Betty Burke February 16, 2026

Date of Funeral

February 27, 2026

Betty Burke, peacefully at Country Lane Long Term Care in Chatsworth on Monday February 16, 2026. Elizabeth Olive Burke (nee Cleveland) at the age of 90 years. Devoted mother of Brenda (Don Baker), Beth Walpole, and Bob Burke. Cherished grandmother of Rick, Amanda, Heather, Melissa, Kianna, Crystal, and Jamie; great-grandmother of Courtney, Jade, Christian, Lincoln, Owen, Kenley, Chloe, Gabrielle, Aria and Olivia; and great-great-grandmother of Timothy, Oliver, and Lucas. Dear sister of Lillian (late Edwin Rowe); and sister-in-law of Marlene Craig. Sadly missed by her son-in-law Glen Mills; many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her parents, Aden and Olive Cleveland; husband William “Bud” (2016); daughter, Kim Mills (2012); siblings, Mae, Marjorie, Mary, Sylvia, Cyril, Carl, and Cecil (Heather); by Bud’s siblings; and by her fur-baby, Teddy. Family wish to thank the staff of Country Lane for the amazing care given to their mom. A Memorial Gathering to celebrate Betty’s life will take place at the Thomas C. Whitcroft Peninsula Chapel, 272 Berford St., Wiarton (519) 534-5341 on Friday February 27, 2026 from 2-4 PM. Donations to the Canadian Cancer Society, or to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated. Condolences may be expressed online at www.whitcroftfuneralhome.com

A Memorial Gathering to celebrate Betty’s life will take place at the Thomas C. Whitcroft Peninsula Chapel, 272 Berford St., Wiarton (519) 534-5341 on Friday February 27, 2026 from 2-4 PM.

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    Dawn Forbes says

    We are so sorry everyone for your loss. Our thoughts are with you.
    Tony, Dawn, Terry& Dustin

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    Sarah Heathers says

    Beth and family ❤️ I’m so sorry to hear of the loss of your mom/grandma. My time spent with your mom was extra special to me as I called her “grandma” . My memories are fond please hold yours close. Big hugs 💓🌸🪽

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