90, Hantsport, Hants Co., passed away peacefully Wednesday, February 25, 2009, in Rose Marie Home for Special Care, Hantsport. Born in St. John’s, N.L., she was the daughter of the late H. Gordon and Olive (Taylor) Christian. Betty attended school and also Memorial University in St. John’s before becoming a teacher. In her early years she taught in St. John’s, Montreal, Halifax and Hantsport, as a substitute, when her children were young. In the late 40’s Betty was a ground hostess in Gander for American Overseas Airlines. Betty was a member of St. Andrew’s Anglican Church, Hantsport, as well as the ladies guild. She was a past president of the sanctuary guild and the Ladies Auxiliary at the Hantsport Community Centre. Betty was a very athletic lady who was also very active in her community. Her good nature, sense of humour, style and vivaciousness were obvious and enjoyed by all who knew her. In the later years Betty and Dave spent many happy times at their cottage at Black River Lake, entertaining friends and family. Betty is survived by her husband of 61 years, David Parsons, Hantsport; sons, John (Patti), Halifax; Peter (Susan), Chester; Jim (Shelley), Halifax; grandchildren, Katy, Lauren, Jillian, Haley, Christian, Geoffrey and Rachael. She was predeceased by brother, Robert in infancy. Arrangements have been entrusted to Lohnes - DeMont Funeral Service Ltd., 419 Albert St., Windsor (902-798-8317), where the family will receive visitors from 7 to 9 p.m. Friday, February 27. Funeral service will be held at 3 p.m. Saturday, February 28, in St. Andrew’s Anglican Church, Main Street, Hantsport, Rev. Michael Boyd officiating. A reception will follow in the church hall followed by interment in Riverbank Cemetery, Hantsport. Donations in memory of Betty may be made to St. Andrew’s Anglican Church, Main Street, Hantsport, N.S., B0P 1P0 or Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia, 6009 Quinpool Rd., Ste. 300, Halifax, N.S., B3K 5J7. Private messages of condolence may be made in the “Guest Book” at: www.familycare.ca