Betty Smith

Died: August 6, 2011 | Place: Country Terrace Nursing Home

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SMITH, Betty Doreen…..Peacefully at Country Terrace, Komoka, on Saturday, August 6, 2011 with her beloved daughter, Lynne Webb at her side. Cherished wife of Kenneth J. Smith. Loving grandmother to Bryan and Allison Webb and great-grandmother to Asa Fletcher Webb. She will be greatly missed by Donald Webb, Katie Ewald, and Adam Kulakowsky. Survived by her brother Robin Hyslop of Wentworth, NS. Predeceased by her brothers Scotty, Douglas, Donald and Maxwell. Betty graduated from the Stratford School of Nursing in 1947 and so began her love of caring for others. Her nursing career proudly continued until the age of 72. Her passions included her family, travel, writing, gourmet cooking and piano playing. Her family will miss her boundless energy, beautiful smile, insightful letters and her words of wisdom. Special thank you to Margaret Keene “her other daughter”, Dr. R. Martin and the staff at Country Terrace. As per Betty’s wishes, cremation will be followed by a private family service. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to Ronald McDonald House of Southwestern Ontario, 741 Baseline Road East, London, ON N6C2R6. A. Millard George Funeral Home, entrusted with arrangements 519-433-5184. Online condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com

11 Comments

  1. Mary Desaulniers August 8, 2011 at 8:24 am

    I am so sorry to hear of Betty’s passing. She was a remarkable person who lived life passionately. I’ve never forgotten her kindness and generosity to us when Ed was at the Shute Clinic. Ken and Betty welcomed us to their beautiful home overlooking the city of London. I still remember the wonderful Bean Casserole they served us and the warm,bubbly conversation that soaked the evening.
    Thank you Betty for being who you are!

  2. Cheryl Horn August 8, 2011 at 8:32 am

    Lynne, I am so sorry to read of your mother in the paper today. A truly wonderful women who will be greatly missed. My condolences to your family. Cheryl

  3. Helen Wainman August 8, 2011 at 10:34 am

    I was so sad to read the news of Betty this morning. The picture, with Betty’s wonderful smile captured the essence of a very special woman – warm, caring and loving. Ironically, in late May I tried many times to call Betty at Longworth to tell her that my husband and I had just celebrated our 40th anniversary. I wanted to share that with her because Betty and Ken were generous enough to host our wedding at their lovely home on the hill 40 years ago. I was unaware that Betty was ill and had possibly moved. We always remembered that special night and the incredible generosity shown by Betty and Ken. My sympathies extend to Ken, Lynn and the family. Betty was one of a kind.

  4. Jean Gilmore August 8, 2011 at 7:10 pm

    Dear Ken, Lynne and Don,
    My family and I were saddened to learn of Betty’s passing.She was a special lady and we always enjoyed being with her.
    Our thoughts are with you all.
    Jean and Family

  5. Wayne & Linda Dobinson August 9, 2011 at 11:01 am

    Ken, we were very sorry to hear of Betty’s passing. She was a lovely, gracious lady.

  6. Ron & Sandy Posno August 9, 2011 at 11:09 am

    To Ken, Lynne and family

    We were both saddened to note Betty’s obit on Monday. Just last week, we were talking and reviewing some of our many memories of good times shared with good people.

    Betty is always a big part of the good things that happen. She always took the lead and was always prepared to help when things became difficult.

    We know she was much loved and can appreciate the sorrow her passing brings to you. We know, too, that the sorrow will pass and her smile will be remembered.

    Love .. Ron & Sandy

  7. Lynda Huber August 9, 2011 at 1:24 pm

    Lynn

    I was saddened to hear of your mother’s death. I really enjoyed seeing her in the clinic and catching up on you and the children.
    My thoughts are with you at this time.

    Lynda

  8. Peggy Weyers August 10, 2011 at 3:38 pm

    Betty: You welcomed me into your heart and home when I married Nick. Your smile was a light all around you. My thoughts to your loving family. Peg

  9. peter auksi August 13, 2011 at 12:45 pm

    Former neighbour Peter Auksi sends heartfelt sympathy to Ken and Lynne especially, and to all other family members too. ‘The Queen of the Hill’ at Dornockbrow was a lovely human being, and I remember her with great affection … kind and generous, playfl and clever, and always full of warmth and spirit. She had a lovely influence on all who know her and I think fondly of her always as ‘The Queen of Chicken Pot Pies,’ but she was a great cook on any occasion and with any dish. A sad loss, and my heart goes out to husband and daughter especially.

    Peter Auksi

  10. Bonnie Ballagh Flett August 15, 2011 at 1:47 pm

    So sorry too hear of your Mom’s passing, our smpathy goer out to you and your family. Bonnie

  11. Blair Little August 18, 2011 at 12:39 pm

    Memories of Cousin Betty’s big smile and big heart and cheery voice will be with us forever. To Ken and all the family, my condolences.

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