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BETTY MCCLELLAN Obituary

BETTY J. MCCLELLAN COLCHESTER - Betty J. McClellan, 46, passed away May 18, 2013, after many years of declining health. She was born May 5, 1967, in Burlington, to Estelle (Chamberlain) and the late Douglas McClellan Sr. Betty was also predeceased by her sister, Shari. She was a proud mother to her only son, Mark McClellan. Betty is also survived by her sister, Stacey and partner, Sean; brother, Douglas and wife, Kimberlee; and her dedicated partner and friend, Claude Harrington. She was dearly loved by her many nieces and nephew; Kyle, Alexis, Isabelle, Emilee and Anya. Betty looked forward to her lunches with her Great Aunt, Barbara Bernard; and spending time with her dog, Shatzie. A celebration of Betty's life will be held May 28, 2013, at Bayside Park in Colchester from 6 to 8 p.m. The family and Direct Cremation Services invite you to share your memories by visiting www.awrfh.com. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to The Humane Society of Chittenden County online or by mail to 142 Kindness Court, South Burlington, VT 05403.

Published by The Burlington Free Press on May 21, 2013.
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Youll always be loved

Brenda Parker

Family

May 15, 2020

Betty

We may have lived miles apart
But you were always close to my heart

Our friendship lasted 14 years
But now all I have is tears

As you are now gone
I must try to move on

Yes I will pray
That we meet someday

RIP Betty

Marcel L'Heureux

May 28, 2013

I'm so sorry for your lost.I'm Cindy's mom.I'm sure she will be missed by all who loved her.mmay god bless her soul.she is by his side.

charlene frost

May 27, 2013

To the McClellan Family, I was saddened to read of Betty's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time of loss.
Your hearts will soon heal and the pain of your loss will give way to beautiful memories of time spent with Betty.

Tim Barrett

May 26, 2013

Betty, You are going to be so missed, I will make sure that Anya and Emilee will always remember you, and I will often tell them how much they meant to you. You are one of the sweetest most gracious people I have ever met in my life... I will always remember your smile and your heart and all the sweet things that you have done for me and my girls... Rest in peace... Love you
~ Kim

Kimberlee McClellan

May 25, 2013

To a beautiful woman I had the pleasure of growing up with when I was a kid. Thank you for your words of wisdom, some quite funny! You and Stacey would always amuse me with your antics :) I also remember the time that you and my brother were an item, I was so happy because I thought I was going to have a real big sister and that Stacey and I would be sisters as well! Such wonderful times those were!
And now I am very saddened to have to be writing these words to you this way, it shouldn't be like this. It is unbelievable to me...Watch over Estelle, Stacey, Doug and Mark and all the little ones and be their guardian angel as I know you will.
Memories I will always hold of you! <3

Brenda (Parker) Barron

May 23, 2013

To claude and bettys family i met betty in nov of last year she became my neighbor and my friend along with claude. Your never forgotten in my heart or my life. Just in the short time i knew u, and made a change in my familys life exspecially in my daughters. You will always be part of our family RIP my friend see u in heaven

the watker and russell family

May 23, 2013

Stel & Family,
I am so sorry to hear of Betty's passing. I'm sure my mother was there to greet her at the gate. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this sad time.

Michele (Giroux) Arcovitch

May 23, 2013

Estelle, Mark, Stacey, Doug; It was an honor being Betty's friend for 14 years & she spoke highly of her family... My thoughts & prayer go out to all

Marcel L'Heureux

May 23, 2013

Betty, I was blessed to get to know you in school and even more blessed to continue our friendship even when we didn't see each other for years. You will always be in my thoughts and prayers. Rest in Peace my friend.

Vickie Trombly

May 22, 2013

Aunt Stell, Mark, Stacey and Douglas, you are all in my thoughts and prayers today and always. Words cannot express your pain. So many of my precious childhood memories were surrounded by you, Betty. You were always waiting for me at Playschool, and would turn my tears to a smile. All the Sunday's at Grammy & Pop-Pop's. So many sleepovers, summer BBQ's, the Fair, and picnics at Sandbar. All the Thanksgiving's, patiently waiting to watch the parade with you! The countless birthday celebrations. The long distance phone calls. Snowmobiling with our Dad's, we thought we were such big deals when we got to ride our sleds to the schoolhouse and back! Thank you for being you, always listening, and making me smile! I cherish your smile, kindness and gentle soul. I will miss our hugs, they meant so much to me. A piece of my heart will never be the same. I love you.

Amy McClellan Blanchard

May 22, 2013

My Beautiful Daughter, Betty.... I will miss your sweet face, your loving me, calling, visiting, everything about you. I know you are with your Dad and that gives me little comfort knowing how much you loved and missed him. I do not know how to live without you just yet... my heart is broken in a million pieces... we did not get to say goodbye- you left too soon. Children should not go before their parents. I hope you have found your Dad, sister, Meimeir and Pappy. Someday I will hold you in my arms.. Lot of love, Mom

Betty

May 22, 2013

My thoughts and prayers with Betty's family. I knew Betty from school. She will be dearly missed.

Meg Boutin-Jacques

May 22, 2013

Estelle and Family, I'm so very sorry for your loss. I pray that you find the strength to get through this terribly sad time. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Douglas Chamberlain

May 22, 2013

I'm glad we reconnected a few years ago Betty, my heart was happier for seeing you again after all these years. I'm sorry we never got to go on that motorcycle ride. I'll miss you girl, you were a big part of my teenage years and of learning how to navigate affairs of the heart. Thank you for the lessons, thank you for the laughter, thank you for being yourself. We'll all be keeping you in our hearts.

xo

J Whitney

May 21, 2013

Stacey and Family,
I am so very sorry for your loss. There are no words to heal the wound in your heart. Remember all the good times you had with Betty and the love you all shared. Hang in there and stay strong <3

Jenny Marchessault

May 21, 2013

Estelle, Mark, Stacey, Douglas, Kim and the grandchildren...All love and sympathy for all of you in the loss of your daughter, mom, sister and sister-in law...You are in my thoughts and prayers constantly. Cousin Barb Forant

Barbara Ann Forant

May 21, 2013

cont....with Love,
Michelle Chamberlain

May 21, 2013

In Loving Memory of my cousin Betty...Her peaceful, sweet and gentle ways will be remembered always....

May 21, 2013

So sorry for your loss Stacey 's Family She. will be forever in our thoughts and prayers and never Forgotten.Take Care

Julie Hanbridge

May 21, 2013

Stacey and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. With Love~

Adam and Sarah Sulikowski

May 21, 2013

My heartfelt sympathy and prayers go out to Estelle, Mark, Stacey, and Doug for the loss of a truly beautiful and loving person. I know her and Dad are looking down on us from Heaven. Until we all meet again... Love PeeWee

William Wheelock

May 21, 2013

I only knew Betty when i was young, betty and stacy used to babysit me and my brother and sister. I only had love for their family and will always have love for them. I am sorry for your loss. All my love Ange Schmehl.

ange schmehl

May 21, 2013

Estelle,and family and Claude we are so sorry for your loss. We loved having Betty and Claude come up for bbq's, her loving nature and laugh will be truly missed. God Bless and God speed

Carrie, Nora and Peter Root

May 21, 2013

Doug. I am so very sorry for the loss of your sister. Hang on to the beautiful memories.

jan whitten

May 21, 2013

Mark, Stacey, Doug & Estelle I'm sorry for your loss; Betty was a great friend of mine... thoughts and prayers go out to all her family & friends

Marcel L'Heureux

May 21, 2013

My dear Betty my heart hurts so much. Without fail you were always there for me - to listen and lend a shoulder when things got me down - no matter how much you were struggling. We shared so many wonderful times together and a bond that will never be broken - I will forever be proud and grateful to call you my sister.

Stacey McClellan

May 21, 2013

May 21, 2013

On 5/18/13 I lost a great friend of 14 years I met back in June 1999 on AOL; we became good friends & even better friends after I saved Betty by calling Authorities back in 2003 cause she needed help; thought that was the last I would ever hear from her until I got a message from her mom saying Thanks for saving my daughter's life. After that we became even closer friends helping each other through issues & Betty said she would help me with the next issue taking place in my life BUT guess GOD has other plans for you Betty; until we met in Heaven. I miss you Betty

Marcel L'Heureux

May 21, 2013

On 5/18/13 I lost a great friend of 14 years I met back in June of 1999 on AOL; we became good friends & even better friends after I saved Betty's life by calling Authorities back in 2003 cause she needed help; thought that was the last I would ever hear from her until I got a message from her mom saying Thanks for saving my daughter's life. After that we became even closer friends helping each other through issues & Betty said she would help me with the next issue that is taking place in my life BUT guess GOD has other plans for Betty; until we met in Heaven. I miss you Betty

Marcel L'Heureux

May 21, 2013

DEAR CLAUDE I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. I KNOW HOW MUCH YOU LOVED BETTY AND HOW MUCH SHE LOVED YOU. YOU WILL BE TOGETHER AGAIN. TO BETTY'S MOM AND SON MARK MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALSO. EARTH IS JUST OUR TEMPORARY HOME. YOUR FRIEND
CAROL

CAROL HULETT

May 21, 2013

Aunt Stell, Stacey, Douglas & Mark, You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Try to take some comfort in knowing she is with Uncle Doug now and they are both looking out for you.

John McClellan

May 21, 2013

Betty I will miss you. Rest in Peace.

Cindy Humphrey

May 21, 2013

Estelle and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I always remember Betty as being so quiet and having the most beautiful eyes and smile. I pray you will find peace in your memories and knowing she is now with Doug.

Charlene (Valyou) Roberge

May 21, 2013

My beautiful Betty, I cannot say goodbye only see you soon. I love you, and you will be in my heart forever. Love you honey see you soon. I know you are watching over me and Shatzie.

Claude Harrington

May 21, 2013

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