1930 – 2015
Betty passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 22, 2015 at the age of 85.
She was predeceased by her husbands James Solomon and Ray Gaunt, her brother Robert Smith and her parents Christopher and Tekla Smith. She leaves to mourn her passing her children Valerie (Dave) Cathro, Dan, Debra, Michelle and Laura, her grandchildren Holly, Robyn, Christopher and several step grandchildren. She is also survived by her sister Vi of Los Angeles, CA, special nephews Rich, Ron and Chris Gaunt as well as many nieces and nephews.
Betty spent her career working for 45 years at the City of Winnipeg. Upon retirement she and Jim moved to Hillside Beach where they became active with many activities including singing in the choir and playing hand bells for Trinity Lutheran Church in Thalberg.
The family would like to thank the staff at Parkview Place Care Centre for their care and compassion.
Funeral Service will be held on Monday, December 28 at 2:00 p.m. at Sobering Funeral Chapel, 1035 Park Avenue E., Beausejour.
In lieu of flowers, if friends and family so desire, donations may be made to The Canadian Diabetes Association, 200-310 Broadway Ave., Winnipeg, MB R3C 0S6.
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Betty & Moe Lesyk
We were very sorry to hear of Betty’s passing. I first met Betty when I went to work at City Hall in 1972and have remained friends. Betty & I met Jim & Moe within a month of each other and fondly remember our friendship and good times throughout all those years.
Pastor Arleen Berg Leishman
My deepest condolences to family and friends of Betty. As Betty and Jim’s Pastor, I appreciated Betty’s spunk and enthusiasm. She was an amazing woman with a deep faith and faithful member of Rural Beausejour Parish. May you be comforted in your sorrow as you remember Betty.
Pastor Arleen
Bernice Reimer McDonald
My condolences to you, Valerie and Family, in the loss of your dear mother and grandmother. Though it’s many years since I’ve last seen Betty, I have fond memories of being in the family home, especially during jr high and high school years when I knew her as Mrs. Gaunt. She was a lovely, kind person. It would be good to re-connect with you, Valerie ~ my email is berm@shaw.ca
With my love & prayers, Bernice Reimer McDonald
High River, AB.