Elizabeth (Betty) Galway, RN
October 20, 1925 to March 26, 2023
Obituary
Passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family, Elizabeth Galway (nee Murray) of Fox Harbor, Placentia Bay on Sunday March 26, 2023 at the age of 97.
Predeceased by her loving husband Denis, parents Angela and Francis Murray, sisters Catherine (Norman), Theresa (Cliff); brothers Arch, Ron (Jeanette), Francis (Mary), and Joe (Eileen).
Leaving to mourn, her dear brother Gordon (Viola), loving daughter Denise (Franklin), loving sons Denis (Leslie) and Francis (Susan); sisters-in-law, Teresita (Tommy) Williams and Isabel (Noel) Goodridge. Cherished grandchildren; Renee (Doug), Maria (Trent), Patrick (Leslie), Denis (Sabrina), David (Vanessa), Francis Jr., Jason (Joanne), Sasha and Stephen. As well as her adored great-grandchildren; Alexander, Julia, Cooper (and his father Grant), Parker, Cameron, Lucy, Charlotte, Sofia, Jayden, Eliah. Also a large circle of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
Our heartfelt thanks to the staff at St. Patrick’s Mercy Home for their exemplary care of our dear Mother.
Cremation has taken place.
The family will receive visitors at Carnell’s Funeral Home, 329 Freshwater Road, on Saturday, April 1 from 7-9pm and Sunday, April 2 from 2-4 and 7-9pm. Funeral service will be held from the St. Teresa’s Parish on Monday, April 3 at 11 am. Interment to follow in the Holy Sepulchre Cemetery on Topsail Road.
Flowers graciously accepted, or donations in Betty’s memory may be made to the Cancer Care Foundation.
Schedule
Visitations
7-9 p.m. on April 1, 2023
2-4 p.m. on April 2, 2023
7-9 p.m. on April 2, 2023
Carnell’s Funeral Home
329 Freshwater Road
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funeral
11:00am, Monday April 3rd
St. Teresa's Parish
120 Mundy Pond Rd, St. John's
Dennis, Leslie and Family,
Sending you our sincere condolences on your mother’s passing. Your memories of her full and rich life will be a comfort in the days ahead. Thinking of you at this difficult time.
Denise, Denis, Frank and families. So sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. She was such a sweet lady. I’m sure you have many great memories of her long and wonderful life. We are thinking of you all in this difficult time.
To the Galway family, our condolences on the loss of your mother, grandmother and great grandmother.
Dennis, Leslie and Family
Please accept our sincere condolences on the passing of your mom. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.
It was always an exciting summer day when the Galways showed up on Donovan’s Lane in the mid-Sixties.
Dear Denise, Denis and Franky, and families.
Sad to hear of your Mom’s passing. She lead a good long life, and as I commented to Mary, she is now in Heaven with the rest of the Mothers of her generation, from Donovan’s Lane.
May she Rest in Peace.
Gerard Roche
Denise,so sorry to hear of your mother’s passing.No matter the age it is always hard to loose a beloved parent.Recalling all the wonderful memories that you shared will certainly give you comfort in the days ahead..Your mom was always such a cheerful person when we used to see her at Puis X for mass.I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
To the Galway Family.
I have pleasant memories over the years of your kind and lovely Mom. Thinking of you with sincere sympathy.
By Ingrid Bugge Noseworthy
Bedford Nova Scotia
Condolences to all the family, it was a pleasure to know and care for your Mom. Have a few good memories of “Betty” as I am sure your hearts are filled with many. In her last journey even tough her health was failing she sure had her wits about her. Denise this memory I have of your Mom might bring a smile to your face. I was in the hallway doing meds like I always do, then I heard your Mom saying “ Did you see that?” Then down she comes to me telling me that another resident was in her room using her bathroom, your Mom said she didn’t care about that but she was afraid she was going to fall. I said no way she wasn’t in there your Mom said yes she was. O my God. Then Betty said “ I then told her she had to get out and she said the resident was mad with her “ but the funniest part is Betty said “ well if she can’t get along with me then there must be something wrong with her. “. Betty was precious. Keep her memories close to your heart . Thinking about you and your family as you go through this sad time in your life.
Leslie, Denis, & Galway Family,
Sending my deepest condolences to you on Mrs. Galway’s passing. Thinking of you all during this difficult time.
Denise, my deepest condolences to you and your family. Know that I am thinking of you during this very difficult time.
My heartfelt condolences to the entire family on the passing of this wonderful woman, mother, grandmother, great- grandmother and friend. I have so many fond memories of always being welcomed into the Galway home by Betty (Mrs. Galway to us), her fun loving laugh, kindness and joie de vivre. She has left a beautiful legacy in her children and grandchildren.
Sorry to hear about your mom’s passing. While we haven’t seen each other in years, she was always kind to me and other neighbourhood kids. My mom has fond memories of her and my nan always thought the world of your mom and dad. We’re thinking of you.
Sheila Bugge/Ingrid Renee
To the Galway family,
I as so sorry for the loss of your mother. I have many fond memories of her at the Track and the Sunny King in PEI. Our parent were great friends and had a lot of good times.
You are in my thoughts.
Ronald Field
Sending condolences to Dennis, Lesley and all of the Galway family. Thinking of you at this sad time.
Gerri and Kim Humber
Our condolences to Denis and Leslie, Frank and Susan, Isabelle and all the family!
Our condolences to Denis and Leslie, Frank and Susan and All the Galway families. Saying goodbye is never easy. Cherish all the memories .
So sorry for your loss Denise and family..
On behalf of the members of the General Hospital School of Nursing Alumni I wish to express our sincere sympathy at the recent passing of your Mom. Mrs Galway was an active member of the Alumni and usually attended the annual Alumni dinner.
Your Mom will be remembered at this year’s annual dinner during the roll call and moment of silence honoring deceased Alumni members. Sincerely, Jeanette Walsh on behalf of Robert Meadus, President. General Hospital School of Nursing Alumni
Denise and family,
Sending our heartfelt condolences on the passing of your dear Mom. Thinking of you all !♥️
Dear Gordon & Galway family, Please accept our sincere condolences on the passing of your sister and mother. We are very sorry for your loss. Rest in peace Beth. .. Malachy & Susan Mandeville.
To Mrs Galway’s family: Fred and I are sending our condolences from Florida. We wish we were there to say goodbye but she knows that we are thinking of her and all of you. She was a sweet happy woman who lived her life her way. Farewell enjoy your piece of heaven. Barb and Fred O’Keefe. 🙏🏼🙏🏼🤗💕
Our sincere condolences to family.
Paul and Sheila Ivimey
Dennis, We are sorry to hear of your mom’s passing . To you and all-Your family . Our prayers and thoughts are with you all, God Bless!
Denise ,so sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. Sincere sympathy, no matter what the age , your Mom is your Mom and the loss is the same. Thinking of you,
Denise, Denis & Francis…Sorry to hear of your mom’s passing….I always enjoyed chatting with her….Denise you can always be proud of the fact that you inherited your mom’s personality…kind and considerate…cherish the wonderful memories..
We are so sorry to hear of Betty’s passing. Our sincere condolences Hector & Elaine Williams
Sincere condolences on the passing of your mother Denise,from Jim and I…She looked like a lovely woman who lived to a grand old age..
So sorry for your loss. Heartfelt Condolences to the
Galway and Murray families.
Dennie sorry to hear about your Mom. Bonnie and I pass along our sincere condolences to all The Galway Family. Your Mom was one Fine Lady and I will always remember the kindness of both your parents to me 🙏
RIP
Dennis, Frank and Family,,, a life well lived, my heartfelt condolences on your mother’s passing. Joe Conway
Denise, Denis and Frank; I am so sorry to hear of Auntie Bet’s death. She was such a beautiful woman – always so full of life and love. I have a lot of happy memories of both of your parents and I know you do too. Those memories will be a beautiful legacy forever. I know you will all miss your mom terribly – it doesn’t matter how old we are when it happens. I wish I could be there for the wake and funeral. I am thinking of you and sending all of my love. Lisa
Lisa
Denise, Denis, Francis and Families, I was so sad to hear of your beautiful Mom’s passing. May all your wonderful memories become treasures forever. You have my sincere condolences.
Darlene Brewer Day and Jim Brewer
Denise and family,
So sorry to hear about the passing of your mom. I have no doubt she was a remarkable woman and will be missed dearly. Sending my warmest condolences from Toronto.
With love,
Sydney xx
Denise, Denis, Francis & Families. We are so sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. She was such a beautiful lady. We are thinking of you all at this very difficult time.
Dear Denise, Denis and Frank,
I was sad to hear of Aunt Bette’s passing. I always enjoyed my visits with your Mom and Dad in both St. John’s and the Goulds. I loved Wally and Rusty but I was the only one in my family who could ride Rusty. I remember one day I was in full gallop up the road and Rusty veered sharply to the left and jumped over the ditch and fence into a field and headed down to the woods. It took me all my strength to stop Rusty but I managed to stop him 10 feet from the trees. He wanted to strip me off the saddle for sure and I wasn’t too keen on riding Rusty after that.
Your Mom will be missed.
John Chalker
Halifax
Please accept our heartfelt condolences on your great loss of your beautiful Mother. She was a beautiful lady, always welcoming with her beautiful smile and warm ways. Our hearts and prayers are with you all at this sad time and may your many memories bring you great comfort as your healing process now begins.
With heartfelt love, sympathy and prayers,
Rest in Peace Beautiful Lady
Andrea & Gary Penney and Family
So sorry to hear of Betty’s passing. My deepest sympathy to all her family. I have many fond memories of Betty coming over to our house for coffee and visits with Mom. She often took us for drives. I still have pictures of all of us kids and Betty at K-mart when it first opened. Good times. She was a wonderful person and loving aunt.
Deepest sympathy to the Galway family on the passing of your beloved Nanny G. She was a truly amazing person. May she Rest In Peace. Lenora & Dave Walsh.
To the Galway family. My deepest sympathy on the loss of your dear mother. May she rest in peace.