COX ELIZABETH DINAH (BETTY WILKIN)
February 14, 1925 – April 9, 2020
Peacefully, while surrounded by the love of her family, Elizabeth Cox, resident of Huronview
Home for the Aged, and formerly of Goderich, passed away in the early morning hours of April 9, 2020. Left to mourn her passing and celebrate her life are her 5 children Robert (Deborah), Patricia, Mary, Margaret and James (Karen). Betty is survived by her sister, Ila, 6 grandchildren, 5 great granddaughters and many nieces and nephews. She is predeceased by her parents, William J. and Jean Craig, and her siblings Dorothy, Bob, Bill and Allen. After graduating from the Clinton Hospital School of Nursing in 1945, Betty worked exclusively in Goderich and Clinton. Her kindness will be remembered by many. She loved singing and her community. Cremation has taken place. A private graveside interment at Ball’s Cemetery is planned for a future date, and a Celebration of Life will be announced later.
Any donations to the Clinton Public Hospital Foundation or to a charity of your choice will be accepted gratefully. The family thanks the staff of Huronview for their many years of dedicated care and kindness shown to mom.
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Sharon McClenaghan
My condolences to Betty’s family. I have many fond memories of Betty while working with her at Clinton Public Hospital.
Marilyn Jeffrey
Mary and Marg my sympathy on the loss of your mom.
Jane and Don Stokes
Our sincere sympathy to the Wilkin family on the passing of your mother Betty. We were neighbours on South Street for years and a fond memory of Betty was when our two boys would get ouches and would run to nurse Betty for her help and of course her delicious fudge to make it all better. We have gained a new shining star.
"The Cox Family" Cox
Sending our sincere condolences to the family in the sad loss of your mother. A lovely picture of her.
Rosemary Beange
Thinking of you Mary at this sad time. My sincere condolence to you on the passing of your mom.
Rosemary
Joe & Joanne Ducharme
Our sincere sympathy to you Mary, & to all of the family.
Ron Burt
My thoughts are with you in this time of loss. I know Betty will be missed.
Bernice Gross
Gordon and I send our sincere sympathy to Betty’s family. I had the pleasure of babysitting for her when your family lived in the Auburn area, and I also have fond memories of the Craig family sharing their musical talents at Knox United. May your cherished memories of Betty, and the love and support of family and friends be comforting to you during this difficult time.
Sincerely Bernice (McDougall) Gross
Deb Cooper
Mary and Betty’s family
Betty will be missed at Huronview as will you Mary. You were a great daughter to her. My deepest sympathy to all
Cecelia Denomme
Dear Betty’s family – with special thoughts and remembrances of Betty – a special part of our community –
Sincerely Cecelia Denomme
Judy and John Hickey
Robert,Pat,Mary,Margaret,Jim and families:
Deepest sympathy in the passing of your mom.
Thinking of you all!
Joan (Mills) Schmidt
My sincere sympathy to Betty’s family. I used to babysit when Margaret was a baby and Betty nursed the night shift. She sang at our wedding in 1965. We always enjoyed the beautiful singing of Betty, Bill and Ila. Blessings to all the family.
Linda Bedard
Thinking of you, Mary as well as the rest of the family. Your Mom will be missed at Huronview. She was a wonderful lady and loved music.
Don MacDonald
Mary & I send our deepest condolences.
Phyllis Scott
Dear Mary and all the family , My sincere condolences to all of you on the passing of your mom. Treasure the many memories. Hugs and Love Phyllis
Joyce (Matthews) Black
Sincere sympathy to the family of Betty in her passing. Betty was such a lovely lady and always had a smile for everyone. My Mother (Ruby Matthews) knew your dear Mom well and she baby sat Betty’s young family back in the 60’s. If my memory is correct Betty was nursing at the Goderich Hospital. I know you will all miss your dear Mother and thinking of you all at this sad time. Take care. Joyce Black, Exeter, On.
Cindy Fleet
Butch & I send our deepest condolences, Betty was a beautiful lady. Know you are in our thoughts & prayers.
Jim and Sharon Dafoe
Our condolences to Rob, Pat, Mary, Margaret and Jim and all your children and grandbabies. Betty was a kind soul, always giving and caring. I hope your memories of the women she was will help you heal. Knowing she raised such a great family I am sure made her proud. Hugs to all of you.
Rob Van der Ende
Betty was like a Mom to me growing up as a teenager in Goderich..many good memories….love and to the family..
Paula McKay
My deepest condolences to you Pat and your family. In dealing with the feeling of loss, think of the good times and pleasant memories.
Celebrate a “Life Well Lived”.
Paula McKay
Danny Nicholson
So sorry to hear of the passing of Betty. My thoughts and prayers are with her entire family. Fond memories of Betty from spending my summers on Picton Street in Goderich. Betty made my first ever cup of coffee and we all went to see the Sound of Music at the Park Theatre and her great voice.
Nancy Park
Sincere sympathy to Betty’s family. It was always a special Sunday when the Craig family sang at Auburn church with their beautiful harmonies. Betty will also be remembered by me personally how kind, thoughtful and professional she was as a nurse in Clinton hospital caring for my grandmother. Memories are a blessing.
Bob and Shelley Worsell
Our sincere condolences to all of you on the death of your mom. Betty had such a beautiful singing voice, and she still enjoyed music when she was at Huronview!
Bob and Shelley
Gayle and Barron Purser
Dear Mary, Marg and Family.
We send our sincere sympathy in the loss of your Mom.
Larry & Judy McCormick
To All of Betty’s Family; your mom was such a wonderful kind person who we remember so fondly! All of the advice & help she gave Nancy & I when we both where new moms living across Blake St has never been forgotten,as well as the great babysitters who where always available! Sincere sympathy & hugs to you all.
Nancy and Junior White
To Robert,Mary,Pat ,Margaret and Jim……We are sad to see that Betty has gone but on the other hand it seems like a blessing for her and you…We have so many happy memories of Betty and just can’t say how honored we were to know her…….Rest in Peace Betty……
Archie Amos
My heart is with the entire family on the passing of your loved one.
Lynda & Gary Chambers
Sending warm and loving thoughts to Rob & Deb, Pat, Margaret, Jim & Karen & my dear friend Mary in the loss of your Mother. You have lost your Mom but heaven has gained a beautiful voice to sing to everyone. Thinking of each and every one of you.
With love and hugs, Gary & Lynda. Rest In Peace Betty; you have earned it.