Betty Shaheen

Betty, J Shaheen, 99, passed away on Thursday October 9, 2025 surrounded by her family. She was born in Anniston, Alabama, to the late Maxine Matheny and John Johnson. She was also preceded in death by her husband, John Shaheen in 1994. Betty leaves behind two daughters, who were the love of her life, Sandra Shaheen, and Cheryl (James) Drozynski.

Betty met John Shaheen in Anniston, Alabama, at a Fort McClellan dance. They married and then move to New Kensington PA., where they raised their two daughters. She belonged to St. George Orthodox Church and was a member of the women's Myrrh Bearing. She loved working at the church preparing food, bowling, playing cards with her friends, the casino, trips to Wildwood with other couples, Atlantic City and Vegas. She adored all her dogs Tofu, Amelio and Jia Li

Her smile lit up a room, she loved everyone, and everyone loved her. Her kindness and Southern charm was radiant. Our hearts are filled with sadness, and she will be sorely missed, but never forgot. Rest in peace, Betty Shaheen.

Family and friends will be received at Rj Slater IV Funeral Home & Cremation Services on Sunday, Oct 12th from 3- 6:00pm (Trisagion Prayers begin at 5:30pm). The Orthodox funeral service will be Monday Oct 13 at 10 am in St. George Orthodox Church, 1150 Leishman Ave., New Kensington, PA 15068. PLEASE MEET AT CHURCH. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St. George Orthodox Church Building Fund, 1150 Leishman Ave., New Kensington, PA 15068.