Elizabeth "Beth" Ann Dooher DeTraglia

Elizabeth (Beth) Ann Dooher DeTraglia passed away on Tuesday, August 29, 2023, at Jersey City Medical Center, with her loving family by her side, after a brief but fierce battle with both liver and lung cancer. She was born in Syracuse, NY to Bonnie (Livingston) Pfister and the late James J. Dooher. Beth was a long-time Jersey City resident. She earned a Bachelor of Science Degree from Ithaca College, a Master of Science Degree from Syracuse University, and was a self-employed project manager. She also previously worked for Penguin and McGraw-Hill.

Beth is survived by her beloved husband, Timothy M. DeTraglia, her loving daughters, Olivia Margaret and Emma Jaymes DeTraglia; her dear mother, Bonnie Pfister, and adoring stepfather, John; her cherished siblings, Bridget and James Dooher; and many loving nieces, nephews, family, and friends.

Beth was a true friend to many and loved her family very much. She was very proud of her daughters. She was thoughtful, generous, kind and loving to everyone with whom she came into contact. She leaves behind many beautiful memories for all of her friends and family. She will be dearly missed.

The family would like to thank the staff of the Jersey City Medical Center for the amazing care that was provided to Beth during her last days.

A memorial gathering will take place at Bayonne Memorial Home, Inc. on Thursday, September 7, 2023, from 7:00pm to 9:00pm. A prayer service will be held at 8:30pm.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to the American Cancer Society for Sarcoma Research.

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