Obituary of Betsy Palmer

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Betsy Palmer

Betsy Palmer (born November 1, 1926 in East Chicago, Indiana) was a Film Actress and TV Actress who was best known for being on the game show, “I’ve got a secret”, and for her role as Pamela Voorhees in the 1980 horror film, “Friday the 13th.” Betsy died on May 29, 2015 and her death was because of natural causes. She died at age 88.

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Betsy Palmer Biography Wiki:

    • Is She Dead or Alive: Dead
    • Full Name: Palmer, Betsy
    • Common Name: Betsy Palmer
    • Gender: Female
    • Preferred Gender Pronoun: she/her
    • Birthplace: East Chicago, Indiana, United States
    • Birth Date: November 01, 1926
    • Age: 88 (at death)
    • Also Known As: Patricia Hrunek, Patty
    • Occupations:
    • Active Years: 1951-2007
    • Net Worth: $8 million
    • Nationality: American
    • Favorite Food: Snickers
    • Favorite Color: Rust
    • Favorite Scent: Armani Code
    • Favorite Actor: Idris Elba

    Betsy's Family Tree

    • Birth Name: Patricia Betsy Hrunek
    • Father: Vincent R. Hrunek (1894-1969)
    • Mother: Marie Hrunek (née Love)
    • Spouse/Partner:
      • Vincent Marandino (married 1954-divorced 1971)
    • Daughter(s):
      • Missy Marandino

Death Notice:

  • Date: May 29 2015 at age 88
  • Place: Danbury, Connecticut, United States
  • Cause of Death: Natural Causes

Category Tags:

Film ActressTV Actress American Born on November 1st Born in 1926 Born in Indiana Died in 2015 Died at age 88 Died from Natural Causes

Betsy's Notable Roles:

  • Friday the 13th
  • I’ve got a secret

Quotable Quotes:

"In the end these things matter most: How well did you love? How fully did you live? How deeply did you let go? "

"Betsy Palmer lived a full and fulfilling life, leaving behind a legacy of talent, grace, and kindness that will continue to inspire others for generations to come. (V)"

"Betsy Palmer had a successful professional life as an actress, best known for her role as Mrs. Voorhees in the horror film "Friday the 13th," and her death was a tragic loss to the entertainment industry. (V)"

Is Ms. Betsy Palmer still alive? According to our unconfirmed records, she has passed away.

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Wiki Page Updated: 2025-08-09 08:43:10
Author: Stan
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