Legacy
About Betti Moore-Woodford
A beautiful life. A beautiful woman. Passed away suddenly in her hometown of Avondale, in a place that was very dear to her heart. Left with countless memories, her children: Mark (Sue), David, Brian and Marie (Shane), and their father Fred. Precious granddaughters: Kate, Sara and Abby, her brother, Tom Moore, sweet cousin Helen Keating and her sister by choice, Anna Mae Myers. She also touched the hearts of her extended family, numerous friends and students. Eternally waiting for her, her mother Mary, father Jim and dear friend Phyllis. Betti was a proud, devoted mother, loving Nan, extraordinary teacher, acknowledged healer; an exceptional woman.
"Never forget that I love you, no matter how far apart we are."
-Written by her daughter-in-law, Sue (Mark’s wife)
As if it were not enough to be part of Betti’s family, I had the privilege of being the mom to her three grand-daughters. Though we miss her just being around, I think what we miss most is how she shared every moment in our house with excitement and enthusiasm. Her relationship with the girls was beyond special… it was the purest form of unconditional love. She needed nothing from them. She nurtured their imaginations, she taught them, she followed their lead, and relished in their youth. She loved them and she enjoyed every moment with them.
As a mom, she was perhaps the textbook version of “perfect mom.” She gave each of her children the knowledge they would need to excel as adults. As adults, she became their friend, proud of their every accomplishment and supporting them at every step. As a mother-in-law, she was the best! She was helpful and always interested. She has given me knowledge that I will carry with me for the rest of my life. Thankfully, a part of her has rubbed off on all of us. And for that, we are all better people.
It is my honour to love her family as they all deserve to be love. I talk of her with immense pride and I remember her everyday.
Written by her grand-daughter, Kate (6 years old)
Nan Betti was so nice to us. She always played with us, and brought me to library every week. We slept over to her house and the best part was sleeping in the bed with her. We always made teabuns, and she always came down to our house. She gave me a beautiful diamond set for Christmas, and we always went to Christmas church. We went picking flowers, she came to my dance and skating concerts. We drove around in Auntie’s car, and went for walks. We went picking blue berries, she gave me hugs. Every time I lost a tooth I would go up to her house. She loved me. I loved her.
On June 23rd, during the wake, Kate (Betti’s grand-daughter) went up to her room and wrote a note to her Nan Betti. Kate’s mom, Sue, found it upstairs in her room days later. This is the note (wrong spelling and all)
“Dere Nan, you bin so good to me, Sara, Abby. <3 That is why I am writing a note. In school I pest gr. 1 now I am in gr. 2. and I lost my thooth I was so happy. I am so happy that you are our nan. I love You Nan xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxox”
Spoken by her grand-daughter, Sara (4 years old)
Nan loves going on the swings with us. She likes butterflies, she likes hearts, and she likes going to the library with me. I miss Nan.
-Written by her son, Brian
Mom was a great lifeline; she was always there for support when you needed it. Whenever a problem was bigger than life, she had a way of putting it into perspective.　"How important is it"　or "take it　one　day at a time, tomorrow is a　new day"　I\'ll be comforted by these quotes and others and memories of her and my family. She lived it up,　there\'s lots I\'ve learned　and will learn　from　having her　in my life.　
Written by her daughter, Marie
Mom has not only been a wonderful mother, but in recent years she also became a close friend. We both cherished the mother-daughter relationship, and had so much fun being friends. Whether we were watching our shows, having sleep-overs, swapping clothes, shopping, or having long chats on the phone, we were there for one another. I am still surrounded by her love, and will always hold my memories close.
In these past few years especially, mom had a vibrant youthful outlook on life. She also looked vibrant and youthful! She was happy. She lived in the moment and was grateful for every blessing in her life. I take such comfort in knowing that she was at peace. She was proud of her life, and all her accomplishments. She lived a beautiful life.
My life will never be the same, and things have been hard since this tragedy happened. I’ve cried many tears, but I’ve also laughed, loved, and lived. My mom was an amazing mother, and I am so fortunate to have her as my mother. She was the ‘perfection’ of motherhood. She has taught me so many things, and led me on a successful and happy life path. Although my 23 years with her were too short, I am thankful and grateful. She has helped me more than anyone will ever know, through her guidance, support, insight and love.
Lee’s Pond Mountain was always iconic to our family growing up. You can see the mountain from almost any part of Avondale, which include our front yard. We were often reminded of my grandfather’s love for the mountain, and all the memories it bestowed. Mom also loved the mountain. Although tragic, there is a sense of comfort knowing that she passed away in a place that was so dear to her heart. The mountain is still a place that I look at with love.
Mom has been the best role model, my number one supporter and cheerleader, and above all, she has been my rock. "My mom is a never-ending song in my heart of comfort, happiness, and being." (Graycie Harmon)
　
　
Betti had many inspirational and healing quotes, sayings, and prayers around her house. She believed in the power of prayer, and \'putting things out there."
On Betti\'s dresser mirror is a short saying :
"ONE DAY AT A TIME::　　 Whatever the goal we\'re pursuing, no matter how rugged the climb, we\'re certain to get there by trying our best, and taking one day at a time. "Forever" is hard to imagine, "the future" may seem far away, but every new dawn brings a wonderful chance to do what we can on that day.
On Betti\'s bathroom counter was a framed prayer typed out, and a rose sticker place on the glass.
St. THERESA\'S PRAYER: May today there be peace within.
May you trust God that you are exactly where you are meant to be.
May you not forget the infinite possibilities that are born of faith.
May you use those gifts that you have received, and pass on the love that has been given to you....
May you be content knowing you are a child of God....
Let this presence settle into your bones, and allow your soul the freedom to sing, dance, praise and love.
It is there for each and every one of us.
Please visit the facebook memorial site to view some memorable moments of Betti\'s life
