It is with great sadness that her family announces and mourns the passing of Bethel Douglas (née Holmes) on Saturday April 4, 2020 at the age of 80. Bethel will be lovingly remembered by her husband of 60 years, David; her brother, Garry Holmes (Joyce) of Font Hill; her children Stephanie Bronkhorst (Terry) of Lynn and Philip Douglas (Penny) of Williamsburg; her only granddaughter Christie; her brothers-in-law Gordon Douglas and Osbourne Stewart; her nieces and nephews Andrew (Rebecca), Alana (Lennie), Charles (Mary-Ellen), Lisa and Richard (Michelle). Bethel was predeceased by her parents James and Beulah Holmes, sisters-in-law Ruth Douglas and Alma Stewart and niece Mary Douglas. Bethel will be dearly missed by many friends. If so desired, contributions in her memory to the Ontario Alzheimer’s Society https://on.alz.to/site/Donation2;jsessionid=00000000.app20114a?df_id=2884&mfc_pref=T&2884.donation=form1&NONCE_TOKEN=DCE71D2D959F1CDCA4FA76384A1084DC or Inkerman United Church would be appreciated by the family. Thank you to the caring staff at the Bayfield Nursing Home. At her request, cremation has taken place and a graveside service will be held at a later date. Arrangements entrusted to the Byers Funeral Home, South Mountain (613-989-3836). Online condolences may be made at www.byersfuneralhomeinc.ca
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Ellen Lavergne says
April 4, 2020 at 11:01 pmDear Phil
I send my most heartfelt condolences to you and your family. I sincerely hope you will find a little comfort in your fondest memories. God Bless you and your family.
Ellen Lavergne
The Douglas' says
April 19, 2020 at 7:20 pmThank you Ellen.
Tracy crowder says
April 5, 2020 at 7:30 amPhil and Penny and family, my deepest sympathies for the loss of your mom. May the many loving memories of her comfort you.
The Douglas' says
April 19, 2020 at 7:21 pmThank you Tracy, we appreciate the care that you took with her.
Don & Joan Findlay says
April 5, 2020 at 8:54 amOur deepest sympathy to Dave, Stephanie, Philip & families….
The Douglas' says
April 19, 2020 at 7:22 pmThank you Don and Joan for your kind thoughts.
Myron and Willa Nelson says
April 5, 2020 at 9:25 amPenny,Phil, Christie and Dave and family. Our deepest condolences in the loss of you Mother, Mother-in-law and wife. Prayers and our thoughts are with you.
Garry Holmes says
April 6, 2020 at 1:17 pmBeth led an exemplary life, we can all take comfort from that.
Allen McRoberts says
April 6, 2020 at 7:22 pmOur deepest sympathy.
Allen & Betty McRoberts and family.
The Douglas' says
April 19, 2020 at 7:22 pmThank you Allen.
Reta Guy says
April 6, 2020 at 11:58 pmDavid and family,I’m so sorry for your loss, Bethel was a lovely lady
John and Mary-Anne Gibson says
April 7, 2020 at 12:12 pmDave , Philip and Stephanie and families,
John and I send our heartfelt condolences. We were fortunate to have shared some wonderful adventures and have cherished memories of times spent with Bethel.
I pray your memories will bring you some comfort.
Rest In Peace Bethel…God Speed
Isla Hooper says
April 14, 2020 at 5:41 pmDear Dave, Stephanie and Phil,.
So sorry to hear of your loss. Enjoyed having her as a neighbour. She always had a smile on her face and a warm greeting. She will be truly missed. Thoughts and prayers. Isla, Dave and Ashley
The Douglas' says
April 19, 2020 at 7:25 pmThank you for your sentiments.
The Douglas' says
April 19, 2020 at 7:24 pmJohn and Mary-Anne, thank you for your kind words and sentiments.
The Douglas' says
April 19, 2020 at 7:23 pmThank you Reta, we appreciate your kind words.
Alana Holmes says
April 7, 2020 at 8:43 amDave and family: Thinking of you and wishing you strength as you find ways to heal from your loss.
Doris Holmes says
April 8, 2020 at 11:42 amDave and family,
I was sorry to hear of my cousin’s passing. I have fond memories of time spent with Bethel at Uncle Jim and Aunt Beulah’s home when we were young. Memories are so precious!
Doris (McRoberts) Holmes and family
The Douglas' says
April 19, 2020 at 7:26 pmDoris, thank you for your kind words.
Lyall & Jane Levere says
April 8, 2020 at 5:54 pmOur deepest sympathy to you and your families.
The Douglas' says
April 19, 2020 at 7:26 pmThank you Lyall and Jane.
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