Mary Elizabeth “Betty” Stewart
November 14, 2025
STEWART, Mary Elizabeth “Betty” – Passed away peacefully at her residence in Holstein on Friday, November 14, 2025 in her 89th year. Predeceased by her cherished husband, Allie Stewart (1990). Beloved mother of Jim Stewart and his wife Kim; and grandmother of Andrew Stewart (Laura McDonagh) and Brett Stewart. Remembered by her niece and nephews: Betty Marshall (Bruce Armstrong), Bob Marshall, and Ron (Rosanne) Marshall. Predeceased by her sister Rose (Bill) Marshall, and parents James and Mary Clarke.
Betty was a long-time volunteer in the breakfast program at Mount Forest Public School and Egremont Community School. She considered many of the children to be her “grandchildren” and many of them lovingly called her “Nana”. She was a people person at her core, and cherished the many friendships she made over the years. She will be dearly missed by all.
Visitation will be held at the England Funeral Home, 294 Main Street South, Mount Forest, on Friday, November 21st from 3:00-5:00 and 7:00-9:00 p.m. The funeral service will be held at First Baptist Church, 116 Fergus Street North, Mount Forest, on Saturday, November 22nd at 11:00 a.m., with visitation at the church from 10:00-10:45 a.m. Following the service, all are invited to the church hall for refreshments and fellowship. Interment at Maplewood Cemetery. Those wishing to make a donation in memory of Betty are asked to consider the Nutrition Program at Egremont Community School (Holstein). Donations and online condolences may be made at www.englandfuneralhome.com
Condolences
Jim, Kim, Andrew and Brett, our deepest condolences. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all, I’ll miss our chats.
— Gord and Kathy Calder, November 16, 2025Our condolences to Jim,Kim and family.
— Ken Rodgers, November 16, 2025Our condolences to you Jim, Kim and boys. She was a sweet lady and loved my talks with her whenever and where ever we happened to meet. She will be missed
My deepest condolences to Jim, Kim, their sons and the rest of the family. May she rest in peace.
— Erin Kiers, November 16, 2025Jim Kim Andrew & Brett , so sorry to hear of Betty’s passing. I always enjoyed our little chat’s when we seen each other. Betty was so proud of her family and I know how much you will miss her. Your all in my thoughts and prayers.
— Karen Collings, November 16, 2025David and I would like to send you our deepest condolences to Jim, Kim, Andrew and Brett. We certainly have fond memories of your mother and grandmother at pipe band events. Please know we hold you close in our hearts and thoughts.
David & Mary-Ann
Jim, Kim, Andrew and Brett, our condolences on the loss of your Mom and Grandma.
— Dave and Margaret Echlin, November 16, 2025Betty will be missed! Fondest memories of Betty cheering on the Fergus Pipe Band as we marched past. Will always cherish our Canada Day connection and her awesome celebratory hat! Rest in peace you wonderful woman!
— Don Jennings, November 16, 2025Jim, Kim, Andrew & Brett - we offer our sincere condolences on the passing of your dear Mother & Grandmother. You are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
— Joe and Faye Meulensteen, November 16, 2025Sincere condolence to Jim, Kim and family.
— John Moore, November 16, 2025So sorry to read this, Jim & Kim. You've given her a wonderful home for so many years and will miss her dearly. Please know you and all the family are in our thoughts and prayers..
— Helen & Bill McMeekin, November 16, 2025