Passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 05, 2025, in her apartment at Strathallan Life Care. Dearly loved wife of the late Cecil Kirk Austin of 62 years. Very loved mother and mother-in-law of Glen and Warren McConnell, Karen and Paul Irving. Cherished Nana of Michael McConnell, Jodi and Jimmy Welsh, Lance and Marianne Irving, Tony and Rachel Irving. Dearly loved Nana 101 of her great grandchildren Bede, Lily, James, Emma, Timothy, Samuel Jack and Taylin. Very cherished Aunty Betty to all her nieces and nephews.

A huge thank you to the staff at Strathallan Life Care for their love and support to our wonderful mother.

As per Betty’s wishes a private celebration has been held.

Messages to Betty’s family, C/O P O Box 772 Timaru 7940.