1951 –2022
Pomfret Center – I was born in Annapolis, Maryland in 1951. My dad, Henry A. Burke, and my mom, Kathleen T. Marcella welcomed their first baby girl. I have two younger sisters, Pat and Robin. I was married on August 1, 1970, to Richard D. Morin. We then had Tim, Jill, and Laura who made up our family. Jill then had my two granddaughters, Kayla and Saige. Laura and Tom had my grandsons, Caleb, Jacob, and Noah and Tim gave us Chelsea who then completed our family with my great-grandson, Lucas. I also have many nieces and nephews whom I love.
I want to leave you with love and happiness and a few quotes I have come to live by:
“Give us clear vision, that we may know when to stand and what to stand for because unless we stand for something we shall fall for anything.” -Peter Marshall
“Be kind to one another.” Rev. Sylva P. LeCours
“Give the ones you love wings to fly, roots to come back to, and reasons to stay.” -Dalai Lama
“The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing.” – Edmund Burke
And last but not least- “You always know what is right and wrong. You make the choice.” – Me
Much love and kindness to you all. I love you and ask you to pray for me as I will pray for you.
Goodnight.
Relatives and friends are invited to a Graveside Service Thursday, May 5, 2022, at 1:00 pm in Pomfret South Cemetery, Pomfret Center, CT. Memorial donations in Betty’s name may be made to a charity of your choosing. For memorial guestbook visit www.GilmanAndValade.com.
Cheryl Aubin
Beautifully written Betty.
May you fly high with the Angels and be at Peace. You will be greatly missed by your family. Our deepest condolences to Richard, (Rosie),Tim, Jill, Laura and your families.
The Aubin’s
Gary and Barbara Ayers
So sorry to hear of Betty’s passing. She was always a joy to be in her presence. She always carried a special place in our hearts.
Prayers and thoughts to her family and friends.
Kathryn Casey
My condolences to your family. Betty was a wonderful person.
Nora
I do not know this lovely woman, but what a beautiful obituary. She must have been very special and please accept my condolences.
Robin
Awww. That was so nice. Love you Betty, always.
Your baby sister,
Robin
Cheryl Stadig
I feel like my family has known Betty forever. She was such a wonderful, kind, funny, gracious lady. Our very deepest sympathy to all of you. We love you.
Ronald Ruffier
I didn’t know this lady. She touched my heart with so many phrases that direct us all to be courageous, faithful, forgiving, good, and loving throughout life. I thank her for brightening my day, reminding me what is important. My sincere condolences to her family. God Bless her and the family. Her wisdom will be truly missed. Thank you.
Marshall & Ginny Eaton
Marshall loved working with you on the Pomfret Inland/Wetland Commission. You will truly be missed.
Our thoughts and prayers to your family.
Shirley Steele
so sorry four your lost prayers to you and family she not suffer no more she in haven
Royal Hale
What a wonderful lady. She always cared about others. Cared about her family most of all. Will miss her greatly. Thoughts and prayers go out to her family.
Susan Silveira
I worked with Betty for a few years and came to love and cherish her. I love the beautiful obituary written in her words and especially her words of wisdom for all of us to cherish and live by. Thank you Betty for this final act of love and I will keep you in my prayers and my deepest condolences to your husband and family and friends. You have a special place in my heart always.
Sari
Betty was a wonderful person, with a smile and laughter that would permeate a room. She took great joy sending others happy wishes to make their days special. Always thinking of others. Full of life; full of joy; that is how I will remember her. My sincerest sympathy to her family.
Sari Elston-Trzepacz
Lynn Nadeau
I worked with and for Betty for many years. She was the best… she was a people’s person. I don’t know anyone who did not like or love her. Northeast Homemaker’s was her second home. She was always ready to help someone in need. I am so glad that our paths crossed and I will never forget her. I looked forward to my first Christmas card every year from my friend. Peace to Bet and her family.
Lynnie Nadeau
Lorraine Patrie
So sorry to hear of Betty’s passing. The obituary was beautifully written and said everything about the person that she was. Our thoughts are with her family, including Rosie.