Racine- Living life to the fullest until the very end, Beatrice Antoinette “Betty” McIntosh, 88, was born into eternal life on Friday, November 11, 2011 with her daughter, Anna LeGath (who was her main caregiver), at her side.
Betty was born in Racine on February 25, 1923 to the late Anthony and Beatrice J. (nee: McGraw) Ince. She was a graduate of Washington Park High School.
On January 20, 1945, she was united in marriage with the love of her life, Ralph McIntosh, who preceded her in death on July 7, 1979.
At age 49, Betty went to work for Racine County Human Services as a client specialist for over 20 years, retiring in December of 1991.Among her interests, Betty enjoyed swimming, reading, travelling, knitting, collecting and loved spending time at her summer place on Army Lake.
Surviving are her children, Bruce (Barbara) McIntosh, Daniel (Janet Green) McIntosh, Gordon (Mary Ann) McIntosh, Andrew (Gail) McIntosh, Susan (Eric) Wentorf and Anna (Joey) LeGath; grandchildren, Byron (April) McIntosh, Sean (Nicole) McIntosh, Cassandra Jones, Michal McIntosh, Lisa McIntosh, Heidi (Harold) Prudhomme, Emma McIntosh, Jason (Georgette) McIntosh, Katrina (Shawn) Decker, Gordon McIntosh II, Rose (Clayton) Fliess, Weston McIntosh, Jonathan McIntosh, Casey (Amy) McIntosh, Jamie (Ryan) VanDeLoo, Erin (Andrew) Peters, Nicholas (Carissa) Wentorf and Jessica McIntosh-Wentorf; great-grandchildren, Drew, Courtney, Allyssa, Braden, Kayla, Ashley, Brianna, Sierra, DeRon, Jasmine, Cheyenne, Hailey, Natalie, Nathan, Cameron, Clayton, Lauren, Benjamin, Alexander, Nathaniel, Tristan, Josephine, Vincent, Isabella, Dominic, Mirabella, Leonardo, and was anxiously awaiting the 28th great-grandchild who is expected in May 2012; sister-in-law, Gladys McIntosh; many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
In addition to her parents and husband, Betty was preceded in death by her children, Beatrice Julia McIntosh and Byron (Catherine) McIntosh, Sr.; brothers, David (Jean) Ince, Gordon (Anna) Ince, Richard (JoAnne) Ince and Jim (Jean) Ince; sister, Josephine (Edwin) Andrews; brothers-in-law, Harry McIntosh, Donald (Charlene) McIntosh, Patricia Burres and John (Connie) McIntosh.
In accordance with Betty’s wishes, cremation has taken place. A Service of Remembrance will be held on Tuesday, November 15, 2011 at 11 am in First United Methodist Church, 745 Main Street, with Rev. Brad Van Fossen officiating. Interment will follow in Mound Cemetery. Visitation will be in the funeral home on Monday from 4-7 pm and in the church on Tuesday from 10-11 am. Memorials to HALO or the Racine Food Bank have been suggested.
A heartfelt note of thanks to the entire staff of Wheaton Franciscan – All Saints for the incredible care and support given to our Mom. Betty often referred to All Saints as “her hospital” and was proud to have them here in Racine. Also, special thanks to Carol and Doni for all their loving care. May God bless all of you!
Tom Rafool says
Betty, I cherish those little talks we had as you were sitting in your favorite chair when I came over and visited with Anna and Joey. We had some good laughs. You will be missed dearly along with the wisdom and one liners you used to come up with. Rest in peace my friend rest in peace. Miss and love your friend Tom
Jack and Karen Webb says
Anna and Joey
We were sorry to hear of your mother’s passing and want you to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. May family and friends help you through this difficult time.
Jack and Karen Webb
Amy McIntosh says
Many happy memories of Grandma Mac. Love, Casey, Amy, Lauren and Benjamin