Obituary of Beatina Leiding

LEIDING, Beatina Emma "Betty" (nee Tosti), age 85, died peacefully at her home on Saturday, September 29, 2007, after a long battle with ALS. Born in Framingham, MA, she lived in Chicago and California prior to moving to Ridgewood 47 years ago. Beloved wife of George, to whom she was married for 61 wonderful years. Loving mother of Barbara Leiding of Bedminster and Walter Leiding and his wife Karen of Wyckoff. Dear grandmother of Joe Leiding of Wyckoff. She is also survived by her four sisters and one brother: Louise Galvani, Dorothy McGuire, and Joseph Tosti, all of Framingham, MA; Gloria Chandler of Camarillo, CA, and Eileen Tosti of Naples, FL. Betty was loved by countless friends across the country and around the world. Betty was a realtor for over 30 years, most recently with Coldwell Banker of Wyckoff. She served her country during World War II in the U.S. Coast Guard. Friends may visit the family on Monday, 2-4 and 7-9 PM at Vander Plaat Funeral Home, 257 Godwin Ave., Wyckoff. A funeral service celebrating Betty's life will take place on Tuesday, 11 AM at the funeral home. Interment will follow at Christ the King Cemetery, Franklin Lakes. Memorial contributions may be made to The ALS Association, Greater New York Chapter, 116 John St., Suite 1304, New York, NY 10038.