After a courageous battle with cancer, it is with great sadness that the family of Elizabeth Ann “Beth” Haley – Critch announce her passing on Tuesday, March 19, 2013 at the age of 53, in the presence of her loving family. Predeceased by her parents James and Rita Haley; sister-in-law Tracy Critch and special canine friend Candy. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories, her devoted and caregiving husband, Gordon Critch; Wayne Maloney; brothers and sisters: Zoena, Brian (Carole) Haley, Celeste (Wayne) Norman, Bernadette (Ron) Lafrenier, James (Dianne) Haley, Kathy (George) Roberts, Eric (Melita) Haley and Barbara (Jack) Lambe; mother-in-law Lillian Critch; father-in-law Bert Critch; and brother-in-law Dennis (Janice) Critch. Leaving treasured memories for all her nieces and nephews whom she adored; Cecillia, Robert, Kaylan, Jimmy, Wayne Jr., Kristen, Stephen, Danny, Jason, Derrick, Natalie, Melissa, Laura, Kenda, Duane, Jackie and other relatives and friends. Special thanks to the doctors and staff at the Dr. H. Bliss Murphy Cancer Care Centre, especially Dr. Cathy Popadiuk, Dr. Vicki Martin and Dr. Alia Norman. Resting at Caul’s Funeral Home, LeMarchant Road. Visitation on Thursday, from 7 p.m. – 9 p.m.; Friday from 10 a.m. – 12 noon, 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. and on Saturday from 10 a.m. – 12 noon. Funeral Service will take place from Topsail United Church on Saturday, March 23, 2013 at 2 p.m. with Interment to follow at St. Thomas of Villa Nova Cemetery. Flowers gratefully accepted or donations in her memory may be made to the S.P.C.A. or Daffodil Place.

An Angel among us
We all felt your touch
An Angel among us
We loved you so much

A Gardening Spirit
Such a beautiful sight
Your seeds planted with love
With blossoms so bright

A Culinary Spirit
The kitchen your domain
Queen of the recipe
Great food was your reign

A Creative Spirit
Your hands were so gifted
Your creations were perfection
With many hearts lifted

An Adventurous Spirit
Road trips made with glee
You found treasures of delight
In every nook and cranny

A Fun-Loving Spirit
Joy and laughter were free
In the gatherings of family
At each celebration and party

A Genuine Spirit
Truth be told
You were “Salt of the Earth”
Your trust not sold

An Angel now in Heaven
Your heart at peace
In the arms of loving parents
Whose love will never cease