Elizabeth Willetts

March 26, 1934 - December 11, 2024

It is with profound sadness and broken hearts that we announce the passing of Elizabeth (Bet) Willetts (nee Kincaid), aged 90, at Lakeridge Health Hospital on Wednesday, December 11, 2024. She left us peacefully after a courageous battle with cancer and is now at rest.

Bet was born in Lerwick, Shetland Isles, and spent her early childhood on the northeast coast of Scotland before her family relocated to England. In 1994, she and her husband Leslie emigrated to Canada.

Bet was the beloved wife of Leslie, her life partner for 70 years, and the cherished mother of Yvonne (George) and Jacqui (Paul). She was the devoted grandmother of Matthew (Julia), Daniel (Ramona), Elizabeth (Bryce), and Scott, and the loving great-grandmother of Nigel, Logan, London, Ethan, Lily, Ian, Andrew, Luke, and Bennett.

Bet will also be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by friends and neighbors, especially the children who would visit her on the front porch.

Friends will be welcomed at Mount Lawn Funeral Home, 21 Garrard Road, Whitby, Ontario, on Thursday, December 19, at 12 noon. The Celebration of Life service at 1:00 p.m. will be followed by a reception at the same location.

In lieu of flowers, for those who wish, the family would very much appreciate a donation to the Lakeridge Health Foundation - Cancer Care.

To attend the service virtually, please register using this link: Foveo - Guest Stream.

Memories and notes of condolence may be shared at Mount Lawn Funeral Home & Cemetery.

Family Messages:

“My darling Bet, I love you now, I loved you then, I will love you forever. Until we meet again.” – Les

“Mom, you are the light in our eyes, the beat in our heart, a mother truly beyond compare. We will miss you more than you will ever know, but our bond of love can never be broken.” – Your ever-loving daughters, Yvonne and Jacqui

“Bet was a mother to the whole family. She was a caring and unassuming soul who gave everyone the benefit of the doubt and put others’ needs before her own. She easily made friends wherever she went and was never too busy for a chat. Yes, God will certainly have a special place set aside for Bet. God bless for now.” – Your loving son-in-law, Paul x

“Nan, you were so much more than a grandparent and great-grandparent. You were the cornerstone of our family. Your warmth and love have made us everything that we are.” – Matthew, Julia, Nigel, Logan, London, Ethan, Ian, and Luke

“Saying goodbye to Nan seems impossible. She was a source of comfort, wisdom, and unconditional love. Her love and dedication to her family were unwavering.” – Dan, Ramona, Lily, and Andrew

“Always with a kind word and a laugh, she took an optimistic outlook on life. Memories of her will be cherished forever.” – Elizabeth

“Nan, your stories, hymns, and heartwarming presence will be remembered always.” – Scott

“Auntie Betty, an incredible woman with a heart of gold, always looking after everyone. We will all miss you very much.” – Chris, Tansy, Erin, and Theo

Funeral Details:

• Visitation: Mount Lawn Funeral Home & Cemetery
• Date: Thursday, December 19, 2024
• Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
• Funeral Service: 1:00 PM - 1:45 PM
• Reception: 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

Posted Messages:

"Our deepest sympathy to Les and the family. There is a celebration in heaven and sadness in our hearts. Rest in peace, Elizabeth." – Laszlo & Rose

"So sorry for your loss. Betty was such a beautiful, happy soul and always had a smile on her face whenever we met her. Thinking of you all during this hard time. With deepest sympathy." – Jaci and Steve