1939
2017
Mrs. Elisebeth “Beth” Jane Fiddler age 78 years, a resident of Roseview Manor passed away at her residence with her loving family by her side on Sunday, November 19, 2017. Beth was born on February 21, 1939 in Fort William, Ontario to Howard and Maud Garner. She was a longtime educator, who worked for the Lakehead Public School Board for 30 years, spending 20+ of those years at Ogden School. Beth was a member of Wesley United Church and the Thunder Bay Norwegian Society. She was an avid gardener and enjoyed spending her summers at the family camp at East Loon Lake. Beth loved her family and took great pride in her grandchildren.
She will be lovingly remembered by her sons Vern and Brent (Breanne), grandchildren Reagan and Mia, brother John and sister Joanne. Numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives also survive.
Beth was predeceased by her parents Howard and Maud Garner.
Funeral services will be held on Friday, November 24, 2017 at 11:00 am in First-Wesley United Church (130 Brodie Street North) with Rev. Dexter vanDyke officiating. Interment will be held at a later date. Should friends desire, memorial donations to Lakehead Public Schools Breakfast Programme would be appreciated. Arrangements entrusted to the Sargent & Son Funeral Home, 21 N. Court Street.
We would like to give a special thanks to the Staff of the Champlain Wing of Roseview Manor for the wonderful care given to our mother during her stay.
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Lise Hansen
November 27, 2017
John, Joanne and families,
For no apparent reason at all, I was thinking about Beth on Sunday, wondering how she was doing, then I stumbled across her obituary today. Very sad to hear of her passing.
I am sure you all have many shared and personal memories of her and will look back on those with fondness and a sense of gratitude for her place in your lives.
Please know that my thoughts are with you.
Rob Stitt
November 25, 2017
To Brent (Breanne) Vernon, Reagan, Mia and family. My condolences and heartfelt sympathies on the passing of Beth, your mom and grandmother. That's a great photo of your mom and brings back memories of all those wonderful summers we spent at Loon.
All the best going forward, Rob
Tim Bilokryli
November 24, 2017
Mrs. Fiddler taught me grade 2 at Ogden School back in the early 70s. When we would sing, to help me sing the higher notes, she would gently tug upward on the top of my ear and say 'sing higher Timmy' She was a great teacher. Was glad to get an update about her from her younger sister's condolence. R.I.P. Mrs Fiddler.
Elisebeth (Beth) Garner Fiddler
November 23, 2017
I will miss my older sister, Beth. She was a daughter, sister, mother, grandmother, aunt and teacher. She was kind, loved being a mother, and enjoyed teaching. She loved music, and leading school and church choirs. Beth also enjoyed her summers at Loon Lake. It was fun when her sons were there, and my younger children were there too. I also enjoyed the visits she made to my home, in the area south of North Bay. One summer we visited Lofoten Islands where our Norwegian grandparents grew up and Oslo. We also visited England to see where our other relatives had lived in Birmingham. The past five years have been difficult for Beth, and coming to the Seniors residence was a good place for her. She has always enjoyed visitors. However recently she has been mostly in bed, and often sleeping. Her time has come - Thanks for your Life, Beth.
November 22, 2017
So sorry for your loss. Ms Fiddler was one of my favourite teachers.
She taught me that 'all good things come in small packages..especially dynamite'. These words of wisdom got me through a lot of tough years. RIP Ms Fiddler...thank you:)
Loralee Syvitski
November 22, 2017
This was a very special lady who always put kids and family first she will definitely be missed .... Rest in peace ... Loralee Syvitski
Barb Fraser
November 22, 2017
I am deeply saddened to hear of Beth's passing .. what a wonderful lady with many special memories of her .. thoughts and prayers to Brent , Vern and families
Loralee Syvitski
November 22, 2017
This was a very special lady who always put kids and family first she will definitely be missed .... Rest in peace ... Loralee Syvitski
November 22, 2017
Sorry for the loss of your mom, she was a awesome teacher,even after all these years seeing her she still remembered who you were. she will be misssed
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