Passed away peacefully with family by her side at LHSC – University Hospital on Tuesday, November 4, 2025 at the age of 76. Betty had a lifelong journey with muscular dystrophy. She was admired for her courage and will to live! Betty will be remembered with love by her family and dear friends.
Betty’s family gives special thanks to all her Cheshire PSWs that worked with her every day for years.
A private graveside service will be held at the Aylmer Cemetery.
Donations to Muscular Dystrophy Canada would be appreciated by the family.
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Dena
Please forgive me for this late message, but I’ve only just found out today that my dear friend Bets has passed, as the Christmas card I sent her was returned to me with “deceased” written on the envelope. I suspected she wasn’t well when she didn’t sent her usual newsy Christmas email, but did not expect such heartbreaking news.
I live in BC and met Bets when we both worked at the Law Courts in New Westminster in the 90’s. She was so bubbly and fun to work with, we soon became good friends and found our shared sense of humour made the work day so much better. We also shared many an order of poutine! I missed her when she moved to Vernon, but my husband and I enjoyed visiting her and her husband Jim there. She loved the sun, and loved her pets, and was just a joy to spend time with. Unfortunately, I was never able to visit once they moved to Ontario, but we’ve kept in touch throughout the years by email. She was an amazing woman who handled all her heartache and adversity with the utmost of grace and courage. I feel blessed to have been her friend.
My deepest condolences to all who knew and loved her.
Thinking of you as you grieve Betty’s passing and honour her life.
Fernando Triguero
Back when I was working at Cheshire, she was part of my regular afternoon rotation. She was a pleasure to work and chat with. Postive and supportive, she will be missed. My condolences to the family. Rest in peace Betty, you and Luna were always a pleasant visit.
Jo-Anne Loughran
Just reading of the passing of my Surrey BC friend and Fraser Glen neighbour, Betty Chappell!
Memories of sun tanning, shared meals, warm hugs, a big smile, and laughter tumble about in my head.
I miss you all the way to Ontario. You are home at last! ❤️
Laurie Burgon
Ted and family
I will miss my visits with Betty. She was a good neighbour and a great friend
elyse m pike (Lamport)
Remembered from school days
Kathy Arnezeder
I met Betty in the south end of London when she moved here, to be closer to her Son. She had her car and a walker at the time. She enjoyed playing cards and various games.
We became quite close. After a fall, put her in Parkwood for months we would travel the grounds of Parkwood. Betty loved to be outside in the sunshine. I always got her a hot chocolate.
Sometimes we went for lunch near the apartment , me running behind her in the wheelchair.
Every year I looked forward to her yearly letter.. Betty was very prolific and I used to tell her she could be a writer. She said no way, I hate writing those letters. We always laughed about that.
Betty you will be missed. Love you my friend.
My deepest condolences to Ted and the family.
Dalton Ford
Clare, Ted and Families; so sorry for your loss, sincere condolences, you are in my thoughts. Dalt
Nancy Morrison
Clare, Ted and Families:
So sorry to hear of Betty’s passing.
The Skinner family means so much to me.
Nancy (Watson) Morrison
Margaret Brintnell
Claire, Ted & All Betty’s family & friends.
Yes Betty faced her days with determination. I worked with her Mom for many years & certainly know what a wonderful person she was also. Betty will be missed so much by Barb who was always there for her. Rest In Peace Betty. My Sympathy to her brothers who loved her dearly & her friends.
Margaret Brintnell
Sue Wilson
Betty’s family, heartfelt condolences on Betty’s passing. She was a determined woman and had amazing strength amidst her illness. Cherish your wonderful memories of Betty. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Clara & Jane
Betty was a good friend and always had a positive outlook. She will be missed. Our sincere condolences.