ELIZABETH F. COUSENS

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ELIZABETH F. (BETTY) COUSENS (nee BARTLETT) On December 14, 2016, a very gracious, elegant and charming lady's life came to an end in Brandon, MB, after a brief illness, and she will now join her beloved husband, Charlie, whom she lost to Alzheimer's in 2005, and first-born, Dr. Desmond (Des) Cousens just five years ago. Born and raised in St. John's almost 101 years ago, Betty and her late husband, Charlie Cousens moved to Brandon, MB to join son, Dean, when declining health meant they were unable to properly care for themselves. Betty was predeceased by her parents and four brothers and sisters. Leaving to mourn her passing are her younger son, Dean and partner, Colleen Harper; granddaughter, Jennifer Cousens (Gord Rolfe) of Airdrie, AB; and Jennifer's mother, also a "Betty Cousens" of Winnipeg, and partner, Blaine Bartley; grandson, Matthew Cousens (Katie); and daughter-in-law, Betty Wells of Nova Scotia. Betty is also survived by many nieces, nephews and cousins; her lifelong friend, Trudy Green in St. Johns, NL; and Lucille Upper, a wonderful friend from their days at Victoria Landing. This obituary may also be viewed at www.memorieschapel.com The family will cherish her memory in a private ceremony. Messages of condolence may be sent to the family through Memories Chapel at www.memorieschapel.com, or at 330 - 18th Street, Brandon, MB R7A 7P3. If so desired, and to thank the entire staff and management at Dinsdale Personal Care Home for the absolutely, outstanding love and care they all provided to Betty, memorial donations may be made to that organization at 510 - 6th Street, Brandon, MB R7A 3N9.

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Dec 17, 2016