Becky McCartney, of Hepworth, after a brief illness, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family at Brightshores Health System – Owen Sound on Tuesday August 26, 2025. Rebecca Ann “Becky” McCartney (nee Rouse) at the age of 70 years. Beloved wife and best friend to the late Bob McCartney (2020) for 42 years. Devoted mother to Jonah (partner Jessie), of Georgian Bluffs, and the late Jeremy (2005) and Dianne McCartney (partner Kevin Harders). Cherished Nanny of J.J. McCartney, Landen McCartney, and Austin and Lachlan Harders. Much loved sister of Barry Norris (wife Agnes); sister-in-law of Joan Norris, Brenda Weir-Rouse, Larry McCartney, Paul McCartney, Edith McCartney, Gladys (Wayne Cruickshank), Cliff McCartney (Karen), Edsol McCartney (Nancy), and Marlene Jack, Nancy McCartney (partner Mike), Susan McCartney, and Connie Stewart. Sadly missed by her nieces, nephews, cousins and many friends. Predeceased by her parents, Gordon and Ann Rouse; Bob’s parents, Gordon and Betty; brothers, Tom Norris, Jerry Norris, and Bev Rouse; sister, June Kreutzweiser; brothers-in-law Al Kreutzweiser, Steve McCartney, and Daryl McCartney; sisters-in-law Beth Norris, Brenda Norris and Joanne McCartney; and nephews, John Kreutzweiser and Marshall McCartney. Family wish to express their appreciation to the doctors and nursing staff of the Wiarton Hospital for the wonderful care given to Becky. Friends are invited to join the family for visitation at the Thomas C. Whitcroft Peninsula Chapel, Wiarton, 272 Berford St., Wiarton (519) 534-5341 on Wednesday September 3, 2025 from 2-4 PM and 7-9 PM. A public graveside service will occur on Thursday at 11 o’clock at Boyd Cemetery, Shallow Lake. As your expression of sympathy, donations to the Bruce Peninsula Hospitals Foundation or the Breakfast Program at Peninsula Shores District School would be appreciated. Condolences may be expressed online at www.whitcroftfuneralhome.com
Date of Funeral
September 4, 2025

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Tony & Dawn Forbes says
August 29, 2025 at 11:16 amJonah and family – we are so deeply saddened for the loss of Becky. She truly was a beautiful lady and will be missed by all of us who knew her. Our thoughts are with you all at this very sad time.
Tony & Dawn Forbes
Donalda Fisher says
August 29, 2025 at 11:48 amJonah and family, my sincere condolences on the loss of your mom.Becky and I were part of the founding members of the Home and School at Hepworth School. We did wonderful fundraisers including making Christmas Cakes for sale at the School. Your mom was very community orientated and will be missed by many.
Bob and Linda Sullivan says
August 29, 2025 at 11:50 amOur sincere condolences to Becky’s family, very sad. Becky was always smiling and made others smile, she will be greatly missed
kandy johnston says
August 29, 2025 at 11:51 amMy sincerest condolences on the passing of Becky. Becky had a beautiful smile and an infectious laugh. She will be missed in the community also. May she rest in peace and the family find comfort in the memories they have of her.
Bill, Kim, Henry & Declan Clarke says
August 29, 2025 at 12:18 pmSo sorry to hear. We will miss her around the rink.
Warm thoughts to all of you.
Alan and Cathie McPhedran says
August 29, 2025 at 12:22 pmWe are so sorry for your loss of your Mom, Becky was very proud of her family We truly enjoyed spending time with her at the hockey rinks.
Bonnie & Del says
August 29, 2025 at 12:36 pmJonah and family so sorry to hear of Becky passing, our sincere condolences. Becky always made you fell welcome and that smile , she will be greatly missed . R.I.P.
Kelly Arsenault says
August 29, 2025 at 12:44 pmAll though we never got to meet in person, I enjoyed all of our conversations. She was great to joke around with. She loved her family very much and I know this will be hard. Fly to the angels Becky.
Erin & Rob Weppler says
August 29, 2025 at 1:09 pmThinking of you Diane, Kevin, Austin, Haleigh, JJ and Lachlan and the rest of your families. Becky was loved and respected by many and taken way too soon.
Carol Williamson says
August 29, 2025 at 1:13 pmMy heart is aching. Becky was a beautiful ,caring fun loving soul with a beautiful smile. To know her was to love her. She will be missed by many. We can all cherish the memories and there were many. RIP my friend.
Barb & Burt Liverance says
August 29, 2025 at 1:14 pmDeepest sympathy in the loss of a beautiful lady. Cherish your memories & she will always remain near.
Susan Barker says
August 29, 2025 at 2:33 pmI was so sad to hear of Becky’s passing.
She was a good friend and a good person.
I always used to tease her about her cellphone…….
Joan & Barry Greig says
August 29, 2025 at 2:47 pmOur sincere sympathy to Becky’s family and friends.
Mary Lynn and Don Standen says
August 29, 2025 at 3:10 pmLike others, we were shocked and saddened to learn of Becky’s passing. We will miss her big, beautiful smile and hearty laugh. Cherish your memories of a grand lady! Take good care all,
Gail Norris says
August 29, 2025 at 3:17 pmTo the family of Becky, please accept my sincere condolences!
Gail Norris
Kim and Jeff Robins says
August 29, 2025 at 4:05 pmJonah and Family
We are heartbroken to hear your mom’s passing. We had a great visit with her in July – she was her bubbly beautiful self. We are out of the country Sept 4th but will keep you all in our thoughts. Such a big loss – she will be missed
Scott and Penny says
August 29, 2025 at 5:22 pmOur Condolences to Becky’s Family. A Wonderful warm caring person. She will be missed by many.
Gary Dillon says
August 29, 2025 at 5:50 pmBev and I were very shocked to hear of Becky’s passing .Our sincere condolences and hugs to all her family and friends .
Gary and Bev Dillon
Jamie Fanning says
August 29, 2025 at 6:27 pmOh Becky, you will be missed….i will miss your fun at baseball and hockey games and of course at the breakfast club. You had a special way of making people feel welcomed. It was always a pleasure to be in your presence. I will miss you beautiful lady. My condolences and sincerest sympathy to her family and friends. RIP Becky. Fly high with the angels 😘
Kay Fawcett says
August 29, 2025 at 9:37 pmJonah, On behalf of the staff of PSDS our sincere condolences to you and your family. Your Mom came and helped with our Breakfast Club making sure that the students of PSDS could start their day off right. We are so grateful for her contributions to our school community. She will be missed.
Glenda says
August 29, 2025 at 10:37 pmI was very saddened to hear of Becky’s passing. What a ray of sunshine she was despite the heartaches she endured. She is now with her son and husband but will be with her surviving family always🫂❤️🩷
Carrie Anne Pew says
August 30, 2025 at 3:07 amI am so saddened to hear of Becky’s passing. Becky always had a smile on her face. She always made me laugh and feel like I mattered. She was funny but sincere. She had too many positive qualities to list! As a community we’ve lost an amazing member. My heart goes out to her family. She will be missed by all. 🩷
Jim and Shirley Sinclair says
August 30, 2025 at 7:46 amBecky was “one of a kind”. May your many happy memories help you find comfort and peace
Jim & Janice Cunningham says
August 30, 2025 at 8:15 amOur Condolences 💐 to everyone affected by Becky’s passing.
Sylvia Baker says
August 30, 2025 at 10:14 amJonah and family my most heart felt condolences for the loss of your Mom. I knew Becky when we were part of Amway. Becky had a great laugh and could find the good in most situations. My family moved to Nova Scotia and lost touch but she was a great friend, loving wife and mother, very talented and committed to helping her family and community.
God Bless you all. I know she will be missed by all who knew her.
Carrie Sopkowe says
August 30, 2025 at 12:05 pmSo sorry to hear about Becky, she was always so friendly and had a smile on her face. May she rest in peace. Our condolences. Andrew, Carrie and Ethan Sopkowe
Marcy/Bruce McGill says
August 30, 2025 at 8:21 pmSincere condolences to Becky’s family. She was a great community asset and will be sorely missed. Keep her smile in your memories. Marcy and Bruce McGill
Wendy & Mike Stewart says
August 30, 2025 at 10:49 pmWe are heartbroken to hear of Becky’s passing. Her sunshine filled the room. Her laughter brighten our day. Our most sincere condolences.
Sheila Medland says
August 31, 2025 at 3:39 pmJonah, so sorry to hear of your mom’s passing.
Myrna Scott says
August 31, 2025 at 4:31 pmPlease accept our sincere condolences with regard to Becky’s passing. She will be missed.
Don and Myrna Scott
Gord and Laura Coulter says
August 31, 2025 at 10:05 pmDear Jonah and Family
We are so deeply sorry to hear of Becky.
She was truly a people person. Her beautiful smile was so infectious. May your memories help you all at this most difficult time. We are sure going to miss her.Please know you are in our Thoughts and Prayers.
With Heartfelt Sympathy
Linda Barfoot says
September 1, 2025 at 12:32 pmto Barry and all the McCartney families:
Becky is going to be truly missed by all that knew and loved her.
Just know that it is going to be a joyous reunion with her husband and son and
all her brothers and sister/
Cherish all your memories and find peace and comfort in the days ahead.
My most sincere condolences to all the families.
Linda Barfoot (cousin on the Norris and Rouse family)
Sherri and Ernie Abel says
September 1, 2025 at 1:41 pmJonah and family – we are deeply saddened by the loss of Becky. She was a kind and caring lady and will be missed by all who knew her. Our thoughts are with you at this very sad time.
Cathy Hepburn Haefling says
September 1, 2025 at 4:25 pmI was sadden to hear of Becky’s passing. My thoughts & prayers are with all of you during this difficult time.
Bill Walker says
September 2, 2025 at 9:20 amDear Jonah & Jessie and family,
May fond memories provide you comfort and hoping it helps to know that friends have you in their thoughts and prayers.
With Condolence,
Bill & Michaela Walker
Donna ward says
September 2, 2025 at 4:35 pmBecky was such a presence. Full of life and fun and family. A huge smile, bubbly and happy and hugs to no end. She was always the first to help and the last to leave the party. What a huge loss for all of the McCartney/Norris family. My deepest sympathies to all. Love Donna Ward.
Scott Seibert says
September 2, 2025 at 4:43 pmDear Jonah. Lynn and I give our sincere condolences to you and family. We are saddened to hear the news of your mother’s passing. Lots of memories come up from hockey and many social events thinking of your mom your dad and your brother. Big hugs to you. Scott and Lynn
Shirley Weir says
September 2, 2025 at 6:03 pmDear Jonah & family: Becky was such a bright light even the universe dealt her a bad hand. I will always remember this smile. ~Shirley Weir (Brenda Rouse’s sister)
Terry, Michelle, Nathan and Brady Graf says
September 2, 2025 at 6:38 pmJonah and Landen, we are so sorry for your loss. We will miss seeing Becky at the rink.
Kelly & Donna Thompson says
September 2, 2025 at 7:22 pmThinking of the McCartney family at this most difficult time. Becky was always so full of life and laughter. Rest in peace Becky.
Jeff & Lenore Sherman says
September 2, 2025 at 8:29 pmDear Jonah & Landon
We were so saddened to hear of your Mom/Grama ‘s passing ! She was an awesome lady and will be missed by many ! Cherish the good memories ❤️
Lana Thompson says
September 3, 2025 at 9:59 amI was deeply saddened by the news of Becky’s passing, a beautiful soul
Her smile was awesome always took the time to say hello
And ask about my family. Our community lost a beautiful angel,
My deepest sympathies to Jonah and family
Scott and Rebecca Boulter says
September 3, 2025 at 11:29 amSending Love and Prayers to the family during this unfair and difficult time. Becky was truly one of a kind and will be missed by all.
Sending love and strength.
The Boulter Family.
Paul Sutter says
September 3, 2025 at 1:27 pmwe are so sorry to hear of Becky’s passing and offer our condolences to the family
Paul & Koona Sutter
Leigh and Barry Vincent says
September 3, 2025 at 3:52 pmJonah and family,
Please accept our sincere condolences with your mother’s passing. Becky was an amazing mom and grandma, always so supportive of her two boys, all their children and all her extended family. We always had a wonderful friendly chat wherever we met. Becky will be missed by many. May your many beautiful family memories help to sustain you and all your family at this sad time. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Leigh and Barry Vincent and family
Joanne & Brian Thompson says
September 4, 2025 at 10:23 amWe were saddened to hear about Becky’s passing. We extend heartfelt sympathy to the entire family. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Becky will always be remembered as a special lady who brightened the lives of everyone she met. May your memories of the good times be of comfort❣️
Irene and Andy Loucks says
September 9, 2025 at 11:11 amDear Jonah and family,
We are so saddening to hear about Becky,
She was a very special lady, full of laughter and a friendly smile for all.
We know she will be missed by the community and by all that knew her.
Our hearts are with you and your family.
Andy and Irene Loucks
Jennifer Trevelyan says
September 9, 2025 at 12:27 pmOur sincere condolences on the untimely passing of Becky.. As long time customers of MPM Ltd. we enjoyed dealing with Becky. It was her aim to please all customers. We know Becky will be sadly missed her family and friends. God Bless you Becky. Sincerely, Jennifer and Dick Trevelyan, Sharon and Larry Díachun, 162 Old Mill Rd.
Roxane Davidson says
October 14, 2025 at 1:00 pmCondolences and will miss her smile
Patti Barber says
October 17, 2025 at 9:59 amThose we love don’t go away
They walk beside us
every day
Unseen, unheard, but always near;
Still loved, still missed
and always dear. So sorry for your loss Patti Barber and Cathy McKnight.
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