A. "Betty" Savidge

Elizabeth (Betty) A. Savidge (Eckel), 98, of The Highlands of Wyomissing, formerly of Reading, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at 5:15 am

Betty was the wife of the late Robert (Bob) S. Savidge who passed away February 24, 2010. They celebrated 60 years of marriage on May 8, 2009. Born in Reading, she was the daughter of the late Frank A. Eckel and Dorothy M. (Getrost). Her last employment was at Croll & Keck Department store as a secretary last working in 1952 when Scott was born.

She was a significant contributing member of Nativity Lutheran Church where she taught Sunday School and Bible School. She also worked as a volunteer at the Caum Home, Lutheran Pantry, and was active in the 50+ Club.

She was active at the 13th and Union PTO where she held various offices. She was also active at the Green Valley Country Club for 62 years and loved entertaining family and friends. She cherished her time with all her grandchildren. She enjoyed walking (frequently around Albright College), dancing, swimming, card playing, the theater and travel. Betty received congressional recognition for 50 + years of continual voting and took that responsibility seriously.

She graduated from Reading High School in 1944.

She is survived by three sons: Scott (Reading, PA), Bradford (Exeter, PA), and his twin Brian (Media, PA). Brad and wife Wendy have 3 sons: Travis D (and wife Allie), Benjamin M (and wife Meredith), and Thomas M (and wife Ellie). Brian and wife Christine have 3 children: Cortney B (and husband Douglas), Erica L (and husband Christopher), and Mark C. There are 10 Great-grandchildren ... and counting.

Betty was predeceased by 3 brothers (Richard, Brooke, and Donald) and 2 sisters (Maryjane, and Doris) and 23 nieces and nephews.

Funeral Service will be held at Bean Funeral Home, 1605 Rockland Street, Hampden Heights, Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 11:00 am. Reverend Drew Neidig will officiate. Interment will follow at Laureldale Cemetery. The family will receive relatives and friends at Bean Funeral Home, Tuesday from 9:30 am to 11:00 am. Floral tributes would be appreciated, or contributions may be made to Nativity Lutheran Church Memorial Fund, 1501 North 13th Street, Reading, PA 19604 in Memory of Elizabeth A. Savidge. Online condolences may be made at www.beanfuneralhomes.com