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EDWARD ANTHONY BETTENS
Date of Passing: Apr 11, 2013
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryEDWARD ANTHONY BETTENS June 15, 1939 - April 11, 2013 Suddenly, but without suffering, Edward was taken from us on Thursday, April 11, 2013. It is with great sadness that his family members announce the passing of their father, loving husband, grandpa (BIG PA), uncle, brother-in-law and friend. Left to cherish his memory are his loving wife, Janice; children: Anthony (Lise), Jeffrey (Sandra), Gregory, Grant Goulet and Michelle Slezak (Kevin); precious grandchildren: Kyle, Craig, Brooklyn, Brody, Brayden, Connor, Mason and Matthew; step-grandchildren, Kol, Jennifer (Leo), Jarrod, and great-grandson Elijah. Ed will also be very much missed by his many sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nephews, nieces, cousins, aunts, uncles and their extended families. Ed was a wonderful man, full of humour, and loved nothing more than to have people around him all the time. He enjoyed life to the fullest, even with several health issues over the years, his zest for life never weakened. He loved his family and cherished his time with them. He loved his friends and kept in close contact with so many. Ed was a hardworking man who spent 30 years with Imperial Oil in Winnipeg, and prior to that worked for Reimer Express. He retired in 1996 and he and his wife Janice moved to Poplar Bay in Kenora in 1998 to enjoy his favourite sport - fishing as well as boating, hunting and the great outdoors. He was fortunate in being able to travel each winter and enjoyed trailering with his brother, Albert (who predeceased him in March of 2009), his wife Beverley, also travelling with brother-in-law Paul and Doreen, as well as with sons Tony and Grant and their families on many occasions. Ed and Jan moved to Ste. Anne, Manitoba in July of 2010 where they could enjoy a little bit of country and at the same time, be closer to family and friends. Here, Ed resumed his golfing interests and enjoyed many games with his boys and his friends. This winter he enjoyed even more golfing with Paul, Roland and Tony while in California. A sincere thank you to the Paramedics, Ste. Anne Hospital and Alan and Nancy Isfeld for your comfort and compassion. If Ed were to sum up his life with one small phrase, it would be NO REGRETS. Funeral mass will be celebrated on Friday, April 19, 2013 at Mary, Mother of the Church, 85 Kirkbridge Drive, Fort Garry at 2:30 p.m. with viewing one hour prior to the mass. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in memory of Edward to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, Manitoba Chapter, or to the Canadian Diabetes Association. The Coutu Family in care of arrangements: E.J. COUTU & CO. FUNERAL DIRECTORS 680 Archibald Street 204-253-5086 ejcoutu.com
Publish Date: Apr 16, 2013
EDWARD ANTHONY BETTENS It is with heavy hearts that the family announces the passing of Edward Anthony Bettens on Thursday, April 11, 2013 at the Ste. Anne Hospital at the age of 73 years. Funeral arrangements are pending and a longer obituary will follow in Tuesday's edition. The Coutu Family in care of arrangements: E.J. COUTU & CO. FUNERAL DIRECTORS 680 Archibald Street 204-253-5086
Publish Date: Apr 13, 2013
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Apr 16, 2013
Condolences & Memories (22 entries)
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Looking for roots and Geanealogy - Posted by: Ludwich Bettens (unknown, living in Belgium) on: Sep 16, 2013
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Tony, Jeff & Gregg. I am so sorry to hear about your Dad. He was such a big, cheery and generous person. Always ready with a smile, a good word, and an enthusiastic back patter! "One-of-a-kind" kind of guy who will always be missed. Love Deborah Thiessen-Derksen - Posted by: Deborah Thiessen-Derksen (Family friend) on: May 03, 2013
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Sorry for your loss Ed was a good man he will be missed - Posted by: Keith Douglas & dee (Friend) on: Apr 20, 2013
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Our condolences to the Albert Bettens family, we know how large a part of your lives Ed. was. He truly will be missed by all. Your Friends Andre and Alice Viallet - Posted by: Andre Viallet (Family Friend) on: Apr 19, 2013
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Our sincere condolences to you, Janice, on the loss of Ed. We are thinking of you and your family. Chris and Bill Gould - Posted by: Bill & Chris Gould (Acquaintance) on: Apr 19, 2013
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A great guy, boisterous, funny, sincere. A gift to have shared in that. Our sincere condolences. - Posted by: Ed & Joan Van Mierlo (family friends) on: Apr 19, 2013
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Janice, Tony, Jeffrey & Gregory...We are saddened to hear of Uncle Eddy's passing. He was such a great man and we will always remember that great smile and his boisterous laugh. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. - Posted by: Linda Supeene-Ziccarelli (Niece) on: Apr 18, 2013
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Dear Tony and families, I am so sorry to read about your Dad. The times spent with your family are fond memories and I remember most how much your Dad loved "his boys". I was glad to read that you have spent lots of fun times with him and I hope that brings you comfort. My sincere condolences. - Posted by: Patty thiessen (High school friend of tony) on: Apr 17, 2013
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We are so saddened to hear of Ed's passing. Enjoyed many Happy Hours with Ed & Jan this past summer. Never saw Ed without a smile, it was a pleasure having both of you around. Will miss the big booming voice that pulled me out of the house every day. Neighbour and friend. Condolences to all the family. - Posted by: Guyot Bob & Karen (Friend) on: Apr 17, 2013
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Dear Bev, Kevin, Randy, Michael, and Red. We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Eddy. I know he was a big part of your family and will be missed by all. Sincere condolences to all. - Posted by: Katharine and Borden Morawecki (Friends) on: Apr 17, 2013
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We are so sorry to hear of Ed's passing. Our sincere condolences to you and your family. May all the wonderful memories shine through your sorrow to help you through this difficult time. - Posted by: Kathy and Borden Morawecki (Friends) on: Apr 17, 2013
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To Jan and family, Lorraine and myself were very saddened to hear of Ed's sudden passing, life for those who knew Ed will not be the same without him. God bless. - Posted by: warren and lorraine cahill (friend) on: Apr 16, 2013
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We send our deepest condolences to you all. We will cherish all of the fond memories of Ed. I am sure that Albert, Horace & Horace are there to greet him and are reminiscing of old times and much humor. May you all be blessed with comfort during this difficult time. - Posted by: Margaret &della HAREL & family (Friends ) on: Apr 16, 2013
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Janice and family our thoughts and prayers are with you. Deepest Sympathy - Posted by: John and Rolande Perreault (friend) on: Apr 16, 2013
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Tony, Lise & Family. We were very sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time. Take care my friend. - Posted by: Bob, Angie & Brandi McFadzean (Friends ) on: Apr 16, 2013
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So sorry that God took a great man from us. Please know that I am thinking of you and the family. LOL - Posted by: Bill Blanchette (friend) on: Apr 16, 2013
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To Tony and your family we were sad to hear of your Dad's passing. Our thoughts are with you and your family from all of us. Enjoy the memories of your father, they will be a blessing to all of you. - Posted by: Randy, Michele, Jill and Scott Kehler (Oakbank friends) on: Apr 16, 2013
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Dear Kevin, we are saddened to learn of your uncle's sudden passing. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family as you grieve his loss and mourn his presence in your lives. May you always treasure the memories you have shared with him. Please accept our condolences. Claudette & Harm - Posted by: Claudette and Harm (friends of Kevin) on: Apr 16, 2013
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Our condolences on behalf of the Thompson family. My father, Ken, was good friends with Ed for years. I always got a kick how the two took digs at each other. I never knew of a moment when Ed did not have a smile on his face that was accented with his cheerful disposition. I will miss bumping into him to catch up on old times. - Posted by: Larry Thompson (Long time friend) on: Apr 16, 2013
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We were very sorry to hear of Ed's passing. We will miss his humour and chatting across our decks. Our thoughts and prayers are with Janice and family. - Posted by: Allan and Sharon Procter (neighbour) on: Apr 16, 2013
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My thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time. Uncle Ed was a big man with a big voice and a big heart. He will be missed. Every memory I have of him he was smiling. He loved his family and he will continue to be by your side in tough times. So sorry for your loss. xo - Posted by: Kimberly Lambert (niece) on: Apr 15, 2013
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We are very sorry to hear of Ed's passing. Our condolences to Janice and the family. Lucille & Brian - Posted by: Lucille Meilleur (family friend - Susie & Tom Jeroski) on: Apr 15, 2013