BROWN, Mary Phyllis Betty (nee Jones) August 26, 1914 January 5, 2012 Betty Brown of Punnichy, SK passed away at age 97 in Saskatoon on January 5, 2012. Betty is survived by her children, Sylvia Bartz, Eleanor (Wally) Beck and Sidney (Marsha) Brown; grandchildren, Wendy Jones, Chris Beck, Dena Beck, Rebecca (Mike) Lees and Matthew (Jalynn) Brown; great grandchildren, Kyler Powney, Carson Lees, Autumn and Easton Brown. Betty was predeceased by her parents, Wilfred and Mary Jones; her husband of 60 years, S. Hector Brown; brother, Clayton Jones; sister, Kathleen Forsberg; brother-in-law, Roger Brown; and sister-in-law, Dorothy Bliss. Betty was born and raised in Raymore, SK. She completed her schooling in Semans, SK, winning the Governor General's award in Grade 12. She met Hector in the late 30's and they married in 1940. They took over the telephone office in Punnichy and ran it together, 24 hours a day for 27 years. Her greatest joys in life were family, church and community. She was a devoted wife and took great pride in the accomplishments of her children. Over the years she served in many capacities on numerous community boards and committees including Brownies, 4-H, History Book, Luthi House and the museum. She served St. David's Anglican Church faithfully for 40 years and lived her faith. Many, many people in the Punnichy district were recipients of her kindness when ill or in need. She was a kind and gentle lady with a strong spirit, and was an inspiration to the end. A Service will be held in Punnichy in Spring 2012. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Canadian Red Cross in her memory. The family would like to sincerely thank the Luther Special Care Home nursing and support staff for the excellent care Betty received while she was living in their facility. Her final words to family members were If I live another day, a week or a month, I've had a good life. Arrangements in care of John Schachtel MOURNING GLORY FUNERAL SERVICES, SASKATOON (306) 978-5200.