Mrs. Betty Jean Sorano 85 of 22 Schuyler Street, Dolgeville a lifelong resident, died Monday September 19, 2011 in St. Mary's Hospital Amsterdam, with the love and support of her family at her side. Betty was born in Dolgeville on September 24, 1925 the daughter of Lyndon and Ruth (Pierce) Lyon and was educated in Dolgeville Schools. Her marriage to Phillip G. Sorano took place on November 25, 1944 in Peekskill, New York. They would have celebrated 68 years of marriage this November. Betty's Father Lyndon owned and operated Lyndon Lyon Greenhouse in Dolgeville, where she worked alongside of her family for over 30 years. Her son Paul continues in the family business today. She was of the Methodist Faith and her hobbies included needlework, crossword puzzles, cooking and baking. Most important to her were her family and the many friends she had throughout her life. Betty is survived by her Husband Phillip of 67 years, her sons and their wives Paul G. Sorano of Dolgeville, Bradley J. and Alice Sorano of Cummings, GA., and Steven A. and Judy Sorano of Gansevoort, NY, a daughter Donna L. Schantz of Amsterdam, NY, a Brother Robert and his wife Juanita Lyon of Arlington, VA. Her Cherished grandchildren Damon, Seth, Andrew, Matthew, Daniela, Amanda, Kristi and Jenna, her great grandchildren Zachary, Brandon Rachel and Jacob, several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held Friday September 23, 2011 at Noon at the Roberts & Enea Funeral Home 3 Faville Avenue Dolgeville. Rev. R.W. Williams of Mountain Valley Hospice will officiate. Burial will follow in Dolgeville Cemetery. Calling hours are on Friday from 10AM until Noon. In lieu of flowers kindly consider a memorial to the Mountain Valley Hospice Program 73 North main St. Gloversville, NY 12078.