| Location | Musselburgh |
| Age | 68 years |
| Cause of Death | Cancer |
| Date of Birth | 31/05/1940 |
| Date of Death | 01/06/2008 |
| Visitors | 3,316 since 27/09/2008 |
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My Mum was one of the most amazing people in the world, she was better known as Betty Boo to those
who knew and loved her. She was so much more than a mother to me, she was my best friend. She loved
her family very much, especially my Dad Ken, they would have been married for 50 years come 14th
March 2009. She was Mother of 3, Grandmother of 6 and Great Grandmother of 4 beautiful boys,
Kerr,Charlie,Morgan & Mikey. The family will never forget how she tried to make her death as
painless as possible for all of us by making us laugh as much as possible despite being in the most
excruciating pain. She will live on in all of us! We miss her so very much.
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You were a gift sent straight from Heaven.
Given to us from God above.
We didn't know how much you would teach us
About the meaning of true love...
For true love sometimes means letting go
Of someone precious and dear.
That is what we were forced to do...
Although we wanted to keep you here!!!
However, this is quite a selfish wish.
One we know we should ignore...
But, sweet loved one, we truly do believe
That God must have needed you more...
Perhaps to be an Angel now,
Full of wisdom and love...
Watching over those of us who love you
From the shining stars above.
We miss you more than you can know.
You will never be replaced...
In our hearts and memories forever,
Will be your sweet and innocent sleeping face.
FLY HIGH ANGEL FLY xx
Gavin's Service
Gavin had a beautiful send off on Tuesday 24th Feb. Verna seems so lost without him, although she did say that she is going to continue with her travels around the world. She is one brave lady! Look after her and keep her safe on her travels.She said that she is happy knowing that Gavin is with you. Saw Florence and Tom at the service and a lot of other faces I haven't seen for a while. Anyway, he had a really lovely send off, his family all together in the one place, a first in a long time i'm sure. Take care of him Mum, show him the ropes! Love to you both xxxx
I AM NOT GONE.xXxXx
I am not gone, I am changed.
Have faith and please believe me.
God did not take me away from you,
He split the skies and received me.
Now...
I'm an echo in your laughter,
a reflection in your tears,
an extra thread of strength
to help you overcome your fears.
I'm an added ray of sunshine,
more joy for you to share,
a fragrance of the life you live.
Wherever you are - I am there.
Copyright? 2002 Terri McPherson.
Gavin
I am sure you will have been surprised when Gavin turned up in Heaven. We got a big shock when Raymond told us that Verna had found him dead in their bed. He must have just drifted away in his sleep, what a lovely way to go. I feel really bad for Gary and Jeff as Verna and Gavin where out in Mexico. He died on Thursday 12th Feb and was cremated on Friday 13th Feb, so Garry and Jeff couldn't get there on time. Not sure why they had to cremate him so quickly, it must be some Mexican law. Verna will be having a service for him in Edinburgh on her return. I think Garry is out there with her at the moment. Dad is really shocked, he just can't believe it! I am glad that you have a friend who you spent a lot of time on Earth that you can now spend time with in Heaven xxx Give Gavin a big kiss and tell him to take care of Verna s she will need a lot of support. xxxx
Wedding
Hello betty, got some good news Josh and I have finally set a date for our wedding its on the 18th June 2011. Im at work right now not very busy. Kerr had his party on Sun 15th at clown around he had a great time Ken was there he came back to the house think the prezzie he got him was his fave it was a go diego go back pack and towel his face lit up when he opened it. He got lots of fabby things he is getting so protective over his MORGY PORGY as he would say its unbelievable. His birthday was on the Mon obv u know that lol, we had a nice day we took him to the movies. Thats all the latest news hope your toasting the wedding date with a wee brandy up there! Cheers big ears.
Love you Jane xx
Needed You
Today I needed you so badly, I felt so alone without you. I really needed a shoulder to cry on, someone to tell me everything would be alright, someone to re-assure me that I am not a bad person, that everything is not my fault. I went to seafield and sat for two hours on the wet grass crying, hoping that you would come and take me home but you never did. Where are you Mum, I just can't find comfort anywhere. xxx I need you back, I need you to come home, I just can't do this without you, you are my rock, the only person who really knows me inside out, where are you, come home to me, I need you so much xxxx
Need a Chat
Hi Mum,
I am working on a project at the moment that is draining me. One part of me loves it and the other feels physically drained. I need one of our wee chats where you tell me how proud you are of me, that boosts my ego, I feel energised and motivated and off I go complete the project and another good deed is done. I miss our chats so much, you are the one and only person who knows exacly how to get me motivated enough to move forward. I miss you soooooooo much Mum xxxxxx Without you I am only half the person I used to be xxxx
Josh
Hi Mum, I helped Josh last night with a Sociology Assignment; it was a lot of fun. It's amazing how much energy I get from doing stuff with Josh. We have such a lot in common when it comes to the way we think. Its really nice being able to discuss things with Josh that we are both very passionate about. He is such an inspiration!
Love you Mum xx
God has gently called your loved one away,
It is a Joyous thought to now realize;
To close the eyes here in this world,
Is only to open them again...in Paradise.
The pain and suffering now are gone,
There's no tears nor night anymore;
Your dear one said, "good-night" here and then,
Received a warm Welcome to Heaven's shore.
Your loved has now met Jesus, our Saviour,
While the Heavenly Choir of Angels sing;
Walking the streets of that beautiful City,
Joyful in heart as Heavenly voices ring.
Joining now to sing with the Angels there,
This Heavenly Land is peaceful and grand;
Waiting to Welcome you there, too, someday,
Smiling and rejoicing ~ holding to God's hand.
Your loved one will be greatly missed,
We sorrow not as those who have no Hope;
Your loving hands have done all they could do,
The Comforter will come to help you cope.
God is with you each moment of the day,
He wants you to continue on as best you can;
Trust in Him through each lonely hour,
You will meet again ~ Trust in His Divine Plan.
Leona I. Miller
Too Long
Hi B,
Seems like ages since I last spoke to you, but as I always used to say to you, out of sight is not out of mind. You always occuply a big section of my heart. I'll never forget the first time I met you in your living room when I was picking you up with Elizabeth to go to that posh Country House near Gifford. Looking back on it now, I am thinking how ignorant I was not to incluide Ken. He must have wodered what it was all about. Since then, your hubby has become a very close friend of mine. He has gone out of his way, since Carole and I split, to remind me how much of the family I have become in his eyes and I need to tell you that his actions make me feel hugely valued. We're even planning another boys trip later in the year!!
By now you will have met my good friend Brian Foxwell, who was sent to join you last week at age 46 I lost it completely at the funeral when his wife played a special piece of music that Brain was fond of by Josh Groban...you guessed it... to where you are. I felt you there with us in the church. I know you and Brian will be kindered spirits and all I can say to you is don't believe all he tells you about me... only believe the good stuff!! Its really sad that he's gone and even more sad when he will have told you that Lizzy his wife is due to deliver their second child in May!! He is to be called Oliver (Matts middle name). I am having Lizzy round for dinner at the end of the month... she is so distressed and think she has been left not only with a huge emotional loss but she is also having to pick up the business, which is in big trouble. There but for the grace of God....I am so hugely thankful to have found your Elizabeth. If anything were to happen to me as it has to Brian, I know that she can deal with the business, plus we have all the insurances in place to see us through. It appears that Brian had none!!!
Anyway, all is ok here, Liz, as you know is "digging deep" without you and I know your great grandchildren and granchildren are keeping he sane. She is also busy at work which I think helps her.
So to leave you on a positive note, Ross has made it through the Edinburgh Rugby Academy, which now puts him on a fast track.... fingers crossed!!!!
Off Skiing with Mitch for the School week. This time its Bulgaria.... and I promise you I'll not burn him!!!
Lovin you
D xx
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