Elizabeth M. “Betty” Lalwani nee Krahulec, age 71, of Crown Point, IN, formerly of Cicero, IL, passed away on Wednesday, December 16, 2009. She is survived by her husband, Narain “Nari” of 42 years; son, DeWayne “Butch” Grace Bedford of Berwyn, IL and grandchildren, Matthew and Ian Bedford of Berwyn, IL. She is preceded in death by her son, David Bedford. Funeral services will be held on Sunday, December 20, 2009 at 5:00 PM at Geisen Funeral-Cremation & Reception Centre, NOTE: NEW LOCATION – 2 blocks east of Broadway at 606 E. 113th Ave., Crown Point, IN with Chaplain Shirley Short, MDIV officiating. Services will conclude at the funeral home with cremation to follow. Visitation will be held on Sunday, December 20, 2009 from 1:00 to 5:00 PM at Geisen Funeral-Cremation & Reception Centre. Betty was blessed with many friends whom she cherished. She also was a member of the Steel City Kennel Club and a lover of all animals. Memorial donations may be made to an animal shelter of your choice. To share a memory or send a condolence, please visit the guest book section on the obituary page at www.geisenfuneralhome.com. For information call 219-663-2500.