Betty Jane Flaherty

March 5, 1920 - June 27, 2002

Betty Jane Flaherty, known affectionately as “Aunt Betty” or “B.G” to many, passed away peacefully following heart surgery. Born in Mannington, West Virginia, Betty moved to Seattle in the late forties. She worked as a waitress for fifty five years at The Wharf, John Franco’s Hidden Harbor, The Athenian Inn and other Seattle restaurants. While working at The Athenian, she enjoyed her cameo appearance in the movie “Sleepless in Seattle.” She volunteered regularly for homeless organizations, cancer victims, and she was a lifelong lover of animals.

She is survived by her niece, Brena Collins and husband Ben; great niece Bethany Moore, husband George and daughter Samantha; cousin William K. Williams and wife Sharon; her beloved friend Eileen Plante; animal companions Alex, Meechee, and Sarge; as well as many dear friends.

A Celebration of Betty’s life will be held Sunday, August 11th, from 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., at the Top of the Market, 93 Pike Street, Suite #307, Seattle, WA.

Remembrances can be made to your favorite animal charity or to the Homeless Meal Program, c/o Veterans Service Foundation of Washington, 7426 Beacon Ave. So., Seattle, WA 98118.

(As an aside, Betty was deeply involved in the Homeless Meal Program, serving at 71% of all the meals starting with the very first one on 9-11-1994 through and including the one on 5-5-2002.)