Betty was born in Broadview to Robert & Adeline McKay. She had a passion for helping others which was evident in her many years of working as a Family Service Worker and Welfare Administrator on White Bear First Nation. She later pursued this passion by volunteering her time to various events and organizations, one of which was White Bear Education Complex. At the school she instilled pride in each student that she worked with and encouraged self-love and confidence. She was adored by students and staff alike. In her down time, she enjoyed sewing, crocheting, gardening, reading and watching sports events.
Betty met the love of her life, James Francis McArthur and they married on December 23, 1960. Together they raised six children.
Betty will be sadly missed by her husband, Francis; children, Frank (Kristle), Rodney (Cindy), Dean, Sam (Sylvia), Bryant, Angela (Stacey. Her 16 grandchildren and her numerous great-grandchildren.
Wake & Funeral Service: Wake 5:00 p.m. Thursday, September 5 followed by the funeral service on Friday, September 6. Feast at 12 noon. Both services from the White Bear Education Complex.
Arrangements in care of the Orsted Funeral Home (Carlyle)
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