Betsy Margaret Pretlove Rizzuto, born June 10, 1929, passed peacefully from this world at her home in Covington on May 24, 2025, after nearly 96 years of a well lived life. Those who shared her life enjoyed her quick wit and her delight in the company of friends during her numerous parties and game nights. She paid great attention to detail with good effect in all her endeavors, and with her intrepid spirit she forged ahead through every challenge and adventure life had to offer. Proud former member of the Krewes of Juno, Shangri-La and Amor.

A native of New Orleans, then Chalmette, she retired to Lumberton, MS and was the proud former owner of the Very Berry Farm. She eventually sold the farm and settled in Slidell, LA.

Faithful, loving wife of the late Henry G. Rizzuto for 64 years.  Mother of Debora R. Hadeen, David R. Rizzuto (Pamela Navo Rizzuto), Nancy R. Love (Kenton Adler), Darren P. Rizzuto (Jamie Thomas Rizzuto) and the late Henry Michael Rizzuto, Sr. Grandmother of Sabrina R. Matlin (Jim Molle), Lauren E. Rizzuto (Matthew Fairman), Henry Michael Rizzuto, Jr., Rachel E. Rizzuto (Danny Yoerges), Ethan G. Puzarne, and Kristen E. Rizzuto. Great grandmother of Clementine Yoerges and Lucille Yoerges. Sister of the late Henri L.R. Pretlove, Jr. (Bobby), William James Pretlove, Sr. (Jimmy), and Arthur Charles Hugh Pretlove. Sister-in-law of James Rizzuto (Nancy), Germaine Duhe Pretlove, and Frances Gagliano Pretlove.

Daughter of the late Agnes (Nessie) Reid McClymont and Henri Lionel Robert Pretlove, Sr.

Aunt to numerous nieces and nephews throughout Louisiana, Texas, California, Florida and Pennsylvania. Faithful friend and partner of the late Frank A. L. Ferroni.

The family extends heartfelt thanks and gratitude to LaQuadra Legarde who supported Betsy as a confidante, companion and champion for the past 6 years and to ComforCare for their assistance and care.

A Ceremony of Life celebration, including a memorial service, will take place beginning at 11:30 am on June 21, 2025, at Sage Lake Senior Living, 1444 Andrew Dr., Covington, LA.