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Elizabeth Rae "Betty" Wright

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Elizabeth Rae "Betty" Wright

August 21, 1925 - May 5, 2020

Peacefully at the Golden Plough Lodge on Tuesday May 5th, 2020 in her 95th year. Beloved wife of the late William Wright. Loving mother of Hillary Alton (Jim), John, Henry (Nhanci) and the late David (Joanne). Dear grandmother of Allison, Julie, Shannon, Sara and John and great grandmother of Reuben and Grace. Lovingly remembered by her brother Mac Richards (Kathy). A private graveside service was held. If desired donations may be made to the Golden Plough Lodge Auxiliary.

MESSAGES OF CONDOLENCE / DONATIONS

Michael Gray - June 3, 2020 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Golden Plough Lodge Auxiliary

Cliff and Nancy Kellar - May 18, 2020

So sorry to hear of Betty's passing. She was a great neighbour, and will be missed. Our condolences to the family.

JOHN AND VIVIAN CLAREY - May 16, 2020

Hillary , John ,Henry and families, we were so sorry to hear of your mothers passing ! Please accept our sympathies ,and know that you and your families are in our thoughts and prayers.

Cindy Rutherford - May 14, 2020

Dearest John and your family,. How blessed to have had so much time with your mom,. May you all find peace and comfort in your own way and time Understanding your loss, Cindy Rutherford

Betty Smith - May 13, 2020

Thinking of everyone at this time. Remembering all the time shared with her at the office at 17 Queen St. My condolences to the family.

Ward & Penny Beebe - May 13, 2020

John - sorry read of your mother's passing. A beautiful person she was. Our thoughts are with you and your family.

Estelle Cortesis - May 12, 2020

Dear John,Henry and families, I’m so very sorry to learn of the passing of your mother. You are in my thoughts and prayers. With sincere condolences, Estelle

Tom Wood - May 10, 2020

John and the entire Wright family my sincere condolences on the passing of your mother. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time .

Diana Stuckless - May 10, 2020

Dear John and family you are in our thoughts and prayers. I did mom hair at Rose beauty salon for years we had many laughs together. My aunt jo Clarke sends her condolence Betty was a bridge player with my aunt for years on sundays at each other’s home .

Grant & Marion - May 10, 2020

Sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. Our thoughts are with you during these unusual and difficult times. Hess & Marion

Kristin, Jeff and Rob (Beaner) Elliott - May 9, 2020

John and family, We are so sorry to hear about your mom. Thinking of you all. Kristin, Jeff and Rob Elliott

Anne and Dave Doyle - May 9, 2020

John and Family So sorry to hear of the loss of your mom. Our thoughts are with you at a difficult time. Anne and Dave

Patricia and Mark Perkin - May 9, 2020

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Your Mom was stoic while we were growing up. She was also very gracious and kind to us all. May we offer our thoughts and prayers to you all for comfort. May she rest in Peace.

John & Val Lunn - May 8, 2020

John and family: Sorry, to hear of the loss of your Mom. We will be thinking of you at this time.

Debbie Quemby - May 8, 2020

I'm so sorry to hear about your mom and grandma.

Gerald Wayne Stafford - May 8, 2020 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Golden Plough Lodge Auxiliary

Wayne Stafford - May 8, 2020

John sorry to hear of your mother passing. Thinking of you and your family at this time. Wayne

Virginia Desormeaux - May 7, 2020

Thoughts and prayers are with all of you. She was a lovely lady that I had the privilege to get to know during her stay at The Golden Plough. I will miss our chats about raising kids and them being involved in sports. She will be missed!

Peg (Kernaghan) Thomas - May 7, 2020

My personal sympathies to each and every member of your Family in the loss of your Mother, Grandmother and Great Grandmother

Tom & Shirley Basinger - May 7, 2020

We are saddened to hear of the passing of your Mother and Grandmother. Our deepest condolences to the entire family. May she rest peacefully. Tom, Shirley, Amy & Kimberly Basinger

Garth Gordon - May 7, 2020

Our condolences to the Wright family. Fun times with Banker Fretz in the late 70s and early 80s. Thanks for the great memories. Rest In Peace Betty. Garth and Nancy.

Stephen Cortesis - May 7, 2020

Sending my condolences to the Wright family. I remember your mother as a very gracious and kind lady. Steve Cortesis

Debbie and Barry Bird - May 7, 2020

We’re very sad to learn of the loss of your dear Mom and Grandmother. We have wonderful memories of her coming to our farm to feed her beloved Banker Freitz carrots with her granddaughter. She was a lovely lady. Our condolences to your family. Barry and Debbie Bird

Paul Sherwin - May 7, 2020

John, sorry to hear of the passing of your mother. My condolences to you and your family. Paul & Judy

Gil and Marg Brocanier - May 7, 2020

John, we are so sorry to hear of the loss of your Mom. We know she was a big part of your life and will be greatly missed

Edie & Brian May - May 7, 2020

John, Henry, Thinking of you at this time.

Greg & Cathy Rylott - May 6, 2020

John, Thinking of you during this difficult time. Our thoughts are with you and your family.

Diana and Jim Flesch - May 6, 2020

We are so sorry for your loss.

Donna Kelly - May 6, 2020

Mrs Wright was truly a classy lady. A wife and business woman in her husband's practice. I worked for Dr. Wright. A woman who stood by her man. A long life well lived. Condolences to the family.

Kim and Tom Rudd - May 6, 2020

John, we were so sorry to hear of your Mother’s passing. We know you have so many amazing memories to remember her by. Keep well. Kim and Tom.

Tim & Jocelyn Clarey - May 6, 2020

John and family, thinking of you during this difficult time

Paulie Deseure - May 6, 2020

John and the Wright Family. Our since condolences on the loss of your mom and grandmother. May all of your special memories of your mom help you through this difficult time. God Bless. Paulie and Terry Deseure

Ron Caffin - May 6, 2020

Just a note of our condolences to the family on your loss. Ron Caffin

Rob and Linda Fisher - May 6, 2020

John, our sincere condolences to you and your family at this difficult time.

Rob and Linda Fisher - May 6, 2020

John, our sincere condolences to you and your family at this difficult time.

Bruce Wood - May 6, 2020

Dear John, Hillary and Henry. It is a sad day indeed with the passing of your beloved mother. She was a Grand lady and a good friend. I know my life growing up around the Wright household holds many special memories for me and for that I am truly thankful. She will greatly be missed. Woodsy, Marlene, Grant and Sam

Torsten and Gwen Lins - May 6, 2020

John and family, we are so sorry to hear of your loss. Your Mom was a very good neighbor for many years. We always enjoyed talking to her and watching her spoil our dogs! Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this sad time.

Gord and Ann Oosterhof - May 6, 2020

John and Wright family, we are very sorry to hear of the passing of your Mom and Grandmother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

Dar Warner - May 6, 2020

John I am so very sorry for the loss of your mom!

Peter Delanty - May 6, 2020 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Golden Plough Lodge Auxiliary

Suzanne and Peter Delanty - May 6, 2020

Our deepest sympathy goes out to you John and to Shannon , Sara and John on the passing of your mom . Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time .

Steve and Jan Bradford - May 6, 2020

We would like to extend our deepest sympathy to the Wright family at this most difficult time. We wish we could extend these condolences in person, know that we are thinking of you and your families.

Carol Buttar - May 6, 2020

Eric & I send our deepest condolences on your Mom's passing. She lived a good long life. I'm sure she is at peace now.

Liz (Gaiger) McCaughey - May 6, 2020

Dear Hillary, I send condolences to you and all your family. Of course, it has been years but I do remember both your parents. Young and vibrant citizens of Cobourg. Sincere sympathy to you at this time. Liz

Jonathan Mitchell - May 6, 2020

John and the entire Wright family my sincere condolences on the passing of your mother

Doug Mann - May 6, 2020

John, Henry, and family : It has been some time since I have seen either of you, hope you are keeping well. Condolences on your loss. Doug

Connie &Miles McGinn - May 6, 2020

To John and the Wright families..so sorry for the loss of your mom and grandmother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.