KIRK: Elizabeth “Betty” (Brown) of Zurich
Posted By Haskett Funeral Homes On June 30, 2026 @ 4:00 PM In Exeter, Obituary | 58 Comments
Betty passed away peacefully at Jessica’s House, Exeter with her family by her side on Tuesday, June 30, 2026 at the age of 83. Beloved wife of the late Bob Kirk (2017). Loving mom of Greg (the late Sandy) Kirk, the late Mark Kirk, and Kelly and Jeff Webster. Proud grandma of Ashley, Adam; Brandyn, and Matthew (Josie). Adored GG of Leah, and Aubrey. Dear sister and sister-in-law of Bill and Sylvia Brown, Brenda and Terry Laliberty, and Nancy Brown. Fondly remembered by many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her parents Jesse and Arlene (Mansfield) Brown, and her brother Bob Brown.
Betty lived a life devoted to family, community, and caring for others. A nurse for many years, she was known for her compassion and kindness. In her younger years, she enjoyed golfing and made countless treasured memories at the Brown cottage. Betty was also a dedicated community volunteer and proudly served as Past President of the Zurich Bean Festival for many years. Above all, she adored her grandchildren and especially her great-grandchildren, who brought her endless joy.
A private family graveside at the Exeter Cemetery will be held at a later date.
Donations to the Children’s Health Foundation, Ronald McDonald House Southwestern Ontario, Jessica’s House, or Blessings Community Store would be appreciated by the family.
“I did it my way!”
Condolences for the family of “KIRK: Elizabeth “Betty” (Brown) of Zurich”
Greg, Kelly & Jeff and families – We are so very sorry hear of your Mom’s passing. I’m sure you have many wonderful memories to cherish. Thinking of you all at this very sad and difficult time. Sending hugs. ♥
Our sympathy to you Greg, Kelly and Jeff and families on your loss. Keep her memory close to your hearts. She was a great lady.
Dear Kelly Jeff and Greg and family
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you
at this very sad time
Greg &family, Kelly, Jeff & family
Please accept my sincerest sympathy on the passing of your dear mother, grandmother & great grandmother. Your many wonderful memories will help ease your pain during this difficult time.
Sally Desjardine
To Betty’s family ,
We all know what a happy go lucky she was . It is not easy to see this but l was able to share fun times as she entered Jessica’s House ,
Hugs for you all ❤️❤️❤️
Sincere sympathy to the Kirk and Brown families .
Betty will be greatly missed by her many friends.
We are thinking of you all at this sad time in your lives.
Kelly Jeff Mat and family I would like to extend my deepest and heartfelt sympathy to you and yours Rob Ducharme
Greg, Kelly and Jeff and the entire Kirk family. We are so sorry to hear about the passing of Betty. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time . Rest in peace Betty.
Sincere condolences to all of Betty’s family. Remember the Kirk’s when we lived in Zurich. Bob and Allan enjoyed their deer hunting days near Parry Sound. Cherish your wonderful family memories and hold them close to your heart. She will be missed by family and friends.
Allan & Rosemary Beange
Our deepest condolences to you all, Greg, Kelly and Jeff and your Children and Grandchildren. We were fortunate to enjoy a wonderful visit with your Mom last week, reminiscing about our years as neighbors. May you all take comfort in the memories of great times spent together ❤️
My sincere condolences to all the Kirk family my thoughts and prayers are with you all. For as long as I have known her she was a real pleasure to be with. Just a great person we will all miss her at Centreview apartments .
Dear Aunt Betty,
” All good things must come to an end ” and you are one of the good things. I will miss our morning puzzles and pics and will never forget your friendship and conversations on.. everything. Your absence will be felt by many.. R.I.P.
Dear Greg, Kelly & Jeff; Betty’s grandchildren & great -grandchilden,
Our sincere condolences on the of loss of Betty.
She was a great lady & a dear friend; who will be missed.
With caring thoughts,
Jill & Ralph
Sincere condolences to all of Betty’s Family and Friends.
A caring, compassionate person, always a pleasure to chat with.
Rest peacefully Betty.💔
Dennis and Lorraine Regier
Greg,Kelly ,Jeff and family we would like to send our deepest sympathy to the Kirk and Brown families 🙏
Kelly, Jeff & Family,
My sincere condolences & sympathy for your loss
Kelly, Jeff, Greg & Family.
I’m sorry to hear your mom has past. Betty was always such a kind person, liked by many and our family as well. May You take comfort in the knowledge she is with Your Dad and Mark in the Lords Eternal house. Deepest sympathy and condolences.
To Greg, Kelly, and the Kirk family,
We were saddened to hear of Betty’s passing.
Betty and Bob were such good friends of my Mom and Dad, Don and Betty Oke, and they were all part of the close-knit community we shared in Zurich. Their friendship spanned many years, and I know how much my parents valued both of them.
When we think of Betty and Bob, we think of a time when friendships were built to last and neighbours truly cared for one another. Those are memories that stay with you.
Please accept our sincere condolences on the loss of your mom, grandma, GG, and sister. We hope the many wonderful memories you shared with Betty bring you comfort in the days ahead and that you find peace knowing she has been reunited with Bob once again.
With deepest sympathy,
Rand and Gail Oke
Caring thoughts are with you in this time of sorrow. May the happy memories you share help ease your sorrow
Kelly & Jeff & Greg …..my sincere condolences on the passing of your mom.
Our condolences to Greg, Kelly and Jeff and Families
My heart felt thoughts Greg, Kelly, Jeff and Families,
Betty I hope Heaven is everything you imagined it would be.
Hope it’s full of loved ones you’ve missed, familiar faces, warm smiles
and the kind of love you imagined. I hope your heart feels free and light,
that keeps the rest of us to keep pushing forward believing that we will all
be home and at peace.♥️
Kelly, Jeff, Greg and your families, so sorry to hear of Bettys passing. Had many good times together and was a wonderful neighbour. Rest in peace Betty.
Sharon Brokenshire
Kelly & Family
So sorry to hear the loss of your Mom Betty
Keeping you in our thoughts Hugs💕
My deepest sympathy to Kelly and all Betty’s family. It was a pleasure to get to know her when we worked at Bluewater Rest Home. She was a great caring nurse.
Dorothy Dietrich
Greg, Kelly & Jeff and families,
Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers on the loss of your mom Betty.
She always had time for a quick chat whenever we met.
Treasure all your wonderful memories in the days ahead.
Marg Deichert and Brad & Vanessa Holmes and family
Dear Kelly and Jeff and family! Please accept our condolences. May your mom rest in peace. Darlene and Cheryl from Thames Travel
It maybe some help to know we share in your sorrow,this is a time when friends feel helpless We want you know our thoughts and prayers are with you.One thing that will always be with us are fun times and memories. Affectionately Pip and Tootie and family.
Greg,Kelly & Jeff and family, My deepest sympathy to you all my thoughts and prayers are with you
So sorry for your loss. Keeping you in our prayers during this time
Greg, Kelly, Jeff and family.
I was saddened to hear of your mom’s passing. She had been such a good friend to my mom.
Greg, Kelly and families, it was with great sadness that I learned of Betty’s passing. I didn’t see her often but we always managed to have a good visit when we did. No one is ever prepared to say goodbye to a loved one but I hope that you stay strong and lean on loved ones who can offer comfort during this painful time. You are not alone. My condolences.
Greg, Kelly and Jeff and the Kirk family. So sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. Our condolences to you all.
Dear Kelly, Jeff and Betty’s entire Family and Friends.
My deepest condolences.
Dear Kelly & Jeff and Family
Thinking of you all at this difficult time.
Our Sincere condolences and deepest sympathy.
Mike & Colleen Cyr
Kelly, Greg and Families So sorry for the loss of your mom Betty You’re in our thoughts at this difficult time 🙏
Kelly & Jeff,
My sincere condolences to you and your family.
To the Kirk Families
Thinking of you all at this most difficult time Sincere sympathy
Kelly, Jeff and family,
We extend our sympathy to you all with Betty’s passing.
She was always a pleasure to be around whether working at Bluewater or a chance meeting where we would share a few laughs. She was a great lady.
Hugs.
Dear Greg, Adam, Ashley & family… Scott and I send our condolences and know you are kept close in our thoughts during this sad time.
Dear Greg, Kelly & Jeff & all of Betty’s family & friends.With our deepest sympathy as you remember your special Mom & Grandma. Cherish all the wonderful memories you all shared with her. 🤗💕
Deepest sympathies to the family and friends Betty always was involved in her community in Zurich and will be missed
“No love is as pure, as strong, or as endless as a mother’s.”
Kelly, Greg and family
We are saddened to hear of the passing of your dear Mom, Grandmother, and Great Grandma. It was not that long ago that I ran into you Mom at No Frills and we stood and talked for almost a hour. Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. RIP Betty🙏💔
Dear Greg, Kelly, Jeff and families
Thinking of you and remembering your mom’s kindness and grace. She will be dearly missed and we send our deepest sympathies.
Patti and Steve
Deepest condolences to all of Betty’s family and friends. She was a wonderful, caring lady.
Our thoughts are with all of you
Kelly, Jeff and family, heartfelt condolences on your loss of your Mom and Grandma. Cherish your precious memories. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Our condolences to Betty’s family. Enjoyed my days at Good Neighbours playing scrabble with her.
Our condolences to Betty’s Family
We enjoyed her company
She was a wonderful person and a great neighbour
We will miss hearing her laughter and all the stories from days ago
RIP Betty apt #1
Mike and Sharon Jeffrey
Kelly and family we are so very sorry to learn that your dear Mom has passed!! Sending sincere sympathy to you all! Debbie and Larry Denomme
Sending sympathy to Betty’s loving family and friends . She will be missed. RIP Betty’ 🙏
My deepest sympathies to the entire family.
Kelly, Jeff, Matt, Josie, Leah and Aubrey and all of Betty’s family.
Our condolences to you. Betty was a great neighbour. May she Rest in Peace.
Greg, Kelly, Jeff and family.
I am so sorry to hear of Betty’s passing. Thinking of you at this time. She will be missed.
My deepest sympathies.
Mark,
So sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. We are thinking of you and your family with deepest sympathies.
Dear Kelly and family
My heart breaks for you
I hope you can find some comfort in the many happy memories with your Mom 💕
Elaine
Dear Greg, Kelly, Jeff and family,
I’m so very sorry – you’ve lost a wonderful mom. Thinking of you and sending my heartfelt sympathy,
Pam
Our sincere and deepest condolences to all of Betty’s families.
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Sincere sympathy to Kelly and Jeff and all of Betty’s family at this time of sorrow and grief.
I enjoyed working with Betty at Blue Water Rest Home. She was a very dedicated and compassionate nurse .I will always treasure our friendship over the years.
Sincerely Lois Thiel