Elizabeth “Betty” Stratton went to be with the Lord on Thursday, February 7, 2008 at the age of 80. She is survived by her loving husband Ray; three daughters: Donna Kroeker (Gary) of Peace River, Darlene Moffatt (Bruce) of Kamloops, Debbie Schaeffer (Paul Gagnon) of Victoria; four sons: Ron (Dee) of Tappen, Gordon of Victoria, Rob of 100 Mile House, Doug of Mission, 10 grandchildren, nine great grandchildren; brothers Allan Ratzlaff (Emily), Eldred Ratzlaff (Betty), Ken Ratzlaff (Evelyn); sisters: Verna Enns, Shirley Peters (Sam), Sue Carlson and numerous nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her sister Elsie Klippenstein and brother Art. A memorial service will be held on Thursday, February 14 at 1:30 p.m. at Evangel Tabenacle, 3261 Gordon Drive, Kelowna, BC with Reverend Wayne Siewert officiating. Cremation with interment to follow at a later date. As an expression of sympathy, you may send flowers or make memorial donations to the Canadian Diabetes Association, 1589 Sutherland Avenue, Kelowna, BC, V1Y 5Y7. A gift in living memory of Betty will be made to “Holding Hands for Hospice” by Springfield Funeral Home. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.springfieldfuneralhome.com, 250-860-7077.