Obituary of Betty Marion McKeown

McKEOWN, Betty Passed away peacefully at the Ross Memorial Hospital on Saturday February 7, 2015. Betty McKeown (nee Brown) of Bobcaygeon in her 90th year. Wife of the late Alfred McKeown (April 5, 2013). Betty is survived by her beloved and devoted daughter, Joan MacPhail (Larry Thomas), grandchildren Murray, Angela and Tanya and by her 6 great grandchildren. Also remembered by her beloved sisters Jean (Ozzie) and Doreen (Bill). Betty was born in Napanee where she attended school and later worked at Gibbard’s Furniture. She married Alfred McKeown and continued her life as “a farmer’s wife” and spent many years farming in the Napanee area. They eventually moved to Bolton, where they purchased a Massey Ferguson dealership and later retired to Bobcaygeon. Betty had a special place in her heart for music. She sang in various church choirs over the years and just recently, while in the hospital, sang with her sisters. She will be missed by her sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law and many nieces and nephews. Betty is predeceased by her sister Faye and brother-in-law Orly Hamilton. The family wishes to thank the nurses and doctors at Ross Memorial Hospital, Lindsay for their kindness, while Betty was in their care. Thanks to all who contributed to her life. A funeral service will be held at THE HENDREN FUNERAL HOMES, MONK CHAPEL, 6 Helen Street, Bobcaygeon on Friday February 13, 2015 at 1:00 PM with visitation to commence one hour prior to the service. A reception will follow in the Fellowship Room of the Funeral Home. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to Community Care Bobcaygeon or Bobcaygeon Meals on Wheels (Hot Meals Program). Friends may send condolences, arrange flowers or donations at www.hendrenfuneralhome.com or by calling 705-738-3222.