This is my Mom and today I’m going to tell you something about her. How do you find the words to describe a person who loved with everything in her? Her life was full and she was always busy, but never too busy for her grandkids. She said to me once “you always love your kids, your heart beats for them, but when you have grandkids…it’s like something I’ve never felt before. They are so amazing and the love is beyond anything I’ve felt before.”
She spent her life teaching and she was GOOD at it! She touched a huge number of lives over her 30+ years of teaching elementary school. But the love of helping others didn’t just stop in the classroom. It’s almost like she thrived on helping others, bringing people together, and making sure everyone was ok. If she found out you had a problem? Well, Mom would obsess about it, analyse it and do everything in her power to solve it. The next time you have a chance to do something kind for someone…do it! And then whisper “this ones for you Betty.” Mom has a huge faith and lived her life knowing there was another party going on that she had yet to attend. Here with us, SHE was the one that pulled everyone together, she was the one who loved to look around a room and see people laughing, joking around and telling stories. The laughter that’s happening now in the big hall will be felt here in our hearts. Between Uncle Norman and Uncle Donald, her sides will be aching for months. Oh how happy she will be to see her Mom and Dad again. She truly believed that if you spoke a person’s name or told their story that they would never really be gone from your life. Her life will be so very honoured by telling her stories, again and again, so that her grandkids will always know her BIG love, and her vibrant and classy persona. We could not contain that love any longer. Mom passed away on February 7, 2021. She has much work to do. After the party of course.
Mom never did anything 50%. It was all-in or nothing. With her love of her family and friends in mind, there will be a wonderful, full-of-life gathering at a later date. Arrangements entrusted to Haskett Funeral Home, Lucan (519-227-4211).
In lieu of flowers her son and daughter, Scott Shoebottom and Rebecca (Shearer) would be honoured to have you remember their Mom with a donation to St. Marys Community Living. An organization that gave her much peace-of-mind when it came to the life and wellbeing of her Grandson.
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Linda McBride
Our relationship started with a double date to dancing at Lakeside. Betty was a joy to know and we always had fun. And later I saw Betty at Cherryhill mall where I worked at the time. Betty was not only beautiful appearing but a beautiful person inside. I was privileged to know her and hear about her school adventures as a teacher. She was a real role model and truly loved her family. Some people you never forget. Betty was one for me.
Margo Collver
We were so sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. Thinking of you during this difficult time.
Keith & Margo Collver
Lynda warder
Betty was a blessing in my life. She and I were in so many activities together. She introduced me to CCAA which turned my life around! We went to many paper and card classes and of course, Art Journalling. When I lost my sight she drove me and kept my spirits positive. We had such fun and shared laughter!
I was blessed to meet and spend time. With Becky’s children. She loved those kids beyond measure! Our Monday classes brought me up to date of who slept over and what they did. I mentally adopted them as I had none of my own visiting.
I am blessed to have known her! She was just ahead of me in high school. Our daughters were both Becky. It goes on and on how our lives intertwined. I loved her and think, I will have to remember that for Betty! Her death was a shock to me ..she was always busy, busy, busy. We often joked she needed a class on how to incorporate rest periods into her life! She said she did not have time for it!
We both drove Ford Eacapes, used the same walkers at CCAA and both loved our teacher Debbie! Miss your energy Betty!!!
Thank you Betty for so much.
Alma Westlake
Becky and Scott;
Our sincere sympathy to both of you at this time. As you know well, your Mom was a very special person. Betty believed that if a task was worth doing, it was worth doing well! Her projects were always done well!
She leaves with you, her love. She will be missed.
Robert and Alma Westlake
Jess & Carl Streith
Becky, Scott and family
Our heartfelt condolences on Betty’s passing. We only knew Betty for 5 years [since our move to London]. We found her to be a warm and friendly soul as well as a great neighbor.
She will be sorely missed.
Jess & Carl Streith
Don and Deanna Beatson
Scott, Becky and families,
So sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Don and Deanna Beatson
Pat and Rick Woods
Dear Becky and family:
We are sorry to learn of your Mom’s passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Your Mom brought joy to everyone she knew and newly met. She leaves a big hole in the universe and in our hearts.
Barry Nunn
Dear Becky and Scott,
Your Mother and I were in high school together and were born in the same year. Many years have passed but I can still fondly recall her effervescent smile and infectious laugh. This morning I retrieved an old yearbook and showed my wife a picture of your Mom. She was a special lady.
May your wonderful memories provide you with peace and comfort.
Barry Nunn
Sylvia & Timm Browning
Our sincerest condolences at the loss of your Mom. Praying for God’s comfort and strength during this difficult time.
Heidi Kuhn
Dear Becky and Family,
My heart breaks for your loss.
I really appreciated all the lovely posts, it was wonderful to learn what an amazing woman your mother was, and that she touched so many with her special gifts and positive life force.
Sending hugs.
Terrie Kirk Jamie Genna and Markie Shaw
Forever Mamma Bet…
Terrie
Sheila Hodgins
Rebecca my sincere sympathy is extended to you and your family for the loss of your Mom. Keep all the memories close to your heart.
Bonnie & Kevin OShea
Scott, Tamsyn, Oliver & Olivia
Becky, Shane, Grace, Max & Amy
So sorry to hear of your mom’s passing, Betty was a talented seamstress – she made the best Halloween costumes and a great neighbour to us growing up. Memories of refinishing woodwork one summer & admiring her beautiful blue velvet furniture in another room was an inspiration in design as well. I think she taught us the “hitchhiker” dance at Oxbow. She will be truly missed.
Susan Pierson
Beck, Scott and Family:
I am so sorry for your loss. I wish I could take away your broken hearts.
Beck, you carry on the love for life every day, just like your mom. Sending you big hugs and love during this time.
Sue P
John & Mary Walls
Becky, Scott & Family;
Our sincere condolences to you in the loss of your Mom. Betty had a wonderful personality
and a beautiful smile. There will be lots of great memories.
Bev Clarke
Becky Scott and families
So sorry to hear of your mums passing ! She was a beautiful friend and I will miss her dearly! Such a beautiful tribute you wrote for her and that was so much your mum !!She will be missed by so many !
Graham Hayhoe and Sheila Valiaho
Scott, Becky, and Family,
We are sorry to hear about Betty’s passing. We have fond memories of your Mom while teaching with her at Centennial. She was always upbeat and positive and cheerful with a ready smile for everyone. Please accept our sincere condolences.
Sheila Valiaho and Graham Hayhoe
Kathy Pierson
I am so sorry for your loss. I wish I could take all your heartache away.
Becky, you carry on the love for life your Mom gave and showed us all. Sending all your family love during this time.
Diane dixon
Becky and family, I am so sorry for your loss of such a wonderful lady. I didn’t know Betty a long time but realized quickly what a nice heart this lady had.
Gary MacDonell
That was a beautiful message about a wonderful woman. Cousin Betty’s death is on my mind everyday. My heart goes out to her brothers Bob, Harvey and David. The shock that Betty’s children, Scott and Rebecca are going through must be awful. Our prayers are with you during this difficult year. We remember the good times in Jacquet River, New Brunswick.
Sarah O'Neil
Dear Grace, I am so sorry to hear about your grandma. I can’t think of how hard it must be. I am thinking of you and your whole family. I am here for you if you need anything, just reach out.
Peggy O'Neil
Dear Scott, Becky and Family. There are no words to adequately convey the heaviness in my heart. Your mom was a ray of Light in my life as my 4-H Leader, first employer, swimming teacher, and the provider of a soft spot to land whenever I needed one. Thank you for posting such a beautiful picture of her, one that captures her essence perfectly–big eyes and an even bigger smile. She is an example to us all to laugh more, learn more and love more. My deepest condolences and warmest wishes to you during this devastating time of loss. Know that I share in your sadness as I will miss her too.
Jacqueline Lownie
I was so sorry to learn of Betty’s passing, she was truly a beautiful woman. When Reg and I were married twenty year’s ago, she took beautiful pictures at Colborne United Church which I treasure. It was an honour to know you Betty.
Marian Smibert
Dear Becky and Scott and families: I was sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. I never had the opportunity to teach at the same school as she was at but I certainly connected with her when Becky was in my class at Oxbow and my nephews had her as a teacher at Centennial. I remember delivering cakes to her for special events. I remember her always being so elegantly dressed. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you all as you get through these dark days ahead. There are many people who have very fond memories of her. Sincerely, Marian Smibert.
Gail Clarke (Campbell)
Scott and Becky I knew your mom when she was in college and through her first few years of teaching There were four of us living together in our first apartment Your mom had us so well organized with weekly and monthly responsibilities and we had so much fun and so many laughs together I have great memories of that time I met both of you when yo were young and your mom was so proud of both of you She was such a happy, vibrant person Unfortunately we lost contact when she moved to London I know you will treasure your memories too
My thoughts and prayers are with you
Gail Clarke
Gail Clarke
Becky and Scott
I knew your mom years ago when she was beginning her teaching career They were four of us sharing our first apartment Your mom had us so well organized with weekly and monthly responsibilities She kept the place full of life ,laughs and fun times
When she moved to London I am sorry to say I lost touched with her I remember meeting you two when you were small Your write up brought back so many good memories .She was so proud of you two and would be of your beautiful comments about her You will have so many wonderful memories I know I do
My thoughts and prayers are with you
Gail Clarke (Campbell)
Russ Fox
Becky, Scott and family
We were so sorry to hear of your Moms passing,
You have great memories, treasure them.
Russ and Sharon
Marg McLean
I’m so sorry for your loss. Your mom sounds like an amazing person and I know she will be missed by you, her loving family. The gifts she gave to you, her friends, her school and wider community will be cherished and live on.
With heartfelt sympathy, Marg
Diane Charlton
Dear Becky,Scott & Family. Sending my condolences as I know you’ll miss her very much. I’m well aware her enthusiasm & energy. I have witnessed all of it as a friend, & teacher.
Donna Walker
My sincere sympathy to Betty’s family. She was such a giving person. She was a teacher at Adelaide W.G MacDonald School where I was the Secretary. She invited us to her home and we shared many memories.
Blessings to all.
Donna Walker
Ann Brabender
Scott and Becky and families – Betty was a great sister-in-law! She brought the city to the country! Lots of fun times and her big smile and laugh was infectious. Betty was always very positive and never did anything half ass! She was very much a family person and cherished her time with both families. She will for ever be in your hearts and will be watching everything you do. Lots of love Aunt Ann
Bev and Barbara Shipley
Becky, Scott and family
We are so sorry to learn of your mom’s passing. May you be comforted by many, many happy memories and know that others are praying for your strength and comfort during this time.
Richard Emmerton
So sorry to hear of Betty’s passing. She was one of a kind, energetic, loving, and caring. What a beautiful tribute you have written to her.
ToRebecca, Sahen, Scott and the family, my sincere condolences.
Pete & Jackie Martens
So sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. Please accept our sincere condolences at this sad time.
Sharon Hodgins
Scott and Becky
So sorry to hear of your moms passing.
Thinking of you in this difficult time.
marjorie and ernie taylor
so sorry to hear of the loss of your Mom. We enjoyed much time with her many years ago, at the Ilderton Dances and also Stretch and Sew. She taught me some of my sewing techniques
Sonja van de Hoef-Fraser
Dear Rebecca and Scott,
Your Mom, as you described, was vibrant! My sweet memories while working at Colborne was of your Mom bringing a grandchild to our music program. Her dedication in doing this spoke volumes to who Betty was. She celebrated people! When she learned of my wedding a few years back she blessed us with a beautiful gift of a quilt centre piece for our table. In the card she said, “I’ve never done this before it’s not my best work…” well, it is beautiful and even the box, which she wrapped and put it in was stunning!!! It is proudly on display on our living room table, for it’s not just the quilt top…she wove together a Dutch windmill with a Scottish thistle (my husband’s ancestry). Her skill of sewing was lovely, but it’s the thought she put into it. It is a treasured gift, as your Mom was. May God’s Spirit of Comfort surround you all through this time. – Sonja
Karen Richards
Becky and Scott, I am so sorry to hear about Betty’s passing. She was a ray of light and such a supporter of me. She generously offered her home so that we could have our Calendar Classes and lobbied to get more people interested in the world of scrapbooking. My heart is broken this morning after hearing the news about her passing. R.I.P., dear Betty!
Sue Carlyle
Rebecca and Scott,
I am so very sorry for your loss. Your mother was a wonderful loving laughing woman, and I enjoyed immensely what you wrote about her.
Diane Macpherson
Becky, Scott and family.
My sincere condolences on your mom’s passing.
I met Betty in October 2013, when I began ministry at Colborne Street United. She was warm, caring, friendly and it was like we had known each other for years.
Her faith shone through in her upbeat, positive attitude and smile, despite whatever health concerns she was facing. Her love for, and devotion to you and especially her grandchildren was so easy to see.
We had a number of lovely visit in her home and at least one luncheon.
Like her scrapbooking recorded memories, I pray that you will find comfort in the memories you will cherish for a lifetime.
Blessings
Diane
Bryan and Liz Graham
Bryan and I were so sorry to hear about Betty’s passing. Her beautiful smile and infectious laugh will be remembered by all. She was a kind,caring,resourceful and talented lady. May all your wonderful memories help you through this difficult time.
Bryan and Liz Graham
Emily Savoie (Saunders)
Becky, Scott and family,
What a beautiful tribute to a beautiful lady. Sending much love through this difficult time. Her legacy will continue on with you.
Joan Robson
Hugs and prayers for you.
Aunt Joan
Colleen Dobinson
Becky, Scott and Family. I am so sorry to hear of your loss. She was a wonderful lady. Thinking of you all in these hard days. She has left behind her beautiful memory and kind spirit.
Colleen and Ernie Dobinson
Doris Inglis
Betty was the best friend a person could have. She loved unconditionally and was always there for her friends. When she entered a room she made it a livelier and happy place. She loved her family totally and was always so proud of their accomplishments. I will miss her forever but treasure my memories. I wish the same for you Scott and Becky and your families.
Will Pierson/Heather Prout
Scott, Becky & Families
We are so sorry to hear of Betty’s passing, Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time
Caroline Rasenberg
Reba, Shane and Family
Scott & Family
Extended Families
Thinking of You in the loss of your mother, there is LOVE that will LIVE FOREVER, and there are memories that will shine through the sorrow.
Betty was “one of a kind” a compassionate, artistic, energized and passionate woman!
We will miss her dearly, she touched many lives.
Caroline Rasenberg, Tony Vanderhoek & Corinne
Mike and Pat Kelly
Rebecca and Family. Our sincerest heartfelt condolences to all of you.
Will O'Neil
Becky, Scott and family
So sorry to hear of the loss of your mom. Hold on to those memories. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Will & Ursula O’Neil and family.
Barbara (Filson) Johnson
Becky, Scott and Family
So sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing.
You have written a wonderful tribute.
Love her comment about Grandkids.
She will be sorely missed.
Kelly and Rose O'Connor
Rebecca, Rose and I are very sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. she sounds like a remarkable and unforgettable lady
Tracey and Terry Sockett
So sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. Your mom and I used to have great talks while Terry was taking car of her car. She will be missed.
Marie Holland
Becky and family,
So shocked to hear about your mom’s passing. I considered her to be a good friend. She was so kind and caring. The person that introduced us to each other thought that we should meet. What we found out was that we were almost related!! She was a very enthusiastic person so it was always good to catch up when we bumped into one another. Will miss her. I hope she got her projects done.
Bob and Nancy Manning
Sorry to hear of Betty’s passing. Carrying on her passions will be a challenge she has left for you!
Kelly O’Neil
Scott and Becky
Thinking of you guys in this hard time .
My deepest sympathies
Kelly . Callum and Brynn
Larry & Marg Hotson
Scott, Rebecca and family
Sorry to hear of Betty’s passing. Our sincere condolences at this very sad time.
Mary-Kay Vary
Becky and Family, I was so sorry to hear about the loss of your mom. My heart goes out to you during this incredibly sad time. May your memories wrap you in her love and keep her forever in your hearts.
Hiram, Cathy, Lilly, Violet O’Neil and Sadie Damen
Becky, Scott and family
We are so sorry to hear of Betty’s passing. She was a great lady and will be truly missed.