Peacefully at her home at the Blue Water Rest Home, Zurich on Wednesday, July 25, 2018 of Zurich in her 86th year. Beloved wife and best friend of the late Donald Charles Oke (2002). Dear mother of Brad and Janice Oke, Wayne and Deb Oke, Randy and Gail Oke, Kevin and Joanne Oke, and Judy and Joost Gragtmans. Special grandmother of Chris and friend Erin, Jeff, Andrew, Courtney and Mike, Katie and friend Derek, Abbey, Brenden and Jennifer, Jessalyn and Dan, Jeremy and Danielle, Josh and friend Jade, Kelsey and fiancé Jarrett, Jarett, Cara and Mathew, Elissa and Danny, and Daniel and Meghan. Great-grandmother “GG” of Imogen, Sullivan, Brody, Jase, Eloise, Charlie, Griffin, Sienna, Beckett, Jack, and Emma. Dear sister and sister-in-law of Helen MacLean, Kay and Morris Webb, Eugene and Shirley O’Brien, Ken Oke, Maxine Gould, and Jim and Joyce Oke. Betty was loved and will be missed by several nieces, nephews and friends. Predeceased by her parents Lloyd and Vera (Richardson) O’Brien, Art MacLean, Dorothy and Ken Weber, Ruth Oke, Bill Gould, and Murray Oke. Betty was well known in the area of business, and her roll as clerk treasurer in Zurich and Hensall. She participated actively in organizations within the community. Betty was also a veteran of the Royal Canadian Navy and served in her earlier years before marrying Don in Zurich. The family wishes to thank all of Betty’s Blue Water Rest Home family for their exceptional care and compassion.
Friends may call at Haskett Funeral Home, 49 Goshen Street N., Zurich on Sunday from 3-7 PM. The funeral service will be held at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, 22 Goshen Street, S., Zurich on Monday, July 30th at 11 AM. Cremation to follow with private family interment Bluewater Bronson Line Public Cemetery.
Donations in Betty’s name to Epilepsy Southwestern Ontario, South Huron Hospital Foundation- Jessica’s House, or the charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.
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).
Susan Horton, June Dunn
Warm wishes and sincere condolences to Betty’s Family. Always a warm and very interesting Person; often the last Resident I would say good night to on the 3-11 shift! RIP Betty!
Carol Coleman
To the Oke Clan; Expressing heartfelt condolences to each of you. Betty was always a kind hearted soul and I always enjoyed our visits and wee chats over the years. She will be missed by many, especially that wonderful smile and twinkle in her eye.
Nancy-Rae and Bob Lovir
To the whole family! Our sincere sympathy to you all at this sad time. She was a wonderful lady..Cherish the memories..
Susan and Greg Spindler
So sorry to hear about the passing of your Mom Brad. Thinking of you and Janice and family. God bless.
Brad & Anne Mousseau
Sending our deepest sympathies to all of Betty’s family. It was an honour to serve with Betty on the Northcrest Sr Apt board in Hensall. We will miss this dear sweet lady.
Steve & Deb Overholt
Our condolences to the entire family. Your mom will be missed by many people….in her family and community. She was always greeting everyone with a smile and kind words.
May she rest in peace…treasure your memories.
Marty and Laura Overholt
Brad/Janice , Wayne / Deb, Randy / Gail , Kevin and Joanne, Judy/Joost,
We are sad to hear of your mom’s passing and sadder still that we won’t be here for the funeral. We extend our sincerest condolences and hugs to each of you as we truly understand the wonderful lady that was Betty. She treated us like family back in the day and we still hold fond memories of times spent with all of you.
Enjoy and cherish the tears and laughter that will come as you share memories and stories that help to bring comfort. She will be missed.
Marty & Laura
Joyce Hodgins & Connie Hodgins and family
Katie. So sorry for the loss of your grandma. Thoughts and prayers with you at this time
Janet Brown
To the Oke Family
Got to know your Mom when Dad was in the home.I was so blest to meet such a sweet, soft spoken wise lady.She sure was a lovely person,
Deepest Sympathy
Janet Chris Brown
Dan Heywood
My Condolences to the entire Oke family!
Joyce & John Ayre and Family
Brad, Janice, Chris, Jeff, Andy, Imogen and Sully.
Deepest condolences in the passing of your mother, grandmother and great grandmother
Mike and JoAnne Pickering
Sending our deepest sympathy to Wayne Debbie and the Oke family!! Betty was a special lady that lived life to the fullest from only visiting with her at the Beanfest and listening to stories she was a pretty cool Lady. Rest your sole and watch over your family from above!! Hugs to all! Mike and JoAnne Pickering
Suzanne & Neil Gysbers
Dear Randy, Kevin and Wayne – we are so sorry to hear of your loss of your Mom. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Suzanne & Neil
Michelle Sereda
Brad/Janice , Wayne / Deb, Randy / Gail , Judy/Joost Kevin and Joanne along with your families; please accept my deepest condolences on the loss of your matriarch. I believe your family to have shown a strength and fortitude for this type of loss and know that the love and understanding you have for each other will help you during this sad time. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. xo
Rachel O'Flaherty Gemmell
I have such fond memories of going to the Oke home at Christmas as a child. I will always think of Auntie Betty at Christmas and how her house was a magical place for a little girl. It was filled with collectibles and toys galore and Auntie Betty and Uncle Don always let us explore. These thoughts fill my heart with joy. I will remember them both fondly. Much love to the whole Oke family.
Ron & Glenda Lindenfield
To The Entire Oke Family
She was a very special lady, will be missed by many, our sincere condolences
Ron and Glenda Lindenfield
Darrell & Karen Hodgins
Wayne, Deb, Courtney,Katie,Abby,
Deepest sympathy in the passing of mom and grandma.
“We’ll see you on the other side of the stars”
Lynn Conliffe
To all of Betty’s family,
Betty was a very good friend to me especially when I first moved to Contad drive. She made me feel welcomed and included. I have since moved to BC but she will be remembered in my heart .
She will be missed