In Celebration of

Elizabeth "Betty" Robb

December 6, 1927 - April 4, 2017

It is with tremendous sorrow that the family of Elizabeth "Betty" Robb announce her passing on April 4, 2017 at Credit Valley Hospital in the palliative care unit, in her 90th year with her family by her side. Betty was predeceased by her husband George. Cherished mother of Dr. Lesley Wilton and her husband Russ, Blair and his wife Nicole. Adored Gran to Brandon (Patricia), Stewart (Natalie), Caitlin, Heather, Devon, Jennifer, and Amaya; and her great grandchildren Marcus and Aria. Survived by her sister Ruby (the late Dick) Wormald and her brother-in-law Joe McColl. Predeceased by her brothers and sisters: Anne, Alex, Nessie (John), Jean, Ina (Jackie), Archie (Ruby), Bill, Jessie (Harry), Jackie (Lily), Peggy (Joe) and Ann. Greatly loved by her devoted niece Jean (Al) Nelson. Cherished aunt of Jean (Jim) Gilchrist, Mamie (the late Hugh) Coyle, Rae (Jim) Easton, Jeannette (Colin) Cooper, Jim (the late Pat) Ewart, the late Iain (Cathy) Ewart, Sandra (Des) Burt, Ricky Wormald, Lynn McColl and many cherished grand and great-grand nieces and nephews.

Her family would like to thank Dr. Harild, Dr. Digges, and the caring nurses and staff in the Palliative Care Unit at Credit Valley Hospital. Your kindness made a difference.

Betty had many friends at Edenwood Seniors Apartments and at Extendicare on John Watt Blvd, where the caring staff were greatly appreciated. Many commented on Betty's happy outlook.

Betty was an active member of the Raising Voices Alzheimer's choir that is a joint program put on by the Mississauga Festival Choir and Alzheimer's Society of Peel. Donations to the society are welcomed at:
https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/alzheimer-society-of-peel/
Within the Canada Helps website donors can select the "Memorial Donations" option are in the message section they can specify Music Therapy, if they wish. Some video pf the choir is available here:
https://turnerporter.permavita.com/siteContent/video.html?p=GiwaHR4Bfz01cXdCQl90CA

In memory of Betty, a donation page has been created for SickKids, found here:
http://my.sickkidsdonations.com/bettyrobb

The family will be holding a private service to remember Betty.

Guestbook

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Carol Gilchrist (Great Aunt)

Entered April 7, 2017 from United Arab Emirates

I have so many wonderful memories of Aunt Betty. She was such a welcoming and caring person. She will missed so much. Lots of love xxx

Erin Santostefano (Cousin to Lesley and Blair)

Entered April 7, 2017 from Wilmette, IL USA

Dear Lesley, Blair and families,
We are saddened to hear the of the passing of your Mom, Betty. I know how special she was and hope that the memories you cherish will help to heal your pain during this difficult time. Thinking of you all now and in the days to come.
Love, Erin, Michael, Michael Jr. , Alexander and Claire. xoxo

Pat Vale-Dougherty (Faculty Friend)

Entered April 7, 2017 from Oshawa, Ontario

Dear Lesley - please accept my sincerest condolences in the loss of your mother. It's a very sad occasion to lose a family member but your mother will remain a treasured memory for all time. My thoughts are with you and your family at this difficult time. Warm regards, Pat.