It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Elizabeth Anne (Peak) Carney of West Roxbury on April 18th, 2025 at Faulkner Hospital after a lengthy illness.

Betty was born in Boston (August 9th,1952) and raised in West Roxbury. She was the second of ten children of the late Edward W. and Alma (Cullen) Peak. A graduate of Roslindale High School, she began her career at Peter Bent Brigham Hospital eventually becoming a Unit Manager.

She was the beloved wife of Martin J. Carney with whom she was with for more than 50 years. Sister of Virginia Mullen of Paris, France, Mary Peak of Quincy, Theresa Peak of West Roxbury, Edward Peak Jr. of Quincy and sister of the late Susan Mutascio, Deborah Handrahan, Judith Peak, William Peak and Dorothy Peak. Also survived by many in-laws, nieces, nephews, extended family and her cherished pup Prince.

Betty was a voracious reader, crossword puzzler, kind hearted and witty. She will be greatly missed.

Funeral from The Robert J. Lawler & Crosby & Funeral Home, 1803 Centre St. West Roxbury on Monday April 28, at 10:30 am. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in The Holy Name Church at 11:00 AM. Relatives and friends are invited to attend. Visiting hours in the funeral home Monday morning from 9:00 to 10:30 am.