DORIS DE JERSEY, R.N. (BETTERIDGE)

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DORIS DE JERSEY, R.N. (nee BETTERIDGE) After a long illness M. Doris de Jersey passed away at home on February 23, 2004, surrounded by members of her family. Loving care was provided by three family members: Isabell, Susan, and Margie. Doris was predeceased by her sister Toots and two brothers, Harold and Norman. Doris is survived by Harold, her husband of almost 50 years; two sons, David James and Donald Wayne; three grandchildren, Brad, Colin and Paul; two sisters, Pearl (Stan) Chayko, Isabell (Robert) Mackie; two brothers, Jack (Lynn) and Gerry (Elsie). She was loved and will be sorely missed by her many nieces and nephews and also by her dear friends Nora, Sandy, Liz and Dr. Ida. Doris was born in Bethany, MB, January 11, 1932. The family moved to Flin Flon in 1941. After completing her education to the end of grade 12, Doris received her nurses training at the Winnipeg General Hospital. She met her husband while at home on sick leave, having contracted polio at the King George Hospital. Doris was interested in all sports. She took part in track and field and was one of the stars on the high school girls basketball team. After a brief encounter with nursing, Doris decided to stay home and care for her family. She spent many happy hours at the curling rinks and bowling alleys. She curled with the West Kildonan ladies and also with the Seven Oaks teachers. She bowled with a mixed club at Mosienko lanes for many years and also briefly with the Winnipeg teachers. She also enjoyed playing bridge. At Doriss request a celebration of her life was held at her home and in her presence, surrounded by members of the family. She enjoyed their company and even took part in the celebration. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to the Canadian Cancer Society. CROPO FUNERAL CHAPEL 586-8044

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Feb 26, 2004