Cynthia Viracola-Betts, age 63, passed peacefully in her home on Wednesday, March 21, 2018 at 3pm. She is survived by her only daughter Tarra Betts; her mother Catherine Viracola; 4 sisters; Jennie Pietri, Patricia Viracola, Glenda D'Ambrisi and Michele Leiner; her partner Gary Laskowski, his daughter Jamie and an adorable fat cat Tippy.

She was a unique beautiful, amazing woman with many talents. Anyone who had the honor to know her will never forget her and always love her.

Visitation will be held on Sunday, March 25 from 2 pm until the time of the funeral service at 4 pm at the Damiano Funeral Home, 191 Franklin Avenue in Long Branch. Her passion for animals exceeds all and she would greatly appreciate in lieu of flowers to please donate to the Monmouth County SPCA, 260 Wall St., Eatontown, NJ 07724 or https://monmouthcountyspca.org/tribute-donation-form/. The family invites you to leave a letter of condolence, light a memorial candle or make a memorial donation by selecting the appropriate tab.