Betty Winifred GUMBRILL

BURTON, Betty Winifred (nee Gumbrill) After a lengthy illness, at Bonnechere Manor, Renfrew, on Thursday, October 19, 2006, at the age of 80. Beloved wife of 60 years to William (Bill) Burton, who predeceased her by 4 months. Dearly loved mother of Patricia (Mark) of Matawatchan, Ontario. Loving grandmother of Tonya, David and Candice. Dear sister of Ron (Margaret) Gumbrill and Ann (Mike) Kothstein of Australia and Fred (Jeanette) Gumbrill of England. Survived by many cherished relatives and friends, overseas and in Canada and her dearly loved cousin Patricia Williscroft of Burnaby, B.C. Betty was a "War Bride" of WW II who came to Canada in 1946, from Horsham, West Sussex, England, to be with her new husband. She was a devoted housewife and mother. A small family service was held at Pinecrest Cemetery prior to cremation. Interment of the ashes of both Betty and William will take place at Pinecrest Cemetery, Ottawa in April, 2007. If desired, donations in Betty's memory may be made to a charity of choice. Thanks to Bonnechere Manor for their loving care and Goulet Funeral Home for their patience and understanding. "Sadly missed and forever in our hearts". Published in the Ottawa Citizen on 11/25/2006