FRASER, Elizabeth Bernice ‘Betty’
Elizabeth Bernice “Betty” Fraser, aged 84, passed away peacefully on February 17, 2020, at her home, Gables Lodge, Amherst, surrounded by her family and her beloved staff/caregivers. Betty was born Sept. 16, 1935 in Thorburn, Nova Scotia to John and Christine (MacDonald) Campbell. She later married the love of her life, Douglas Fraser, and they built a beautiful life together, living all over Nova Scotia - Truro, Yarmouth, Amherst, Dartmouth and New Glasgow, where they made memories, raised their children and made life-long friends. Betty is survived by daughter, Nancy (Roddy) Letcher of Amherst; son, Brad (Leah Wright) Fraser of Halifax; grandchildren, Lauren and Abbey; companion, Thomas Henwood; a brother, Jack (Marjorie) Campbell; brother-in-law, Jerry Rogers; sister-in-law, Joyce Campbell; special nieces and nephews, and great nieces and nephews. Besides her parents and husband, she was predeceased by four sisters, Ina, Ruth, Mary and Margaret, and three brothers, Fred, Gordon and Archie. After Doug’s death in 2002, Betty was lucky enough to fall in love again with her amazing companion, Thomas Henwood. These two enjoyed love, laughter, cottage time at Black Point and many shopping trips to Bangor. Tommy has been Betty’s most loyal caregiver. His kindness and devotion to Betty will never be forgotten. We love you Tommy! Betty was full of love, laughter, fun and strength. She enjoyed many jobs and activities throughout her life. Her most cherished role was being “Nanny Betts” to Lauren and Abbey and being a caregiver to great niece and nephew, Kelsey and Logan Boudreau. Betty always looked forward to the Black Point days, her favourite place. Her cottage walking buddies, Janet and Susan (nieces), were always there for a great laugh, fun and stories. Betty was a member of Trinity St. Stephen’s United Church in Amherst and a former member of First Presbyterian Church in New Glasgow. A very special thanks goes out to the professional and loving staff at Gables Lodge. You loved our mother like she was your own, and for that we are forever grateful. Visitation 6-8 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 20, in the R.H. Porter Funeral Home, 55 Almont Ave., New Glasgow, from where service will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, Feb. 21, with Rev. Dr. Glen Matheson officiating. Burial will be at a later date in Heatherdale Memorial Gardens. Family Flowers only. Donations in Betty’s honour may be made to the Residence Fund of Gables Lodge, the ARHS Band, Choir Parents Association, the Trinity St. Stephen’s United Church Benevolent Fund, or to a charity of your choice. Condolences may be sent by visiting: www.rhporter.ca.