Peacefully at Victoria Hospital, London Ontario on August 7, 2020 Margaret Elizabeth (Betty) Moncrief in her 103rd year. Wife of the late George Moncrief (2003). Betty and George’s home always had an open door with butter tarts, pie or fresh bread. They looked for fun and adventure from a Saturday night dance to a trip to Hawaii or Australia. Betty was the oldest of the 3 Bissett girls; Marjory Young and Jean Bell predecease her.
Loving and supportive mother of Jane and Jose, Russell and Lesley, proud grandmother of Jennifer (Peter), Laura, (Franklin), Scott (Larissa), Whitney (Mark) and delighted to have great-grandchildren Grayson, Eve, Isabella, Owen, Yadier, Asheleigh and a new great-grandson arriving in September to enlarge her family.
Betty was a role model, friend and mentor to all she met. She was born in 1918 at the end of WW1, trained as a nurse during WW2, married, worked both on the family farm and in Goderich and Wingham hospitals. She never gave up or gave in. Her feisty spirit saw her through to the end. Her resilience and strength is something we can all aspire to. Her proudest accomplishment was her family who she took great delight in having visit. We are so lucky to have had her in our lives.
Many thanks to Dearness LTC London for their patience, care and support shown to Mom while living there. The staff were kind and loving to all the family. Donations to Dearness Home, if you wish can be made through the Funeral Home or directly to the Dearness Home, 710 Southdale Road East, London Ontario N6A 1R8
Due to Covid regulations a Family Graveside Service will be held Tuesday August 11, 2020 at Lochalsh Cemetery.
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Bev (MacKenzie) Harris
Jane and Russell,
My mother , Grace MacKenzie,
and your mother, shared many interests and were good friends from farming in Ashfield Township to living and visiting in Goderich. I know that the many quilts that we have, made by my mother, have stitches placed by your mother. Those quilting parties were very important and only the best were invited to quilt. No matter the age we are never ready to let go. May Betty rest In peace
Don McArthur
The three Bissett sisters are now together again.As a nieghbour of Marl and Frank I occasionally found myself in the midst of these three and have great memories of these times. My Sincere Condolences
Bill & Barb MacKenzie
Having Betty as a second Mom is something that we will always treasure. All the times our families spent together created a special bond. Our sincere sympathies to all your family from all the MacKenzie’s
Carol Finlayson
We offer our sincere condolences to Jane and Russel and their families. Our parents had a lot of good times together and our family shares fond memories of them all dressed up and on their way to a dance or a party.
Barb (MacKenzie) Hayden
Jane & Russell. — Sending my sympathy to you folks. What an age to be lived. Betty was Mom’s nurse years ago in the Wingham Hospital and I remember Mom stating that Betty was one of the best. Then after moving to Goderich and living on Market Street, Southcove, and Goderich Place she always had time for a wee chat whenever our paths crossed. My sister Marion has told me stores of the Bisset girls and of course the Hemlock City public school. May great memories of your Mom surround you as you grieve.
Judy MacKenzie
Sincere condolences at this time to all your family. Public school, high school, long bus rides and Ashfield Presbyterian Church.
Janet (Farrish) Versolatto
To Jane, Russ and Family: Such fond memories of your Mom and Dad. My Parents and Yours had so many good times together. My sympathy. Janet
Keith Elston
Sorry to hear about your moms passing.Had many fond memories of your parents with Lois and Grant and the Ashfield bunch.Your mom was a remarkable lady.Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families.Keith and Heather and Emily and Leanne
Lucinda Jerry
Betty was a neighbour for a number of years in Goderich. She was always willing to have a chat on her front porch. She was always in motion with cooking, baking, sewing and so much more.
A well deserved rest.
Cinda and Rob Jerry
Dianne & Harold Leddy
Jane and Russell
Sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. Knew your mom for a lot of years and had some great time
with all your family. RIP Betty
Connie Tasker
To all of Betty’s family I offer my sincere condolences! What a woman what a life!!!!! I met Betty when she lived at Goderich Place and we bonded right away as my sister had once nursed with Betty. Everyday I would go in to volunteer she would call me over to catch her up on any news I had. I had to call my sister every time I was going in to get any of the latest scoops she had so I could give them to Betty. She was such a joy with a wonderful laugh, and she was always up for anything we were going to do. I sure have missed her since she moved. Betty soar with the angels you have certainly earned your wings! I am so lucky to have known you.
Connie Tasker