Obituary of Bertha Wigfield
Wigfield, Bertha Alein “Betty” (nee O’Connell )
in her 96th year, passed away Sunday, April 19, 2020 at the Royal Oak Long Term Care with her loving family at her side. Loving wife of 71 years to the late Garth Wigfield (2017). Beloved Matriarch of five generations, all inspired by and grateful for her amazing life. Dear mother of Jim (Sue), Richard (Laurel), Gary (Maria), Ted (Margaret). Loving grandmother of Cora Lee, Kevin, Kim Crul (Maurice), Chris (Karen), Melissa Pinch, Daniel, Mikayla, Mark (Brittany), Amanda (Chris) and Scott. Adored great grandmother of 10 and great great grandmother of Jorja. Betty is predeceased by her sisters Mary O’Connell and Rose Hendershott (late Fred). Dear sister-in-law of the late Madeline Wharram (the late Doug), the late Wilma Dickinson (the late Ken), the late Jack (Marie), Donn (Joyce), Mac (Marlise). Many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends also survive. Betty will forever be remembered for her love of baking, especially for her pies and banana cake. Private family services were held at the Reid Funeral Home and Reception Centre, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519 326-2631) followed by interment service at Erie Memorial Gardens. Mass of the Resurrection and a celebration of Betty’s life will be held at a later date. A special thank-you is extended to the Staff at Royal Oak Long Term Care, Kingsville for all their love and support shown to Mom through the years. Memorial donations to the MS Society, Autism Services Inc. or the charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family. Friends may send condolences or make a memorial donation at www.reidfuneralhome.ca.
Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Bertha
Betty
Wigfield 1924 2020..
Death notice for the town of: Leamington, Province: Ontario