Myrtle Edith Bedford

1931 - 2011

Myrtle Edith Bedford obituary, 1931-2011, Peterborough, ON

BORN

1931

DIED

2011

FUNERAL HOME

Kaye Funeral Home & Memorial Chapel

539 George Street North

Peterborough, Ontario

Myrtle Bedford Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Dec. 16, 2011.

BEDFORD: Myrtle Edith (Seymour); Peacefully at Fairhaven on December 15, 2011 at the age of 80. Beloved wife of George. Loving mother of Will, Kathryne Crocco (James), Melanie (M. Milano), Martin & his wife Donna (Clark), Anna Ferguson (John). Sadly missed by her grandchildren Emily, William and Warren Crocco, Matthew & Christopher Milano, Sarah & Jonathan Bedford, Hannah, Emma & Abby Ferguson. Predeceased by baby Amie Milano. Myrtle was the daughter of the late Will & Edna Seymour of Cavan Twp. & Peterborough. She is survived by her sister Wilma Cotton of Port Perry and a number of cousins. As well as being the "super mom", Myrtle was active in Home and School, and her church. She was raised at Fairmount Church in Cavan where she sang in the choir and taught Sunday school. On arriving at George Street United Church she joined the Baby Band Mothers & later the United Church Women. Myrtle worked on a number of committees until she became ill. Myrtle had a sweet sounding bell which carried around the neighbourhood. A short ring called our five children home, a number of other mothers told their children to hurry home when Mrs. Bedford rang her bell. After a Private Family Service Myrtle's cremated remains were Intered in the family plot at Rosemount Memorial Gardens on Monday, December 19th. The Reverend Julie vanHaaften kindly gave the meditation. For those who wish to commemorate Myrtle through donations please consider the George Street United Church Memorial Fund, the Alzheimer's Society or the Food Bank. Arrangements entrusted through KAYE FUNERAL HOME 'MEMORIAL CHAPEL' 539 George Street, N. On line condolences may be made at www.kayefuneralhome.com.

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December 29, 2011

Dear George, Will, Kathryne, Melanie, Martin, and Anna, Wilma,
The Seymour family picnics will never be the same. I have enjoyed being greeted by your mom at those picnics for many years now. She was a lovely friendly person and so family oriented. I am sorry for your loss and wish you all the best.
Anne Seymour Burnham

December 22, 2011

George and family - we were sorry to read about Myrtle's passing. We remember her as a very kind and quiet lady. The mentioning of her 'bell' was very interesting and suits her personality. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. Jane & Ashton McMaster, Oshawa, ON (formerly Millbrook)

December 20, 2011

To George and family, we were so sorry to hear of Myrtles passing. We've known your family for many, many years. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all in this sad time.
Joe and Kathy Whetung

December 20, 2011

Gerry & Carolann (Bedford) Passingham

May our thought and prayers give you comfort at this time of loss.

December 20, 2011

James & Beverly Bedford

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

December 18, 2011

So sorry to hear about your Mom, thinking of you and your family during this difficult time.
Renee Brown
Woodstock NB

December 17, 2011

Edgar & Betty Bedford

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

December 16, 2011

Doug & Janine Bedford

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

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