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Jason Vanderhill posted a condolence
Saturday, December 5, 2015
I have many fond memories of Aunt Betty's visits as she stopped by at our house during her commutes between Chatham and Toronto, and many more festive meals celebrated in Toronto. Having joined her on a number of commutes, I think its fair to say she was not one to wait around. She earned the affectionate nickname 'Better', and perhaps I could add 'Faster, Better'. She has arrived early to her destination, and as hard as it may be to fathom or comprehend, we look forward to meeting her again in eternity, and be thankful for the many ways she made this world a better place.
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Mr and Mrs Birch lit a candle
Thursday, November 26, 2015
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May the Lord Bring Peace and Comfort to All of Betty's family and friends with our Deepest smpathy
Paul and Hope Birch
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Wynne de Jong posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 24, 2015
My deepest condolences with your loss. May God richly bless you during this difficult time. I grew up as a kid of CLAC agent Stan de Jong and thus was exposed to Betty and the community of CLAC'ers growing up. I always loved and was impressed with Betty's spirit, energy and generosity.
Go Under His Mercy~
Wynne de Jong
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Egbert en Willie Dekker posted a condolence
Monday, November 23, 2015
Veel sterkte met het verlies van Bettie.
Groeten van Egbert en Willie Dekker.
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Gerrit en Marijke Dekker posted a condolence
Monday, November 23, 2015
Beste familie,
Gecondoleerd met het overlijden van Bettie.
Wij wensen jullie allen heel veel sterkte bij het verwerken van dit verlies.
Hartelijke groet,
Gerrit en Marijke Dekker. (Gerrit van Jennigje Dekker-Westrik en Jan Dekker)
Nieuwe Berkendijk 14
8151 PN Lemelerveld
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Jan Klooster posted a condolence
Monday, November 23, 2015
Dear Aneta, Marvin and Margie, Alan, Dan, and family and friends of Betty,
I am keeping you in my thoughts and prayers today, close to my heart, which is breaking for you all. May our Lord and Saviour hold you up and surround you and carry you through today and all the days after, as you grieve losing Betty's wonderful spirit and life on earth. It's hard here, even though we trust in the resurrection. Much love, Jan Klooster. (PS ... I am away .. wanted you to know I am with you in deep spirit and love.)
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Elizabeth Koole lit a candle
Sunday, November 22, 2015
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Stephen, Jennifer and Kody Marks posted a condolence
Sunday, November 22, 2015
So sad to say good bye. Rest in peace, Betty.
Love, Stephen, Jennifer and Kody
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Stephen, Jennifer and Kody Marks lit a candle
Sunday, November 22, 2015
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irene simpson posted a condolence
Sunday, November 22, 2015
My heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with the family and special friends, the Antonides sisters as you mourn the loss of sister and friend. I know she will be sorely missed by you all and I also know that she lived her life filled with joy and anticipation of great things. That great thing has happened and she is with our Lord and Saviour. The best adventure ever. May God grant you strength in the coming days. Irene
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Linda posted a condolence
Sunday, November 22, 2015
May I express my condolences of the loss of Betty. I was honored to volunteer with her at Loads of Love. She was a lovely woman and a child of God. She conducted herself in such a manner that showed her love for her family and anyone she came in contact with in her life.
She will be missed.
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Marjan de Leeuw posted a condolence
Sunday, November 22, 2015
Lieve Familie;
Van harte gecondoleerd met het verlies van Betty. Prachtige foto's gezien. Fijne herinneringen ook aan haar en Tante Alie.
Hartelijke groet, Marjan, cousin of Betty
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Karen Kirkwood-Whyte posted a condolence
Saturday, November 21, 2015
With sincere condolences in memory of a passionate and caring community volunteer. Betty ... you will be missed.
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Murray and Tracy Henry posted a condolence
Saturday, November 21, 2015
We were so shocked to hear of Betty's death. Eventhough we have only known her since Kim and Alan's wedding, we feel like we have known her our whole lives. She was a warm, generous and caring person. We will miss her. God will give us all strength to deal with her loss.
Hugs to everyone.
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Pamela Kubik lit a candle
Saturday, November 21, 2015
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Pamela Kubik posted a condolence
Saturday, November 21, 2015
Very sorry to hear of Betty's death. My condolences to the family. Betty was our Union representative for a number of years and good friend. She will be missed. Kepping you in thought and prayer at this sad time. Pamela Kubik
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Paula Mckinnon lit a candle
Saturday, November 21, 2015
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Paula Mckinnon posted a condolence
Saturday, November 21, 2015
Best union rep ever awesome lady will be missed.
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julie posted a condolence
Saturday, November 21, 2015
I knew Betty from Loads of Love and Wraparound. She had such a kind and loving spirit. She understood the needs to others and she would go out of her way to help in any way that she could. She will be sadly missed - she is in the loving hands of God and I know she will continue to do her work guarding over us here on earth. I don't think she has a spirit that was ready to rest!
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Pat Durfy posted a condolence
Saturday, November 21, 2015
Margie and Marvin
So sorry to hear about Betty. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very sad time I know you have many lovely memories of you family times together and that will help sustain you now
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Marie Hutchinson lit a candle
Saturday, November 21, 2015
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Gea de leeuw posted a condolence
Saturday, November 21, 2015
Dear familie,.ons meeleven nu Betty zo plotseling is overleden....heel naar en verdrietig....wat een gemis en lege plek....heel veel sterkte met alles....we bidden voor jullie en zijn verbonden mrt elkaar in Christus.....we herinneren Betty als lief, zacht, en altijd vriendelijk....altijd aandacht voor iedereen als ze op familiebezoek was.....we waren altijd spannend...Betty komt weer naar Holland.....we keken er naar uit....ja veel mooie herinneringen hebben we.....ook toen ze samen met mom kwam....
En wat heeft ze goed en belangrijk werk gedaan bij declac.....hopen dat ze Betty haar gedachtengoed en inbreng lang zullen mogen gebruiken en doorgeven.....ja een mooi en uniek mens.....wat zullen jullie haar missen......jammer dat we elkaar de laatste jaren niet meer gezien hebben....ja zo gaat het in het leven...een mens wil van alles,,en de jaren vliegen voorbij....deur familie...Gods liefdevolle nabijheid voor jullie allemaal....zijn genade en zegen toegewenst.....lost of gretigst en love....Gea de leeuw.....dochter van janna westrik
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Jan Vanderhill posted a condolence
Friday, November 20, 2015
Aunt Betty - A Life of Service
We are so sad to hear the news about Aunt Betty, but not for her. She's finally with the one she's spent her life serving so faithfully--her Creator, Saviour, and Lord. I remember her articulate and passionate arguments for issues related to her career serving in the CLAC. She would calmly and intelligently state her case, and then hold her lips together in a firm smile as if to say, "Think about that now!" She made us think and she made us smile. She smiled a lot, and that was from her attitude of joy in this life--a great example for all of us. She was also a great example in her life of service to God and others, especially with the energy, efficiency, passion, and love she brought to everything she did. Even after retiring, she continued to serve with "Loads of Love," and in dying while serving them--though it's so harsh for us in the suddenness of it--in another way, it almost seems like a gift that her death could reflect her life of service, instead of something like a long and painful illness. I know she wasn't technically our Aunt, but of course we always called her that, because in her loving nature, she felt as close to us as a dear aunt, and in her presence and her actions, she was so naturally a part of our family. I can imagine they will be calling her "Aunt Betty" in Heaven too.
Colossians 3 (NIV)
1 Since, then, you have been raised with Christ, set your hearts on things above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. 2 Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things. 3 For you died, and your life is now hidden with Christ in God. 4 When Christ, who is your life, appears, then you also will appear with him in glory.
15 Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful.
17 And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.
23 Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters, 24 since you know that you will receive an inheritance from the Lord as a reward. It is the Lord Christ you are serving.
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Lou and Marg Beintema posted a condolence
Friday, November 20, 2015
Our sincere condolences to all the family. Praying for strength and comfort in the time ahead.
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Sylvia shaver posted a condolence
Friday, November 20, 2015
Betty was a very good teacher and a wonderful friend
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Sylvia shaver lit a candle
Friday, November 20, 2015
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Andrew Hawkins posted a condolence
Friday, November 20, 2015
I am deeply grieved by the loss of Betty. She was such a support to me personally in my work at NeighbourLink. I still can't believe she's gone. Hers was a life that was fully lived, however, and I know she has now heard the words, "Well done, you good and faithful servant!" We miss you, Betty.
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Jackie VanderVelde lit a candle
Friday, November 20, 2015
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Ria de Leeuw posted a condolence
Friday, November 20, 2015
Dear Sienie en Margeret and family,
My concolence for the loss of your dear sister Betty.
Wishing you the nearness en strength of our God to carry this.
Ria de Leeuw
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Peter & Jane Van Duyvenvoorde lit a candle
Thursday, November 19, 2015
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Co & Alice Vanderlaan lit a candle
Thursday, November 19, 2015
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Danny & Nettie Apthorp posted a condolence
Thursday, November 19, 2015
We are so sorry to hear of Betty's passing away. We worked with her at Loads Of Love and she was always a person who would lift you up every time we worked together. She will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you the family at this time.
Danny And Nettie Apthorp
Blenheim Ont.
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Terry Jenkins posted a condolence
Thursday, November 19, 2015
This shocking loss of Aunt Betty, (everyone knows her as "Aunt" Betty) saddens us all. She had a zest for life and everyone of her family meant so much to her. She will be missed for her decisive opinions and her generosity. God bless her and keep her
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