Bathurst - It is with great sadness that we the family announce the passing of Mrs. Elizabeth "Betty" Barker, of Dumaresq St., Bathurst, which occurred suddenly at her residence on Sunday May 7, 2017.
Born in Bathurst, she was the daughter of the late John and Margaret (Goneau) Relph.
She worked as a florist at the former Oliver's Gardens Flower Shop in Bathurst for most of her life.
She was pre-deceased by her husband, William Barker and is survived by three children: Cindy Barker (Mike Leatherland) and Lisa Barker (Chris Petts) both of London, ON and Bill Barker (Tali) of Darlings Island, NB. Two grandchildren: Jonathan and Michael.
Two brothers: Jack Relph of North Tetagouche and Donnie Relph (Nancy) of Bathurst. Three sisters: Joan Relph, Bonnie Relph (John Duguay) and Shirley Relph all of Bathurst. Several nieces and nephews.
She was pre-deceased by a sister, Gertie.
There will be no visitation at the Funeral Home. Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday May 10, 2017, at 2 p.m. from Saint George Anglican Church, King Ave., Bathurst. Donations in memory of Betty may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, Bathurst SPCA, Saint George’s Anglican Church or a favorite charity. Arrangements are in the care of Elhatton’s Funeral Home (www.elhatton.com), Bathurst.