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EVELYN ELIZABETH LOUISE BEST

Date of Passing: Jan 08, 2015

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EVELYN ELIZABETH LOUISE BEST After a lengthy illness, on January 8, 2015 at 87 years of age, Evelyn Elizabeth Louise Best, known to all as Betty-Lou, slipped into eternal rest. Betty-Lou was predeceased in 2000 by her husband of 49 years, Kevin and by her parents Cecil Coultas and Gladys Coultas (Moore). She leaves behind her daughters Judy Peters (Bob) and Nancy Ullenboom (Ray), and sons Neil Best (Arpad Molnar) and Rick Best (Marie). Betty-Lou is also survived by her grandchildren: Russell Peters (Sarah) and great-granddaughter Ella; Allison Peters (Mehdi); Matt Ullenboom (Lisa) and soon to be born great-grandchild; Derek Ullenboom (Iwetta); Ryan Best and Megan Best; and her cousin Vivian Holland (Don). She also leaves behind her nephews and nieces: Bob Best (Joyce); Shelagh Pickard (Les); Jim Waugh (Charlene Prickett); Craig Ashley (Cecile); Linda Pugh, and her dear friend of 74 years, Bev Routley. Betty-Lou was born on March 16, 1927 in Toronto, moving to Winnipeg in 1951 upon her marriage to Kevin. Until the last three years of her life, Betty-Lou called 590 Waverley Street in Winnipeg her home. Betty-Lou touched many lives with her love, compassion, graciousness and kindness. Memorial services will be held on Tuesday, January 13 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Peter's Anglican Church, 755 Elm Street, Winnipeg, with reception to follow in the parish hall. Following the reception, interment will take place at Thomson "In the Park" Cemetery, 1291 McGillivray Boulevard. Thank you to all of Betty-Lou's caregivers at Victoria General Hospital and Deer Lodge Centre, her spiritual providers and to her many friends and visitors who brightened her days. In lieu of flowers, donations are gratefully accepted to the Lung Association of Manitoba. SLEEP IN HEAVENLY PEACE MOM THOMSON "IN THE PARK" 204-925-1120 Condolences may be sent to www.thomsoninthepark.com

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jan 10, 2015

Condolences & Memories (5 entries)

  • I am so sorry to learn of Betty Lou's passing. I remember her with very fond memories as I grew up on Elm Street. Betty Lou and my mother, Olof Macdonald were fast friends, coffee buddies and long time bridge players with Bev Routley. Betty Lou was such a classy lady, and she had the BEST laugh ever!!!! Rest in Peace, Betty Lou. My sympathies to your family. - Posted by: Barbara Macdonald (long time family friend) on: Jan 14, 2015

  • My sympathies to Betty-Lou's family and I second my sister's comments about Betty-Lou. Susie (Shanks) was very lucky to have met and been Betty Lou's roommate at Deer Lodge. Mom and Betty-Lou over a very short time became good friends and enjoyed each others company. It was a privilege to have met Betty Lou and her family. She was a lovely lady. Rest in peace sweet Betty-Lou ! - Posted by: Colleen Neal (Friend) on: Jan 12, 2015

  • My sympathies to the family . My mother, Susie Shanks, was very lucky to have Betty Lou for her roommate at Deer Lodge Center. Together they shared stories, comforted each other and had endless giggles. It made Susie's"s family thankful to have such a lovely lady be a caring friend to their mom. Rest in peace sweet Betty Lou ! - Posted by: Corey MacKinnon (Friend) on: Jan 11, 2015

  • I am so sorry to hear about Betty Lou's passing. I was up to see her with my mom Bev. just before I left for Florida. We had such a lovely visit. I have such fond memories of taking your mom and my mom to concerts and dinners. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time. Barb - Posted by: Barb Brako nee Routley (Bev's daughter) on: Jan 10, 2015

  • Betty-Lou came to Winnipeg in July of 1950 to visit Beverley Routley. In early Sept. she met Kevin Best through another friend she had gone to school with in Toronto. Beverley and Keith saw a lot of Betty-Lou and Kevin when they were "dating". Kevin was always telling us how he loved Betty-Lou, but was so concerned over their age differences, that he was worried about marriage. Needless to say, we always encouraged their relationship. They were married in June of 1950. Beverley couldn't be a bridesmaid for Betty-Lou as she was 8 months pregnant. When Beverley was married Betty-Lou couldn't be a bridesmaid for Beverley as she had had a nervous breakdown and was only allowed to go to the church but not the reception. Betty-Lou was married in Beverley's wedding gown. - Posted by: Beverley Routley (Long time friend) on: Jan 10, 2015

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