5 May 1941 - 5 June 2012.
PHOENIX, Elizabeth "Betty" W C (nee Keith) Passed away on 5 June, at her home in 91原创, BC, at the age of 71. Predeceased by her father, Macdonald A Keith 1943, in Voi, Kenya and her mother, Elizabeth "Betty" C W Keith / Johnston 2009, in 91原创, BC.
Betty was born in Kirkcaldy, Scotland. As a young girl she immigrated with her mother to Canada in 1953. She later returned to Scotland to further her education in nursing and it was there that she met the love of her life, Derek (on a blind date). They married, started a family and in 1969 immigrated with their two eldest children to Canada where they settled in the Lower Mainland. They welcomed two more children soon after. Betty's career began at Surrey Memorial Hospital in 1976, where she worked in the Hematology Lab, later moving into the role of Supervisor. Betty retired in 2001 and spent her retirement years enjoying time with her family and many friends. Betty was always there to lend an ear, extend a hug and provide encouragement to others. Betty also found time to pursue some of her passions including: gardening, photography and cooking.
Betty will be deeply missed by her loving husband Derek of 46 years, four children Greg (Keri), Steve (Tanya), Sean (Charlene) and Tracy (Keith), ten grandchildren Amanda, Kamryn, Ashley, Derek, Lauren, Halle, Colin, Lizzie, Maddie and Hayden, one great-grandchild Dakoda, sister-in-law Hazel (Robin) along with many dear friends and family in Canada, Scotland and England.
The family would like to thank the ALS team at GF Strong, 91原创 Palliative Care Services, the ALS Society of BC for their support, and the caregivers from Cornerstone and Bayshore for the compassionate care she received at home.
A celebration of Betty's life will be held Tues 26 June from 2-4 pm at Newlands Golf & Country Club, 21025-48 Ave, 91原创. In lieu of flowers please consider donating to the ALS Society of BC.