Betty Lou (Trafton) Rowe

Betty (Trafton) Rowe of York, passed away on April 22, 2026 at age 94.  Betty  graduated from Portsmouth High School in 1951 and shortly after went to work for the New England Telephone Company. In 1957, she married Del Rowe and they had four children. Betty was an avid golfer and a member of York Golf and Tennis Club.  Betty was also an active member of the Telephone Pioneers and St. Christopher’s Catholic Church.  In retirement Betty and her husband Del lived a life full of cross country travel, golf and volunteering with the Special Olympics and Meals on Wheels.

Betty is survived by her four children, Noreen (Eddie) Pike of York, John of Milton MA,, David of Boston MA and Peter of York; two granddaughters, Kathleen Seidel and Elizabeth Pike; one great-granddaughter, Molly Seidel; and many loving nieces and nephews. Betty was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 64 years, Del Rowe. 

The family would like to express their gratitude to the staff at Beacon Hospice and her caregivers, Nicky, Genai, Patty, and Cindy.

Calling hours will be at Lucas & Eaton Funeral Home in York from 5:00 to 7:00 PM on May 7, 2026, and a funeral Mass at St. Christopher's Catholic Church, 4 Barrell Lane, York ME at 11:00 AM on May 8, 2026.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you make a donation in Betty’s name to a charity of your choice.

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