Betty Read
Died: November 29, 2017 | Place: St. Joseph's Hospice
Obituary
READ, Betty….
On Wednesday, November 29, 2017, Mary Elizabeth “Betty” Read passed peacefully at St. Joseph’s Hospice, London in her 87th year. Beloved wife of Robert A. “Bob” Read for over 66 years. Dear mother of Peggy Read of Burlington, Cathy Grasby (Bill) and Craig Read both of London. Cherished grandmother of Graham Janson (Sarah Couchie), Naomi Kuehnbaum (Adam), Heidi Janson, Erica Jewer (Tristan), Luke Grasby (Jill Audette), Paul Grasby (Hannah Bushby), Jessie Read, Adam Read and Cole Read. Much loved great-grandmother of Lincoln, Brielle, Chloe and Lincoln. Will be greatly missed by her nephew W. Scott Gray. Predeceased by her son David Read and her sister Jean Gray. Betty had a long and rewarding career in the legal secretary field. She took pride in her children and their families and was thrilled to become a new great-grandmother. Friends will be received by the family at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London on Tuesday, December 5, 2017 from 2-4 and 7-9 pm. A funeral service will be held at Wesley-Knox United Church, 91 Askin Street, London, ON N6C 1E7 on Wednesday, December 6, 2017 at 1 pm. Interment in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, London. Donations in Betty’s memory may be made to Wesley-Knox United Church. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com
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Bob, Cathy, Peggy, Craig and families
Thinking of you all at this difficult time. Cherish the many wonderful memories you hold as a family, your Mom beamed with pride when she spoke of you all. I always looked forward to our time together and she will sure be missed! Sheila and family
I am sorry to hear this. My parents (Mike and Margaret Ryan) are good friends of Bob and Betty and Betty was always interested in what was happening in my life and asked about my children and grandchildren. I know my parents will miss her, as I am sure all her family and friends will.
Bob, Craig, Peggy, Cathy & Bill & families.
So sorry to hear of Betty’s passing. I have some great childhood memories of youth group events at Roehampton and the constant smiles from her. Betty always had a cheeriness about her that you couldn’t help but feel good after chatting with her. She always seemed so positive and I will miss her warm greetings. May your memories be a comfort to you in the days ahead and peace knowing she has been reunited with David.
Sincerely,
Grant
Bob, Peggy, Cathy, Craig and families. I am so sad that you have lost your matriarch and yet so blessed to have had a moment with her before she passed. I pray that she will have the strongest of angel wings and will soar in eternal paradise. She is with David and Grammy and will watch and guide you in the times to come. Love to each of you, may you find peace in knowing she is resting. xo
mine sincere condolences to the fam
It has been quite awhile since I have been surrounded by the love and smiles of Mrs Read and family but the sweet memories are so vivid it seems like yesterday.
My deep condolences to all. I send love, prayers and hugs to all.
Dear Bob and family:
I am so very sorry for your loss. Your mom always had a smile for everyone and I can see her now smiling down on all of you, saying “i’m good”. I am sorry I cannot attend the funeral as I have a bad throat and ear infection and do not wish to spread my germs. Please know you are all in my heartfelt prayers and fondly remembering many years with Betty at Wesley-Knox.
To Craig and Bob and the rest of the Read family. My condolences on the loss of Betty. She will be missed. Take care.