Tribute Wall
In Memory of
Betty McVannell
1932 - 2020
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Wendy posted a symbolic gesture
Tuesday, January 5, 2021
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Thank you Felicia for sharing your mom with me
Thank you Kevin for sharing your mother-in-law with me
Thank you Nim for sharing your grandmother with me
I spent many hours on the living room sofa with Bette listing to stories, drinking tea, laughing, singing, and eating (plenty of) ice cream.
The stories I will keep in my heart forever.
The ones which she shared the most, with great joy and love, were the ones about her beautiful, caring, wonderful daughter.
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Wendy uploaded photo(s)
Tuesday, January 5, 2021
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Beatriz Yuste posted a condolence
Saturday, January 2, 2021
So lovely to see all the photos, Felicia.
I have a very vivid memory of your mom when we played Scrabble about 30 years ago. I was a Scrabble Queen (in my mind) at the time and arrogant about it. I remember she put down the word "em" and I refused to believe that it was a word. She was just as adamant that it was. Anyway, she was absolutely right, and eventually won the game. I never forgot that because a) she beat me and bruised my ego, and b) when I became a freelance copy editor just a few years later, I had to tell a hyphen apart from an en dash or an em dash. To this day, every time I mark up an "em" dash, I hear her voice in my head saying "it's the size of the letter "m" everybody knows that".
My condolences to you, Kevin and Nim.
Much love to you,
Bea
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Veryl posted a condolence
Friday, January 1, 2021
Yesterday was a fitting farewell for our dear friend Bette.
So many fond memories from the times she used to babysit the kids, our years together in the O.R., our many bingo sessions and going out for lunch when I visited her on St. Clair.
Even though her memory was not the best later on she always knew who I was when we talked. Bette would always end the conversation with “Love you.” We feel the same way Bette!
Our deepest condolences to you Felicia, Kevin and Nimue. She always talked about you all.
With love,
Giovanni, Veryl, Ashleigh & Ryan
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Felicia uploaded photo(s)
Thursday, December 31, 2020
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A few more photos from June 2019.
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Felicia uploaded photo(s)
Thursday, December 31, 2020
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Some of Wendy’s photos of/with Mom. And one with me...
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Bilge lit a candle
Thursday, December 31, 2020
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Steve lit a candle
Thursday, December 31, 2020
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Dear Felicia, Kevin and Nim,
From our family to yours, we are thinking of you during this time. What an incredible woman who has left a lasting impression on the many people who knew her.
Our sincere condolences,
Steve, Erinn, Saya, Gemma and Norah
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MARY-LOUISE NOBLE uploaded photo(s)
Thursday, December 31, 2020
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I will remember those moments when you were filled with joy - like when you delighted in the flowers at Allan Gardens on a winter day, or when we lunched on massive hamburgers at the Detroit Eatery. I especially liked bringing Lucy with me when I visited you because that little dog made you light up! Farewell Bette. You are now at peace!
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Lois Bennett lit a candle
Thursday, December 31, 2020
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That funeral just helped everything!
I have only known Bett the last two years, so not during her most robust years. But not one of those stories told today is hard to believe from the woman with a great big smile and a huge twinkle in her eye. And the only reason I came to know her was by Felicia sharing her so generously. Of course you would want to meet my mother! Of course.
I loved the Willie Nelson, I loved the idea of hanging out at the local variety store and greeting everyone who came in and made them part of the conversation. This is the colour and salt that Bill spoke of that will remain. And I love that you knew Felicia that breaking out in a dance was the right, fitting and deeply respectful thing to do at your mother's funeral.
So much love to you Felicia, Kevin and Nim.
That was a beautiful funeral celebrating a beautiful life.
The candle might be cake, but let's believe that it is ice cream.
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Gwen Cooper posted a condolence
Thursday, December 31, 2020
It was so great to hear all those stories...thanks to all the speakers. Bette will be missed!!
What a lovely tribute to her well lived life.
Sending love love love
Gwen
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Jill Teskey lit a candle
Thursday, December 31, 2020
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Thank you Betty for being my other mom. Heart felt condolences to the family. Love Jill and Heather Felicia.
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Glenys Vivian posted a condolence
Thursday, December 31, 2020
Thank you for sharing these memories with us, as we shared many tears along with you.
We particularly enjoyed the dance! Lili said to me "If I don't have that, don't let me get married."
I remember cleaning out Bette's house with you Felicia, and visiting her on O'Connor, to see her many pics of you and hear stories about her nursing days. We are very grateful that she made you, and you and Kev made Nim.
Love,
Glenys, Emmanuel, Lili & Tristan
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Karen Farquhar posted a condolence
Thursday, December 31, 2020
What a lovely tribute to your mother. Thank you Felicia, Kevin and Nim for including us and sharing your memories, stories and love for a woman who was clearly an extraordinary part of so many lives.
Karen and Andreas XO
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Dennis Murphy posted a condolence
Thursday, December 31, 2020
That was a beautiful service. A wonderful tribute to a lady loved by so many. Felicia, Kev and Nim.... we love you. Den & JoAnne
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Tim Kelly posted a condolence
Thursday, December 31, 2020
That was a lovely service. So sorry for your loss.
Thinking of you,
Tim
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Calvin Knight posted a condolence
Thursday, December 31, 2020
We are very sorry for your loss Felicia, Kevin and Nim. Hearing all the beautiful words said about Bette had us thinking of how much of Bette rubbed off on Felicia, a friend we are so grateful to have in our lives. Love Anh-Thi, Calvin and Weston
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Jim & Sandy Holdaway lit a candle
Thursday, December 31, 2020
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Perfect farewell song at the service. We shared many fun times and meals, Tess cooking and Bette doing dishes.
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Sharon R lit a candle
Thursday, December 31, 2020
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MARY-LOUISE NOBLE posted a symbolic gesture
Thursday, December 31, 2020
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Bette, I loved the way you lit up when Lucy accompanied me on me visits with you. I enjoyed watching you delight in the beauty of Allan Gardens when it was cold. And you never said no to a big juicy hamburger. Farewell Bette. You are now at peace.
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Nana lit a candle
Thursday, December 31, 2020
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Felicia, Kev and Nim - sending you lots and lots and lots of love. Em and I loved visiting Bette and playing boggle with her. She was an expert by the way! There was always a feeling of calm acceptance when we enjoyed her company. Grateful to have spent some time with her. xoxo
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Shehnaz Merchant lit a candle
Thursday, December 31, 2020
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Susan Cave uploaded photo(s)
Tuesday, December 29, 2020
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Aunt Bette will always be a part of our home. She hooked the tree skirt many moons ago and it has been a wonderful tradition for over 35 years ❤️
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Karen Farquhar posted a condolence
Monday, December 28, 2020
Felicia, it sounds like your mom was an incredible woman. I am so sorry for your loss. We are all sending love and support to you, Nim and Kevin.
Karen, Andreas, George, Jack and Else
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The family of Betty McVannell uploaded a photo
Monday, December 28, 2020
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