Elizabeth (Betty) passed away peacefully on February 27, 2019 with family present. She is predeceased by her husband, Jack and granddaughter, Michelle. Betty is survived by her 5 children, Carol (Chris), Dianne (John), Mike (Dorothy), Gail (Steve) and Chris (Julia); 8 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. Also, left to mourn her is her sister, Jean of N.Vancouver; nieces, Dolores and Genny and numerous grand nieces and grand nephews.
Mum was born and raised in N.Vancouver and came to the Island to attend the Royal Jubilee Hospital School of Nursing in 1938 where as a student, she met our Dad who was visiting a friend in hospital. Family lore has it that he saw her, turned to his friend and said, “I’m going to marry that girl.” Which he did, upon her graduation from Nursing. Following stints in St. Thomas, ON and Boundary Bay on the mainland, they made a post-war move to the Island and built their life together here in Victoria.
Mum’s life was about family and friends and she always cherished time spent with her kids and grandkids. She was a member of the Royal Jubilee Hospital Alumnae until quite recently. Other interests included walking, gardening, a good gossip over tea and a sweetie and playing “Bonco” with the same faithful set of ladies of 50 years. Her spirit and droll sense of humour will be missed.
Many thanks go to the staff at Glengarry Hospital for their loving care and attention which made Mum’s final years so comfortable and secure.
No service by request.
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
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Sherry DaVIES
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Linda Ramsay Dianne and family.
I have fond memories of your mother and visiting your house when we were in school. She was a lovely person and very patient with us as teenagers. There is a large hole in your heart when your mother dies. Cherish your many happy memories of her. We are thinking of you, Linda (Garraway) and Keith Ramsay.
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Marion Lawson (Davies) Sending caring thoughts your way, I have many happy memories of your mom and family. From visiting at your home on Fairfield Ave. Also coming home from school on Happy Valley Rd and saying “hello” to your mom and the other nursing school friends as they gathered for afternoon tea together.
So sorry to hear of the passing of your mom. I have fond memories of visiting you all as a young lad with my mom and dad and family. Loved your Mom’s sense of humor!! Remember all the good times with your mom. Memories of our loved ones are so precious.