Betty Jean Colton's obituary , Passed away on July 8, 2025 in Arthur, Ontario

Betty Jean Colton

July 8, 2025

Arthur, Ontario

Betty Jean Colton's obituary , Passed away on July 8, 2025 in Arthur, Ontario

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Betty Jean Colton Obituary

The passing of Betty Jean Colton of Arthur, Ontario leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on July 8, 2025. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Earl Markle and Dell Markle; and her brother Eddie Markle. She is survived by: her husband Bill Colton; her children, Wade George McHattie (Charlotte) of Stittsville, Kenneth Robert McHattie (Andrea) of Barrie, John Arthur Colton of Barrie, Jennifer Lynne Thompson (Devon) of Arthur and Jeffery William Colton of Winnipeg; her grandchildren, Tanner, Nicole, Lauren, Finley, Ben, Hunter, Samantha, Mackenzie, Nolan and Batavia; her great grandchildren, Marcus, Evelyn, Lilah, Augustus, Levi and Bryson; her sister Joan Markle of Mount Forest; and her siblings-in-law, Betty, Jim Gray and Bruce Colton. She is also survived by her nieces, nephews and friends.

As expressions of sympathy donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.

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July 14, 2025

Love Always, Sandy & Terry ❤️ lit a candle


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July 14, 2025

Love Always, Sandy & Terry ❤️ sent flowers

“In loving memory of Betty Jean Colton, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. ❤️🙏”


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July 14, 2025

All our love, Brent & Mary-Anne Frith lit a candle


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July 14, 2025

All our love, Brent & Mary-Anne Frith sent flowers

“In loving memory of Betty Jean Colton, Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss.”


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July 13, 2025

Paul and Tanya Alfieri and Norm Brick planted 30 trees

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July 15

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Crawford Funeral Chapel
243 George St, Arthur, ON N0G1A0

Tue

July 15

Funeral service

Crawford Funeral Chapel
243 George St, Arthur, ON N0G1A0

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