Born in Hull, England and long-time resident of Tottenham, Ontario, Betty passed away on Tuesday, November 14th in her 87th year after a valiant battle with cancer. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends.
Betty was a loving mother of Portland Stirling (Ron), Yvonne Mallard, John Mallard (Nancy) and Charles Mallard. Cherished Grandmother to Rachel Stirling, Katrine Fraser and Mike Stirling and dear Great Grandma to 10 great grandchildren.
Betty will be forever remembered as a strong and hard-working woman who selflessly devoted her time to her family, business and pets. Her passions were travelling, reading, baking and fitness. She spent many years volunteering at the Tottenham Legion, the train station gift shop and the horticulture society. The community will remember her as the little lady who walked around town at a very fast clip for 2 hours each day.
Her greatest adventure was when she signed up with the British WRAF and served during the Suez Canal crisis in Egypt. It is there she met and married the love of her life, Geoffrey Mallard, who predeceased her in 2013.
Flowers can be sent to the Rod Abrams Funeral Home in Tottenham or donations can be made to the Alliston and District Humane Society.
The family will receive friends at Rod Abrams Funeral Home, Tottenham, on Sunday, November 19th, 2017 from 1:00 pm until time of memorial service in the chapel at 3:00 pm. www.RodAbramsFuneralHome.com
Maureen O’Reilly says
My deepest sympathy to your family.
I had fond memories of your Mom.
Tony & Bobbi Douglas says
Portland & Family
So sorry to hear of your loss. Our heartfelt condolences are with you at this difficult time.
Vi McCullough says
My sincerest condolences on the loss of your mother. I am sorry I could be there during this difficult time.
Vi McCullough
karen gillingham says
John, Nancy and family, Our deepest sympathy to the whole family for your loss. May you cherish your wonderful memories and find comfort knowing that your mom is at peace.
karen + guy
Rozella Deveau says
My prayers are with the family. The world has lost a great lady and a friend . My she rest in peace .
Ceri and Viola Stephens says
Your mother was one of a kind: steely in her determination to do what she thought best and wonderfully agile of mind. She was full of unexpected knowledge and wit. No wonder she and Jeff found each other.
Kelly Romine says
Yvonne, my deepest sympathies to you and your family at this difficult time. I am so sorry for your loss. Kelly
Colleen O'Reilly says
I so sorry to hear of your loss.Sending love your way.
KD Wray Team says
Portland
We are sorry to learn of your loss. Our deepest sympathies.
Rob Sage says
Our sincere condolences John and Nancy….Rob & Audrey Sage.
Kymm Graham says
I’m so sorry to hear of your moms passing. My deepest condolences to you all.
Joanne & Lol Hodgson says
Deepest Condolences John Nancy and family. She was a life member of the Tottenham & District Horticulural Society and we will miss her greatly. RIP Betty.
Bill says
Sorry about your Mum Charles – and of course the same thoughts go out to the rest of the family.
Bill & family
Ann Emmett says
Please accept my condolences for your loss
Ann Emmett and family