Suddenly, at Parkwood Hospital, London on Friday, August 24, 2012 of Lucan in her 87th year. Beloved wife of the late Don Ankers (2002). Dear mother of Linda Thompson and Brian and Janet Ankers all of Lucan. Dear grandmother of Matt Thompson of Burlington, Chris Thompson of Toronto, Bradley and Tina Ankers of Exeter, Michael Ankers and Jennifer Ankers both of Lucan and great-grandmother of Kara, Dannika, Hailie, Darlene and Madison. Special aunt of Janet Gates (Shawn) of Lucan and Carol and Peter Dimmers of Ingersoll. Predeceased by her parents Harold and Maude Hodgins, her sister Joan Gilmour, her brothers Sandy Hodgins and Harry Brothers and her sister-in-law Jane Hodgins.
Friends may call at the Haskett Funeral Home, 223 Main Street, Lucan on Sunday afternoon 1-4 PM where the complete funeral service will be held on Monday, August 27th at 11 AM with The Rev’d Andreas Thiel officiating. Cremation with interment St. James Cemetery, Clandeboye.
Donations to Holy Trinity Anglican Church or the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated with the family.
Elizabeth (Betty) (Hodgins) Ankers
We are always willing to go where called upon but this image shows a visual of the communities that our included in our initial transportation fee. We offer a 40km radius from any of our 5 locations (Arva (London), Exeter, Lucan, Seaforth, and Zurich). Any mileage beyond the included 40km will be charged a rate of $2.50/km (one way travel only).
Beth Black Cott & Shirley Black Price
Brian, Linda and families
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Your Dad and Mom were wonderful neighbours to our parents. A visit with your parents was always on our itinerary whenever we vacationed in Lucan.
Arlene and Scott Thomson and family
We are sorry to hear of the loss of your mother
Sheila Butchart
Brian, Janet and family.
Betty will be missed, I remember her at the ballgames at the arena , post office and visiting with Clarence and Aileen Haskett and always with a smile. My thoughts are with you.
Dave & Sue McCullough
Linda, Brian & Janet and your families,
We are saddened by the news of Betty’s death. She was one of the bright lights during our time in Lucan.
All of you are in our prayers at this time. May God continue to keep you in his loving and strength giving arms.
Blessings,
Dave & Rev. Sue McCullough
Holly Kinchlea-Brown
Brian, Janet, Mike and Families: My deepest sympathy on the loss of your mother/grandmother/great grandmother. She was a wonderful lady and will be truly missed.
Holly Kinchlea-Brown
Wayne & Julie Pryce
Brian & Janet and Family
Our deepest sympathy to all of you. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Brian and Liz Froats
Dear Brian and Janet, and Linda and families,
We just learned of your Mom’s passing, after being away for the weekend to see Brian in Kincardine, and wish to send our deepest sympathies to all of you.
Brian and Liz, Adam and Danielle Froats
Audrey Andersen
Linda, Brian and families.
Knowing your mother, your father, Sandy and Joan and your grandparents goes back years to school days, Opera House dances, and living on the (4th of Biddulph) across the road from the Ankers as special. A life well lived to 87th year makes Betty extra special. Memories making me laugh and cry as you do the same. My thoughts are with you. Condolences. Audrey
Dorothy & Don Lankin
Linda,Brian & Families
Sorry for your loss and know you will all have many fond memories.
Sincerely The Lankin Family
Scott and Michelle Rummell
Brian, Janet and family,
Please accept our deepest condolences at this difficult time.
Scott, Michelle, Kelsey, and Taylor
Joan& Dave Goddard
Brian & Janet, Linda and families
Your Mom was a great lady. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time.
Pat, Bruce, Lawrence, David and family
Dear Linda, Brian and Janet and all the family, close and extended.
There has always been one constant fear that I have had since the time that I retired from Holy Trinity, and that has been that I would not be able to attend the funeral of the members of the congregation that have been so very close to my heart, and Patricia’s heart too. I can think of no one more close to us than Betty. We have just returned to the Church Camp and cottage on Friday evening, and have promised to entertain the congregation after church this morning.
I have had two surgeries this summer, which have drastically curtailed much of my ability to get around. The shoulder surgery was the most limiting, and I have much more to do (therapy wise) to finish the cure. I have still a great deal of pain and discretion tells me that I must not be too anxious to go everywhere. The long and the short of this is that Pat and I cannot come on Monday even though that thought is painful and the desire is to be with you all. Please accept our most sincere apologies. If it wasn’t for the limitations noted, we would have driven in the middle of the night to be with you. You are so much in our prayers and thoughts.
I took the service and preached this morning at 8:30 am and you can be sure that Betty was on my mind and heart at that service.
We will be at the cottage until Labour Day. When we get back, Pat and I will be in touch with you.
Nothing has given me more pain than having to write this letter. Betty was so special to the parish and us. Her gifts to us, not just of the things she did for us, but for her ever caring and giving heart formed the very soul of my ministry among the people of Holy Trinity. Both of you, and the whole family are also very precious friends to us as well. It gives us joy every time we meet. Thank you all for everything that you have been for our family and us.
A line in the psalm prayer today went as follows.
“Teach us to recognize your dwelling place in the love, generosity, and support of those with whom we share our journey.” She was a wonderful companion to have on our journey. I used that line in my sermon this morning, and told the congregation about Betty and her generous and loving heart. She was a blessing to me, to you, to us, and the world.
Your loving friends in Christ.
Bruce, Pat, Lawrence, David and family
Barb Coughlin
Brian and Linda
I was sorry to read of your Mother’s passing. I remember her in the post office when Don and I moved back to Lucan.
Sincerely, Barb Coughlin
Norm and Shirley Mc Lellan
Linda , Brian and families
We are sorry to hear of Betty’s passing . We remember many good times with her and Don in the ” Ivey era . ” She had such a wonderful laugh. We remember too what a dedicated mom she was so we expect that she carried that throught to her grandchildren and great grandchildren….a blessing to you all ! Every once in awhile a remarkable person passes through our lives………Betty was one of them.
Be kind to you heart and God will take care of the rest.
Love…..Norm and Shirley
jackie and ken whiting
Brian and Family
Sorry to hear about your loss..Betty was a wonderful lady who would always when we met…Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time…
With deepest sympathy
Jackie and Ken
Dorothy Henderson and Family
To the Ankers family we offer our sincere condolences to you all. Betty was a wonderful lady and great friend. Dorothy remembers Betty being one of the 1st people she meet when they moved to Lucan! She will be greatly missed.
Steve & Nancy Turnbull ( Haskett)
Dear Linda & Brian & Families So sorry to hear of your mother”s passing. Our thoughts are with you. With sympathy Steve & Nancy Turnbull ( Haskett)
Grant & Janice Schultz
Dear Linda, Brain & families:
Betty was a ‘special’ cousin for we remember many a laugh shared together and we always knew she was there for us with her love and understanding —–especially during the past two years!
Your in our thoughts and prayers.
Grant & Janice Schultz
Evelyne and Harvey Rollings
We were shocked to hear the news of Betty’s passing. She has put up such a good fight and I was looking forward to her coming home, and being able to help her again. It was truly a pleasure to know her. She was a very caring person.
Dorothy Revington
Another pillar of our community has passed.
I remember when Betty pitched for our girls’ softball team at the old ball diamond at Beech St. and Market St.
I remember when Betty and Don sang in Holy Trinity Choir every Sunday service and Betty taught Sunday School.
I remember the many years Betty greeted everyone at the Post Office
with her friendly smile and a hello.
I remember her great interest in our local heritage and her great contribution to its becoming Lucan Area Heritage that dreamed of sharing our heritage in a museum.
Yes, Betty will be greatly missed. My deepest sympathy Linda and Brian and families.
Vicky O'Brien
So sorry to here about your mother, Deep sympathy
Vicky O”Brien
Brenda and Gord Moon
Dear Linda, Brian and families,
We’re so sorry to hear of Betty’s passing. Her truly friendly, pleasant smile and personality, I’m sure, have touched all who knew her. I often enjoyed a nice chat with Betty whenever we would run into each other in town. She will be missed.
Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
Scott, Tammy, Chloe and Aiden Harris
Uncle Brian, Aunt Janet and kids
We send our sympathy to you at this difficult time. Betty was an amazing women with a heart of gold who always knew everyone! She touched many lives and created many memories. Take this time to remember the many happy times and let them comfort you in the time of need.
Don & Bonnie Froats
Linda, Brian & Famlies:
We were sad to hear of your mothers passing, but let treasured memories keep Betty close to your heart.
Terry and Judy Morgan
Brian and Janet and Family:
We are truly sorry to hear of the loss of your mother.
Brian Ankers & family
Betty was truly a wonderful lady. We are so blessed to have known her. Our hearts go out to you Brian and your family at this time. Betty will be deeply missed. Even though we are in Nova Scotia our prayers and thoughts are with you.
With deepest sympathy,
Scott & Collette Brown