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M. Elizabeth ‘Betti’ (Vileno) Rollinson
POMFRET CENTER — Long term resident of Pomfret Center, Connecticut, M. Elizabeth “Betti” Rollinson (Vileno), 92, passed away peacefully on Sept. 17, 2024.
Born on Sept. 29, 1931, in Providence, Betti was the third of 11 children in a proud first-generation Italian-American family. Her devotion to home and family was a cornerstone of her life, a value she carried from her childhood into her final days.
Betti attended St. Mary’s Academy of the Visitation in Providence, where she cultivated a lifelong love of learning. This passion for knowledge led her to a fulfilling career at the Pomfret Public Library where she served as an assistant librarian for more than 38 years. Beyond her professional life, Betti was deeply involved in her community, volunteering in various capacities that enriched the lives of those around her.
A devout parishioner of the Most Holy Trinity Church in Pomfret, Betti’s faith was a significant aspect of her life, guiding her through many of life’s challenges and joys.
She was wed to Milton Rollinson on Aug. 25, 1956, and was married 56 wonderful years before his passing in 2014.
They had three children, Elizabeth (Beth), Mark and Paul. They thoroughly enjoyed life together traveling and spending time with family.
Betti was not only a dedicated librarian and community volunteer but also an avid reader and puzzles enthusiast. Her love for Jeopardy and Scrabble was well-known among her family and friends, often leading to spirited discussions and friendly competitions.
She is survived by her children, Elizabeth (Steven) Jacobs and Paul (Frances) Rollinson; daughter-in-law, Nancy Rollinson; grandchildren, Daniel (Abby) Jacobs, Emily (Nathan Whittemore) Jacobs, Martha (Rafeed Hussain) Rollinson, Emma Rollinson, John Rollinson, Rebecca (Alexander) Sirocki, and Jennifer (Jameson) Bonti; and great-grandchildren, Hope and Vincent Jacobs. Betti was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Milton Rollinson, and son, Mark Rollinson.
A service to celebrate Betti’s life will be held at 10 a.m. Sept. 28, at Most Holy Trinity Church, 568 Pomfret St, Pomfret, CT 06258.
Donations: Pomfret Public Library, PO Box 91, 449 Pomfret St., Pomfret CT 06258; or the Quinnipiac Frank H. Netter MD School of Medicine Anatomical Gift Program, furthering her commitment to education and community service.
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