1945-2020
Betty Ann Lamport of Ilderton (formerly of Usborne Township) died at 2:05pm on May 19, 2020 with her best friends at her side: Glen Lamport, her beloved husband of 37 years, and Jean Varey, her cherished confidant of 65 years. Betty Ann’s leave-taking was full of strength and care and love.
Medical trauma was part of Betty Ann’s life from the time she was a teenager until her last days. That her final hospital stay occurred during a global pandemic proves either that Betty Ann continued to have the absolute worst medical luck ever or that she embodied a flare for the dramatic right to the end. Of course, Betty Ann was more than her health problems. Her life was filled with other things: school, marriage, divorce, re-marriage, work, parenting, step-parenting, grand-parenting. She was the very best of parents. She was an elementary school secretary and later, with Glen, farm owner-operator. She was also a daughter, sister (part of that infamous band of Young siblings), aunt, friend, and human companion to her sweet dog, Zoey.
After Betty Ann and Glen retired, RV life allowed them to hit the road together, travelling all over Canada, the US, and Mexico. Their journey to Alaska remained their absolute favourite adventure. Betty Ann lived her life fully and completely, finding and giving joy wherever possible.
There are no words and too many words for what Betty Ann meant and will continue to mean to all of us. In the notes and phone calls we’ve received since her death, her people have described her as a “singular soul,” “life force,” “wonderful storyteller,” and “great listener.” She had “beautiful eyes,” “an “infectious smile,” a “curious mind,” and an “enduring grace.” She was the “strongest woman who ever was.”
We’d like to thank the doctors and nurses at University Hospital who cared for Betty Ann in emergency, ICU, general medicine, and palliative care in her final few days. Covid-19 is making their already demanding jobs even more difficult, and we appreciate their efforts to keep us informed and connected.
Betty Ann has been cremated and there will be a private burial in Exeter Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the Humane Society of London and Middlesex or to My Sister’s Place, two organizations close to her heart, are welcome. Haskett Funeral Home, LUCAN entrusted with arrangements (519-227-4211).
When the pandemic ends, we will gather family and friends for a proper party to celebrate her in style. In the meantime, we invite you to hold her close with us, despite physical distancing, and to imagine her throwing her head back and laughing that distinctive Betty Ann laugh, pain-free and assuring us all we’ll be okay.
“I summon you now / Not to think of / The ceaseless battle / With pain and ill health, / The frailty and the anguish. / No, today I remember / The creator, / The lion-hearted.” (May Sarton)
We are always willing to go where called upon but this image shows a visual of the communities that our included in our initial transportation fee. We offer a 40km radius from any of our 5 locations (Arva (London), Exeter, Lucan, Seaforth, and Zurich). Any mileage beyond the included 40km will be charged a rate of $2.50/km (one way travel only).
Anmarie Kraft - Hoffman
My deep & heartfelt ‘Sympathy’ to all of Betty Anns family…… I have ‘very fond memories’ of Betty Ann….her smile, her laughter & infectious personality. Sending Hugs & Love …..Anmarie
Gary & Geraldine Parsons
Glen we were saddened to hear of Betty Ann’s passing. She has been putting up a good fight for some time now dealing with pain management. She was a very strong lady with a strong supportive husband. Our thoughts are with you and the rest of the family.
Dave, Shannon, Jesse & Blake Manders
Sorry to hear of Betty Ann’s passing. Thinking of you all 🕊
Nancy Alexander
Dear Glen, my sincerest condolences to you and your family for the loss of Betty Ann. The Thames Road community has lifetime friendships, and I will always remember your friendship with my parents Bev and Lorraine. May you cherish all the memories and keep Betty Ann close in your heart.
Nancy
Hazel and Doug Varey
Sincere condolences to Betty Ann’s family and her best buddy Jean.
William and Delorme
William and Helen (Hodgins) Delorme
Sorry to read Betty Ann death my condolences to her
husband,Paul,Joan and Mary Margaret. Always having fun
In early teenage years fond memories…
Steve Revington
So sorry to hear about he passing of Betty Ann. Our heart-felt condolences to the family. Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
Diane Young, Phil and Jessica Davis
Glen, Joan, Paul and Mary Margaret
We are very sorry and sad to hear of Betty Ann’s passing. She was a very friendly, and strong person. Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time. Cherish your memories.
Sonya and Peter Thompson
Dear Glenn, Kerry, Brandy, and family,
Peter and I are saddened to hear of your great loss.
Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Brent and Sharen Dawson
Our sincere sympathy to Glen and all the family at this sad time of loss. Very sorry for your loss.
Anne Wilson
Glen & Family:
I was so sorry to hear of Betty Ann’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with the
Lamport & Young families at this difficult time.
Cherish the memories!
Anne Wilson (Revington)
Barb and Lorne Turnbull
Glenn and families, so sorry to hear of Betty Ann passing, we sure had a lot of good memories going back to working with Betty Ann at Greeting Card World. She sure always had such a great attitude and a lot of love for her family. She never every complain of pain or let her back stop her from doing anything. Thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
Janice Manders Powell
Godspeed Aunt Betty Ann.
Pamela
Pamela Varey and Family❤️
Pameka
Family and Friends
I would like to acknowledge a very beautiful soul.
Betty Ann was many things to many people. That was because the essence she exuded was easily captivated by those she shared herself with.
Many remarkable heartfelt stories we could touch upon. However they could seem endless.
My mom has been a very dear dear friend to Betty Ann. A fearless woman in her own Right. True, heartache and hardships could have deflated her sails..but not Betty Ann. She soldiered through each barrier life presented, with resilience to be admired by the many.
Thank you Betty Ann. Thank you for always being You.
The memory of your loving and courageous Being, lives inside everyone you’ve ever touched. And there are many..
God Bless Every One of Us❤️
Janice Andrews
Dear Glen,
This note is from Janice Andrews and my Mom, Lorraine Alexander, has asked me to extend her sincere condolences to you and your family. Mom has many fond memories of the Christmas parties and other gatherings over the years! Lots of laughs and good times were had despite the many health problems Betty Ann had over the years.
Mom is now living at the Exeter Villa, doing well other than her eyesight is not good.
Thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Campbells
To all the family, Betty Ann was such a friendly and enthusiastic person. She was fun to be around and always welcoming. We would just pop in when we were close to their home and she always said come one in. Even when we brought her and Uncle Glen treats in March during the pandemic. She was a hostess of the mostess. Lots of hugs to you all The Campbell Family
Lou Arts
Sending our condolences to Glen and the Young family. May she rest in peace now joining Carol and finally free from pain.
Sincerely George and Lou Arts.
Mac and Ann MacLean
Our sincere sympathy to Glen and all the family at this sad time of loss.
Brenda Swindell
Dear Glen and family,
I was very sorry to read of Betty Ann’s passing. She was a truly lovely lady. You have my sincere sympathy.
Brenda Swindell
Beverly & David Price
Glen,
So sorry to learn of the passing of Betty Ann.
Please believe that long travails are justly rewarded, for those who persevered.
We’ve greatly missed seeing you and Zoey on your daily sojourns. Hopefully, soon again.
We’re only an “across-the-road” porch away so feel free at any time to communicate.
Your Neighbours: Beverly, David & “Phoebe” Price
Stan Joan Francis
Glen & Family
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time
Cy&Eleanor Blommaert
So sorry to hear of Betty Ann’s passing.
She was a great lady…and will be truly missed
Our sympathy to Glen and family
Cy & Eleanor
Jim Scott
Glen and family my heartfelt sympathy are with you and the Young family. Jim
Jeanette Simpson
Joan I can’t find any words to express my sorrow at your loss of Betty Ann especially so soon after Carol. I know Betty Ann suffered in silence for many, many years so hopefully she is now pain free and at peace. I had no idea when I talked to you and Carol at Donna’s funeral that she wasn’t well. Remember that many people are thinking of you and all the family as you go through this.
Bill and Louise Pincombe
Glen and family
So sorry to hear of Betty Ann’s passing. She was a great person, lots of smiles and laughter even with all her health problems. Please accept our sincere sympathy.
Bill & Louise
Ray and Lauren Cook
Glen and Zoe. Ray and I are so sorry to hear of Betty’s passing. Our thoughts are with you and your families at this time. Please let us know if you need anything.
Brenda Moon (Haskett)
Sending my sincere condolences to the Lamport and Young families at the loss of Betty-Ann . I remember
she and Jean as good friends of my sister, Nancy.
Till Manders
Kerry so sorry about your Mom . My prayers are with you. Till Manders
Marg Prout
I am sorry to hear of Betty Ann’s death. I have known Betty Ann and all her family for
Many years. Clarence and Marg raised a wonderful and much loved family. Thinking
Of you at this very difficult time. Treasure all the memories of the good times had.
Marilyn (nee Hearn) and Clive Bowden
We are sending our deepest condolences to all of Betty Ann’s family. Her smile and laugh were contagious, and even though she had many medical issues to deal with, she loved life! The Young and Hearn families have had a lot of fun over the years, and great memories remain. She will be missed by so many! ❤️
Keith and Sandi Strang
Glen and family. Our deepest sympathy on the passing of Betty Ann. We cherish the relationship we had with the both of you and the semi-annual visits. The memories are all good and may you hold onto them. The bravest and most uncomplaining person I ever met.
Kathy & Steve Petit (nee Hearn)
We were so saddened to hear about Betty Ann….she was a beautiful soul inside and out…the Young and Hearn families go back a long way….we will always have a special place in our hearts for their family💕
Those we hold closest to our hearts never truly leave us. They live on in the kindness they have shared and the love they brought into our lives.
Anne & Ted Kernick
Glen & family,
We were very sorry to hear that Betty Ann had passed away.
Thinking of you at this sad time.
Tom & Mary Ann McLaughlin
So sorry to hear of Betty Ann’s passing. Know you are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. She struggled with her health for years, now she will Rest In Peace. Cherish your memories, we know there are so many you will share over the years to come.
Dorothy Revington
What a topsy- turvey world we live in, when you can read of one of the neighbour ‘s kids you watched grow up and walk with her best friend to school, laughing and having fun, has passed. Her smiles belied the fact that Betty Ann had her cross to bear as a teen -ager. but I am sure you all have many treasured memories to keep close.
My deepest sympathy,
Dorothy Revington.
Marlene Marshall
To Gord family and Jean Marie. So sorry to read of the passing of Betty Ann . Thinking of all of you at this difficult and sad time.
Linda Fox
Dear Glen, Family and Zoey,
Please accept my deepest sympathy in your loss. I have not met Betty in person but feel I know her from many early morning visits from Glen and Zoey when they stopped at the office of Ilderton Tours on their morning walks.
Treausre your memmories of her and hold them close to your heart where she will always remain and remember that LOVE never dies.
Rest in Peace Betty Ann.
Sincerely,
Linda Fox
Joyce Sovereign
To Betty Ann’s Family
Was so sorry to read of Betty Ann’s death ,my sympathy to her husband and her sibling s Paul ,Joan and Mary Margaret .
Always cared a lot for Marg and Clarence’s Family .Great people
Mary Jane Mac Dougall
Kerry- I am saddened to hear that your Mom has passed away. It was great to reconnect with her when we were in Lioness together in Exeter .We had many chats about our girls and their occasional escapades !! That wonderful laugh. Take care Kerry. Sending a special hug!
Mary Jane Mac Dougall
Marion McCarter
Glen and families
Sorry for your loss of Betty Ann. Cherish the memories. Deepest Sympathy.
Marion McCarter
Bonnie Manders
I was so sorry to hear of Betty Ann’s passing. My thoughts are with all of you during this sad and difficult time. RIP Betty Ann.
Melonie Miller
Glen & family
Our sincere sympathy in the loss of a real nice lady.. she fit right in at Thames Road & was liked by everyone…
Barry & Melonie Miller
Tom Hearn
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Betty Ann. You have my deepest condolences. My thoughts are with you.
Ron & Karen Simpson
We were very sorry to hear of Betty Anne , she was such a lovely person to talk to , sending condolences and thinking of you Glen at this time.
Excel Pharmacy
Our Sincere condolences
Anne Gallant
Glen & family;
My deepest condolences to everyone who knew Betty Ann. I remember her as warm and caring when I visited the Lamport house as a guest of Kelly’s a long time ago now. I know she will be missed.
Anne (Delbridge) Gallant
Don & Dorothy Lankin
Glen and family
Betty Ann has endured so much ………. now at peace free from pain
Our sincere sympathy Glen and family Jean and friends
Don and Dorothy Lankin
Dionne Skelton
Glen – I’m so sorry for your loss. I am thinking of you, Zoey and your beautiful family at this time of sorrow. Let those around you be strong on your behalf if you need some help.
Hope to see you out walking soon,
Dionne and Koda
Nancy Turnbull (Haskett)
Glen and family I was so sorry to hear of Betty Ann’s passing. We went to public school. high school and a few years after we both got married and remarried and lost track of each other. In the last 6 months we have been conected again through face book. So sorry for your great loss.
Ray & Sue Heffernan
So Sorry to hear of Betty Ann’s passing My Sincere Sympathy to all the family. My Thoughts & Prayers at this very difficult time.
Sue Heffernan
Carolynn Hodgins
Glen and your strong supportive family & Aunt Jean
Our deepest sympathy at the passing of beautiful brave bubbly Betty Ann ❤️
Paul and Carolynn Hodgins
Deb Manders
Sending heartfelt sympathy and love to you all during this sad and difficult time.
May Aunt Betty Ann RIP.
With deepest sympathy,
Deb Manders and Brent Atthill
Gord young
I sent Betty Añn a message Sat AM & when she didn’t respond quickly I assumed she was having a bad day. Little did I know how bad a day she was enduring, when Joan and Mame contacted me I was in shock, couldn’t believe it. She was planning on watching Pam race this season, she made a bet 1 night and won, I guess I will hang onto the winnings. If there is a heaven that’s where you will find her… Our best to Paul Joan and Mame..
Jean and Gord
ps our best to Jean Marie as well, I know what’s it like to lose a great friend…