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Elizabeth A. "Betsy or Liz" Ruff, 67, of Jamestown, passed away on Monday, November 9, 2026 in UPMC Hamot, Erie, PA, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on December 3, 1958 in Jamestown, a daughter of the late Ernest B. and Rose M. Fuller Eggleston.Betsy was a 1977 graduate of Falconer Central School.
She enjoyed reading and her greatest treasure in life was her family- especially her children, grandchildren, and great-grandson.
Betsy is survived by her two sons Justin (April) Josephson and Bobby (Jessie) Shaffer; three grandchildren: Luve and Lynette Josephson, Christian Osborne; a great-grandson Zane Matthew Snow; a sister Dora (Nathan) Emmick; a brother Allyn Eggleston; several nieces and nephews; and close friend Carlene Swiacke.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband William Smith; a son Jeremy B. Josephson, who passed away on February 23, 2026; a sister Valitta M. Eggleston; a niece Tabitha Whitmore; a nephew Timothy Emmick; a great-nephew Matthew Bragg; and a great-niece Zoe Rayne Emmick.
No service or visitation will be observed.
Memorials may be made to Pick of the Litter, 1805 E Elmwood Ave., Falconer, NY 14733.
Peterson Funeral Home, Frewsburg is handling arrangements.
You may leave a memory and words of condolence by visiting www.petersonfh.net.