Passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on February 15, 2012 in Victoria B.C. Betty was born in Victoria on August 29, 1922, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Alexander Sylvester Paul. She is survived by her husband of 63 years, James Henderson Steel; son, Paul (Karen); daughters, Elizabeth (Brian), Jessica (Vaughn) and Frances (David); her 15 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren who adored their Nana. A long time resident of Victoria, she was a proud supporter of the University of Victoria, member of the Victoria Art Gallery and most importantly she dedicated her life to her family and friends. She will be remembered for her selfless consideration of others.
A service of remembrance will be held at St. Mary the Virgin Oak Bay, 1701 Elgin Rd., on Thursday, February 23, 2012 at 11:00 a.m. The family would like to thank Dr. Ted Rosenberg for his compassionate care, her devoted care-giver Lestari and the dedicated staff at the Lodge at Broadmead. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Lodge at Broadmead.
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
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Laura Walker-Taylor
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Jean Shaw I was so very sorry to hear of dear Betty’s passing , from Paul.
Dick and I shared many special times with Jim and Betty when they lived in England and I have lots of lovely memories which all make me smile.
Betty was warm, kind , generous and a quietly strong lady and the matriarch of a wonderful family,which we have always missed.
Since emigrating to Canada ,whenever we met up, it was as if we had never been apart.
I feel for you all, so much , at this sad time.
Very best wishes and much love,
Jean. X
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The Morgan Family Our family was very sorry to hear about the loss of our Aunty Betty.
We will fondly remember all of the family gatherings with Aunty Betty and her famous bean salad.
Aunty Betty was a keeper of the family history and I am thankful that she took the time to share our family’s interesting stories.
Memories of holidays, family visits and “On to June” celebrations will always include Aunty Betty.
Much love from the Morgans
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Don & Shirl Ford Shirl & I were so sad to hear of your mothers passing , Liz. Our deepest condolences to you and all the family. Much love from
Don & Shirl
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Doug and Val Kinnear Paul, Karen and family. Doug and I send our condolences on the passing of your mom/nana. Our thoughts are with you all during this difficult time. Remember the good times and hold on to those during the darker moments. Time does help heal.
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anne russell On behalf of the Associates of the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria I wish to offer our condolences concerning the death of our dear Betty. She was a valued long time member of our organization and her generous participation in our Reception Committee in particular as well as many other projects was appreciated and has not gone unnoticed. We wish you much peace and comfort.
What an amazing dynasty Jim and Betty have produced and you are all the people you are today in many ways because of their very fine values that they shared.
Your house in Adel, England, was my second home and Betty was,most definitely, my second Mum.
She was such a serene, generous, kind and smiling lady.
When you emigrated to Canada I was devastated to lose you…..I have that same feeling now.
I am so sorry that you have lost such a special Mum and Nana.
I hope you share more laughter than tears in remembrance of such a lovely lady on Thursday, I wish I could be with you for lots of hugs. X