Obituary of Elizabeth Grace Hamilton

December 3, 1932 – Innisfail, Alberta

February 2, 2024– Calgary, Alberta

Elizabeth “Betty” Hamilton, beloved wife of the late John Hamilton, peacefully passed away on Friday, February 2, 2024, at the age of 91 years. She was born on December 3, 1932, in Innisfail, AB, and resided in Calgary, AB, at the time of her passing.

During Betty’s lifetime, she was a devoted and loving homemaker, and was an active member of several organizations, such as the Girl Guides of Canada, Canadian Cancer Society, Alberta Children’s Hospital, and the Lakeview United Church, where she was a chartered member. She was also known for volunteering her time and skills to help those in need.

Betty had a passion for baking, crocheting, sewing, bowling, card games, and gardening. Betty will be most remembered for her kind heart, her love for her family, and her unwavering resilience.

She will be deeply missed by her daughter, Heather Dyck (Barry), two sons, Brian Hamilton (Francine) and Robert Hamilton (Denise); seven grandchildren, David Hamilton (Jaime), Keith Hamilton, Jeremy Hamilton, Shannon Kulasekere (Troy), Jennifer Hamilton, Meagan Dyck, and Ryan Dyck; and her two great-grandchildren, Roman Hamilton and Willa Hamilton.

Betty was predeceased by her parents, Mary Ann Stanton (Hunt) and William Stanton, her brother, William Stanton Jr., and her sister, Barbara Mary Hansen.

“Those we love don’t go away, they walk beside us every day. Unseen, unheard, but always near, still loved, still missed and forever dear.”

A Funeral Service will be held to celebrate Betty’s life at Lakeview United Church (3023 - 63 Avenue SW, Calgary, AB) on Saturday, February 10, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. Reception to follow at the church.

If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Canadian Cancer Society, 200 – 325 Manning Rd. N.E., Calgary, AB T2E 2P5 Telephone: (403) 205-3966, email donorservices@cancer.ab.ca., https://cancer.ca/en/.

The family would like to express their gratitude to all those who have supported them during this difficult time.

Condolences, memories, and photos may be shared and viewed with Betty’s family here.

In living memory of Elizabeth “Betty” Hamilton, a tree will be planted in the Ann & Sandy Cross Conservation Area by McInnis & Holloway Funeral Homes, Park Memorial, 5008 Elbow Drive SW, Calgary, AB T2S 2L5, Telephone: 403-243-8200.