Michael Carl Betson

Michael Carl Betson, 73, of Quakertown, PA, passed away on October 11th, 2023, at St. Luke’s Hospital Upper Bucks. Born in Philadelphia, PA, Michael was the son of the late John Betson and the late Helen Betson (Morris). 

Michael graduated from Cardinal Dougherty High School in Philadelphia. He dedicated his life to serving others. Michael was a Vietnam Veteran and he proudly served in the United States Navy where he served as a boiler man on the USS John R Craig DD885 destroyer. Michael was a Police Officer for nearly 20 years, serving in the 18th and 25th District of Philadelphia. He then went on to work at Frankford Hospital as a CNA and Rockhill Mennonite Home as an LPN where he retired from. In his free time, Michael enjoyed, hunting, riding his motorcycle, and watching the Phillies play baseball, Go Phillies! Above all, Michael’s greatest pleasure in life was spending time with his family and friends. 

Michael will be dearly missed by his wife, June, together they shared 40 years of marriage; his children, William Betson, John Betson, and Chris Betson (Rachel); his grandchildren, Ellie and James; his siblings, Patrick Betson (Joanne) and Steven Betson; along with his extended family. Michael was predeceased by his sister-in-law, Annette Betson. 

All are welcome to join Michael’s family for a visitation on Thursday, October 19th, 2023, from 10:00AM ~ 11:00AM located at Naugle Funeral & Cremation Service, Ltd. 135 W. Pumping Station Road, Quakertown, PA, 18951. (215-536-3343) A memorial service will begin at 11:00AM. 

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Michael’s name to the American Heart Association or the American Lung Association.