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BETTY COATES
Born: Oct 16, 1937
Date of Passing: Feb 11, 2015
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryBETTY COATES October 16, 1937 - February 11, 2015 It is with great sadness we announce that after a brief, unexpected illness Elizabeth (Betty) Coates passed away on February 11, 2015 while on holiday in British Columbia. She was predeceased by her parents Annie and Andrew Henderson, her daughter Diane and son-in-law Joe Thordarson. She is lovingly remembered by her devoted husband of 58 years, Alfred, and sister Iona Warner; children Deb (Rob) Smith, Dan (Eileen) Coates, and Don (Brenda) Coates; grandchildren Ben Thordarson, Amy Smith, Andrew (Jamie) Coates, Stacey (Scott) Torgerson, Iain Coates, Meaghan Coates; and great-grandchildren Chaise, Markus, and Annia. Betty was raised in Miami, Manitoba where she assisted her mother in the care of ladies at the Miami Maternity Hospital. After high school, she moved to Morris, Manitoba where she was employed as a telephone operator. It was here that she met the love of her life, Al. They married at a young age, then after a few years and four children, they purchased a farm at St. Anne, Manitoba where she lived until her passing. Betty was someone who always put others needs first. She was a kind and loving friend to many. Her greatest joy was in celebrating with her family. A memorial service will be held on February 25 at 2:00 p.m. at Green Acres Funeral Home and Cemetery, Hwy. 1 East, Navin Road, Winnipeg, Manitoba. Flowers are gratefully declined. If friends so desire a donation may be made to Canadian Diabetes Association, or Winnipeg Humane Society.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Feb 21, 2015
Condolences & Memories (6 entries)
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Our most sincere sympathies to Al and family on the passing of Betty. Have been friends with Al and Betty for many years and enjoyed spending time with them in Texas a few years ago. Always a good time when Betty was around as she was always happy and pleasant to be with. Loved her and will surely miss her. - Posted by: Simonne Desrochers and Al White (friends) on: Feb 23, 2015
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So sorry to hear of Betty's passing, may God Bless & keep her in his warm embrace. Our sincerest condolences to Al & family. - Posted by: Gilbert & Bev Vermette (Neighbours & friends) on: Feb 23, 2015
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Met Al and Betty when they were running Piney Fine water, Al I was visiting our friend Burt and he told me, I'm so very sorry to hear of your loss, Betty was wonderful prayers to you my friend BPSV - Posted by: Mary (friend) on: Feb 22, 2015
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Betty was my babysitter years ago at Rosebank - Posted by: Bob McMillan (Betty years ago was my babysitter at Rosebank) on: Feb 22, 2015
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Due to the Coates' influence that we became farmers. Susan and Betty curled together and worked at many elections. Always felt like good friends even when we hadn't seen each other in a while - especially when they were away at the business in Piney. Always appreciated her good sense of humor and ready laugh. It is a real shock to us, and our thoughts and prayers are with you Al and family. Betty will be greatly missed. - Posted by: Dave and Susan Reid (neighbours and friends for 37 years) on: Feb 21, 2015
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Very sorry to hear of Betty's passing. Deepest condolences to Al and family. - Posted by: Dave & Belinda (Friends) on: Feb 21, 2015